Stop barking on a walk - Barking- Episode 3

This is the third episode in the series of Barking. In this episode I will show you the beginning exercises on how to teach your dog not to bark on a walk. Stay tuned and Subscribe to see other exercises that are very useful for reactive dogs and dogs that are hyperactive.
All these exercises benefit ANY dog, not just fearful, reactive or aroused dogs. These same exercises are GREAT for dogs with little impulse control, the kind of dog that wants to pull towards everything on a walk.
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When a dog becomes aroused or reactive, it is due to chemicals being released by the brain, effecting the dogs behavior. Not only does a dogs behavior change because of these chemicals and stress hormones, but their heart beat, respiration, and blood flow will change too. Jerking a dogs neck will not reduce these chemicals, instead it will INCREASE them.
Barking can be reinforcing, so the more a dog is allowed to bark the more likely they will continue barking in the future. When you and your dog are surprised on a walk and your dog starts to bark, simply say "Let's Go" and move briskly in the opposite direction. You can use this cue whenever you change direction unexpectedly or need to move from an area that is causing your dog to be over their threshold.
Here are some tips:
1-when on a walk cross the street to set your dog up for success
2-If you have a very fearful or reactive dog, simply change the direction of your walk when you see something your dog wont be able to handle at this point in their training
3-Never feed the dog for looking at your treats
4-Use real meat or cheese for these exercises, the higher value the reinforcement the faster your dog will learn. If you use low level treats, your dog might not make any progress
5-You can use calming signals to help calm your dog on a walk. Yawning or sighing loudly when you see the distraction. You can also walk in an arc around the distraction rather than head on which is very unnatural for a dog to do.
6-If you are getting frustrated, better turn and go home immediately than take it out on the dog.
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[@kikopup]

New article: Solving barking at noises outside of your house or apartment : dogmantics.com/solving-barking-at-noises/

[@kiarasexton3946]

A couple of these comments completely overlook the point of clicker training. I adopted a poorly behaved high-energy 9month old lab cross. Two months later and lots of reruns of kikopup vids, she's like a new animal. I don't know the dog trainer in these videos - I'm just a random viewer from Toronto with a really good dog now! One thing: You need to have a food motivated dog for great success with this. My other dog isn't so food motivated but she now likes the clicker sound and knows it means she is good. And over time, you slowly stop using the clicker/treat. I still click with my mouth when they need reinforcement. And yeah, I always have kibble or treats in my pockets. I used to wear nice clothes, lol.

[@Queen-of-the-Burbs]

I’ve watched so many videos and THIS was the one I needed. Thank you.

[@kikopup]

I also wrote a protocol for doing setups dogmantics.com/protocol-for-emotional-and-behavioral-modification/

[@kikopup]

Great advice! ! ! I will also add, a lot of dogs in North America are over weight, which causes them to have little interest in training with food (they already are eating too much) putting the dog on a diet increases their interest in working for food, AND exercising more

[@shmabagayle]

This video combined with your newer “leave it for people and other dogs” are extremely helpful. You’re my favorite training resource!

[@seedjplay]

THANK YOU KIKOPUP!!!! I discovered you while attending Bergin University of Canine Studies, where I got my AS in Assistance Dog Education. You got me through some tough times and problem behaviors before I learned about Kohlberg's stages of development, BAT training, etc... I just wanted to give you props for putting those concepts into a language and video that common dog owners can understand. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

[@fawaffle95]

This will defiantly help with my dog. He is people reactive, dog reactive, car reactive, bike reactive, and a but tun of energy. Its hard walking him since there is always people, dogs, cars, and bikes so I make a real fool of myself trying to get a 75 lb dog who completely ignores me to listen. I've tried the turning and walking away but he simply turns around and will pull me towards what he wants. I'll have to get some hot dogs and see if they are high value enough for him to ignore people, dogs, cars, and bikes.

[@Adipatus]

I love your use of science in your dog training. It's very refreshing and unique.

[@MegaMusicNotes]

Priceless video! So totally opposite to what everyone else teaches! Love all the concepts!!!

[@caninefun]

Could not agree more but your videos are helping people to understand there is a different way to train. Plant a seed......

[@analarson2920]

Great stuff, I love how you work with all kinds of dogs, it reminds others how this positive training is rather simple and works, but needs to be consistent.I also found just sitting in a place being boring that is reactive, just not overly triggering, then just trying to train after a while the dog will stop or slow down the reactivity and eventually you can treat and train. It takes a lot of dedication and the outing has to be for just that training and done regularly until the pup gets what you want. I found this to work with new things too for both dogs and kids. The trick is to be physically, mentally and spiritually prepared for it before you go and to know how much you and your dog can handle in one shot each time. Keep sharing I have learned so much from these videos. Blessings..

[@kikopup]

I hope to make more videos on this topic, I think people should have this info for free! So many dogs need it!

[@hughp00]

Thank you, this barking on a leash video is EXACTLY what I have been looking for. I have been trying to stop this barking at other dogs on a leash for 4 months since I got the dog, a 2 1/2 year old female german shepard. She didn't bark at other dogs when I got her so I somehow created the situation. Thank you again! oh yes, ITS STARTING TO WORK!!!

[@Michael_oliveri]

Never seen this drill before, what a great technique.

[@smokythebeard]

I'll have to try all this. I've tried giving him treats while he's looking at people but he just doesn't understand and will eat the treat but continue to bark. I feel bad for him because I know he's just scared of people but it's so embarrassing. It's gotten to the point that I have anxiety whenever I have to take him out for a walk. Ugh!

[@JamilKhan2020]

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[@jaderose6911]

Jamil Khan my dog does this yoo

[@milicapetrovic6837]

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[@lizliz8468]

smokythebeard I'm at my wits end..tried all OF THIS!! I am literally having panic attacks every time I take him for a walk.. I just got back from a walk and I feel like I've run a marathon. HE JUST DOESN'T GET IT!! I'M EXHAUSTED..😰

[@UpsideDown853]

+Liz Liz oh I understand you all too well. I got my dog from animal rescue and he's incredibly reactive as well. Some walks are just torture and I really started to get nervous when I knew he might need to go out soon. Especially those sudden yanks on the leash in some random direction really got to me because they sometimes really, really hurt. It's also embarassing when people are friendly and go by and then my dog freaks out. Not much you can say then. However, after 6 months of no improvement, he suddenly got it. I mean he still barks and it's still a strain sometimes but it did get better. Much better. My biggest problem though is that my dog freezes upon seeing another dog and then he won't budge, until of course he decides to lunge and bark. Now I try to avoid those situations before they happen. Or I use a recall which works at times. What also helped is training and get playing right after the stimuli passes to get my pup to calm down faster. Sometimes he even anticipates the reward enough to contemplate if he really must react or if he'd rather play. I know it's not easy to say the least and I am not trying to downplay your despair. I totally get what you are going through and how painful and draining it can be.

[@laliday]

Thanks for breaking this down into easy to do steps I'll practice this in spring. We're doing 1 & 2 constantly. It's really difficult to train a dog in the suburbs where few people walk their dogs (especially in the cold months). I thought socializing a dog would be so easy with daily walks, but so many people did 1 & 2 that my dog didn't get enough interactions.

[@aliciabrillante]

This is great. Can you make more videos like this and for city dogs that have overwhelming stimuli.

[@sexiestvegetarian]

Thank you so much! This video is just what I need!

[@danielgalinkin]

Wow, all your videos are very well explained and simple to understand! Awesome content! I've subscribed, and plan on watching all of them :) Cheers from Brazil

[@xenonentity]

Your voice is so relaxing and I love that you have the text to follow along with. Thanks so much for your videos, I'm excited to see more!

[@carolynsheehan3021]

I'm so happy that I found your video. My foster dog - Doberman/GSD/Rotti was barking at people as we walked. I just started the technique - "Let's GO"! Diesel is responding to this wonderfully!! Thanks!

[@ae7996]

I recommend this video still to this day. It’s the one I recommend the most. ❤️❤️❤️

[@amomschoice]

Thanks Emily for this video. We've worked on part 1 of the exercise and my puppy has done so well.

[@miamyerssinger]

This is the most helpful video I have seen without giving the dog an incentive to initiate and perform or continue the behavior

[@wmlgts]

I completely agree. I've had times where I have to say, "OK, I'm getting a little frustrated, that's enough for today." I understood what you meant. Sometimes if I'm just anxious about unrelated things, I have to remind myself to take some deep breaths and relax while walking my dog.

[@eBell05]

great video! finally someone willing to get into the details and not be cryptic like these other youtubers who clearly are afraid to 'give up their secret formulas' on how to actually make any progress with a dog.

[@solvt]

I have just come across your video page, home page and blog, and I will follow them closely from now on. I was a bit stuck in teaching my dog pivoting, and I also wanted to find some new tricks to train, and when I came across your video page, I got all the help I needed, and SO much more! Now I have watched lots of your videos and set up a training plan for passing dogs, for barking at strange people, and of course for pivoting and tricks :-) Thank you so much for sharing!

[@EDUCACIONMORECAN]

Great demonstration of a stress-free, yank-free way to train a dog to be calm. Great work.

[@weiwang459]

watching this just motivate me to do daily exercise with my dog. thanks!!

[@jasperaliceuk]

Another winner! Thanks Emily

[@kikopup]

Thanks! ! ! Good luck with Vela's playfulness!

[@amyshaw444]

"If you're getting frustrated with your dog better to just go home." I totally agree...when I was training my dog in the beginning he was totally out of control and looking back I wish I would have simply turned back and went home. Instead I'd push through but with immense frustration that I know he could sense and it only slowed us down in the long run.

[@Cleverdogtraining]

Great video with lots of information Emily! Very well edited, and very helpful just in general to anyone! :)

[@Rickyagility]

Another great and informative video, Emily! Thanks for making it and keep them coming!

[@michellevasquez4591]

Very helpful!! And excited to try these steps with my pup

[@Pamsdogacademy]

This is one of my absolute favorite videos of yours! It is such an important subject matter! So many dogs have over arousal issues. :) Really AWESOME! Spirit looks amazing! What a great dog! 5*s and a FAVORITE!

[@ashparr94]

You are a saint! Thank you🙏🏻💜🙏🏻💜

[@ghislain6313]

I’m starting to follow you and out of all KZbin, you’re the best.

[@kikopup]

Oh thanks for the compliment! I hope to be making more videos on reactivity shortly :)

[@IsabelleBandit]

Awesome Video!!! Spirit looks so amazing! He is doing so well! LOVE IT! 5*s and a favorite! Very educational as well!

[@sherylbeamer7189]

This was so helpful thank you!

[@andygaras]

i love this episode!

[@cj25674]

Thamk you!! We have a rescue who's very reactive with sounds and other people when we're on her walk. This will help!!

[@kikopup]

Thanks!

[@kikopup]

thank you!

[@maryt9704]

Thanks for great Advice

[@buddbb]

OMG,this really helps. thank you so much for making the vid.

[@jadatoady]

I have a big strong excitable Weimarraner X who has been difficult to teach to heel & also barking at people on a walk. After trying loads of positive methods, without much success, I tried this tonight and it worked like magic.Within five minutes, she was walking to heel beautifully & she loved the 'let's go!!' Early days, but this has been her best response so far. Thank you :-)

[@alfons3317]

Excellent!

[@Themagicunitato]

Sometimes I come to your channel just to see someone who's not "training" their dog with a shock/prong/choke collar, it's so refreshing to see someone who is training their dogs the right way :)

[@abaddonabyss3061]

There is no "right way" to train a dog, but apperently you are some sort of arm chair expert. Try training a Mastiff with a clicker and see how far you get dipshit.

[@zezinhodasdores]

Another great one... very objective and simple... thats the most important... congratulations...

[@magnifik87]

I cant wait to try this!!!

[@kaiomewolf]

Wonderful video, just like always! 5*s! Thanks for the tips!

[@superwoman63]

I LOVE this video :) Love all your "barking" videos, i hope you keep these coming!

[@bc4meps]

These tips have worked wonders for us. We implement them all and actually enjoy running into situations to challenge us now. Thank you Emily for the best dog training tips! And we use this with squirrels on our walk too:)

[@tommynasty]

great again!! thanks

[@SimplySuzy33]

I hadn't thought of that yet :D Thank you!! :)

[@rozwatkins1]

Thanks! Your videos are great! I have done a lot of clicker training with horses but am new to dogs and your videos are a fantastic help!

[@hunkymonkeykaine]

5* and a fav! This is such a helpful video for all people with reactive/fearful dogs and hyperactive ones too:)! I am glad to hear Jake is doing so well with his training too:)! Happy Clicking! Ashley & Kaine

[@JenniBird]

Great techniques! I always enjoy your videos!

[@hdsheena]

Fabulous video! I think I'll start the lunging-on-leash exercise with my dog this week!

[@CataclysmicKitten]

Thank you for this advice! I just so happen to have a clicker from when I was training my parrot. My Sheltie is adopted, and he has a huge barking problem towards other people that are not familiar to him, as well as any other animal. Going on walks are dreadful around 5pm, when all the neighborhood is coming home from work. It's drizzling today, so let's see how things go. Thank you again for the advice!

[@pitchfork9]

wow thanks for posting this i have this same problem when i walk my dog he is a small dog and he likes to bark at any dog he sees walking down the street

[@galaxygamer1392]

thankyou so much

[@kikopup]

Thanks! It helps if you put the treat at your heel to reinforce the dog for being next to you, than out in front of you (teaching the dog to be in front of you)

[@xxMissMeiksxx]

Thanks Emily, just what I needed!! I decided to work on Berri walking on a loose leash before working on his barking at other dogs on the walk. It is quite funny to see now, he trots along and barks at other dogs on a loose leash now, I can see he really wants to tug on the lead but he is so good! Step two, working on the barking. And what a gorgeous demo dog you were working with! I'd love to have your job :o)

[@coryberk]

Awesome video! Happy New Year! Coach Cory

[@kikopup]

yes, simple click when he is looking forwards naturally, THEN give the treat. Or if he is distracted by something that is the perfect opportunity to click and give him a treat.

[@ChrisAngel0607]

I am going to try this as my chihuahua is definitely food motivated. Hes a terror to bring on walks, barks at people, and other dogs. I've just gotten him too so want to definitely do this as the warmer weather coming up and will be out MUCH more.

[@goldmedalagility]

Great video. Good presentation. Thanks.

[@Parenchym]

what a beautiful dog! And you show very nicely how fast dogs learn with this method :)

[@SuzanaZulu]

Another great video, as always! 5*

[@stephenjstoddard]

well done video. thank you.

[@blueravenforhim]

Great video.I'll practice with my dog starting tomorrow.I have a 4 years old American Staffordshire Terrier who's an angel but got bitten last summer and since then he became fearfull and sometimes barks back when other dogs piss him off.He's strong, very strong and if the other dog doesn't stop threatening him or I don't switch direction fast enough he could end up with the other in 10 seconds.Until now I've tried to avoid encounters with them cause I didn't know what to do, but not anymore :)

[@supernaturalbc2008]

Wonderful helpful video for the many, many people who do not understand classical conditioning or how to use it! Awesome! 5*

[@kikopup]

thanks! :)

[@iargaCI]

wow its like you can read minds :P my dog a australian shepherd is now 6 months old and she is getting more protective and will bark at people(not during the day but usualy when its getting dark outside.) this video will help me a lot. thanks

[@KathCharlton]

WOW! WOW! this is a REALLY EXCELLENT vid, i love the way you have shown it, I love that you have put the info on about the chemical reaction within the dogs body. Education helps people to understand better what is going on, so that they then can have the knowledge how to help their dog. This provides it all...fantastic is defo one to share:))) i love the cue 'Lets go', i use it often for changes in direction and to get the dogs attention back on you:))

[@DominoTheLhaffon]

Actually, turning around will help your dog succeed in training. When you walk in the other direction, you're communicating with them that you want them to focus on something else. it is like telling them to change the subject and move on. hope this helps!

[@nuttsaboutmutts1]

Remember also to work with your dog with a Let's Go, LOTS on walks, (everyday) so your dog doesn't stop and wait to see what "trigger" he is leaving before deciding to leave. If this has been well trained he will immediately follow you when you say Let's Go, without looking for the "trigger".

[@ScarletMai]

I love your videeoosss

[@DogsAreMyBestFriends]

very informative! Thanks for sharing! Great video 5*

[@nickwilliams5697]

Thank you soooo much for this video. I really like your method and it seems very effective on my cairn terrier :-)

[@kikopup]

Really great advice. :) But I have to say, it is really hard for people in the States to find places where one isn't surprised by other dogs out of the blue. A baseball field is great for exercise. :) Good luck to all with reactive dogs!

[@asjadvocacy]

I started using Emily's methods 2 months ago on my 9yr old Kelpie and she can now do about 10 new amazing things!!

[@MikeMcKenzieLOL]

You rock!

[@doglife3519]

you are the best

[@clickandtreatyourpet]

This is a great video. The dog is beautiful. I need to try this with my dog sometime. What I'd really like to see with barking is a dog who barks while loose in the yard or in the house. My dog always barks really loudly when people come to the door or sees someone on the street outside.

[@colormezebra2841]

Good info

[@helenaki2001]

You are amazing! When we get a newer dog I will use your videos what to do. Ours are so old now...

[@hikergir01]

I would really love to see a step by step video. How to get a reactive dog on a trail with on coming dogs.. My dog is not aggressive, but he does bark and lunge.. I'm working with your videos on loose leash and leave it. He was in a kennel most of his life so he gets excited easily. I hike and backpack, and in some areas we do come across a lot of hikers with dogs. Thank yous so much for making these videos.. They have been a lot of help.

[@kikopup]

or any sound that always sounds the same but doesnt bother you. Worse comes to worse, you could mark with the word "yes"

[@suezn5]

thx, i saw the stars posted but didn't realize that was where you rated.

[@berryjamful]

awesome video thanks so much =)

[@musicofnote1]

1) Emily - funny enough, we just started doing this with Vela - she gets so excited when she sees other dogs. Just want to play, play play. Goal is to be able to pass another dog on the street. 2) When using Firefox, download the Firefox plug-in (add-on) called Download Helper. Available for either Mac or Windows. It installs next to the URL field. WOrks like a charm for just about all browser viewable video content. Thanks for your great videos. YOU ROCK!!!

[@fionamacrae2655]

I have a phobia of being near other dogs, in case a 'row' starts between them and I get pulled down. My dog has only started to react recently and I feel it is my fault. I never let her off the lead unless in a confined area - I am less worried then. Even when I am brave enough to say hello to a friend walking their dog, and mine has met it before, my heart starts pounding. I need help for this but not sure where to go and everything is so expensive. However, I walk her daily - she is not aggressive but I think I am making her fearful. Thank you for this video, I just found it and will go back again to study it and try these techniques.

[@daisydogsoap]

love it! make more video pls.

[@RatongaBruiser]

Thank you very much. ^.^ My dogs are, to me, well-behaved, but my terrier mix gets agitated easily and I`ve been trying to get him to calm down when he sees dogs or goes into the car for quite some time.

[@kikopup]

@NativeHiro That tells you your dog is so stressed to be out of the house that his body has cut off the blood circulation to his stomach causing him to not be hungry. You need to habituate him to being out of the house, take him places, perhaps feed him his meals by hand when out and about? Make sure being out side is the 'norm' not a rarity.

[@JakeVomRivergreen]

Thank you for posting this VERY helpful video! Clicker training has helped Jake so much with his barking at other dogs, as well as some people. I can judge by Jake's body language when he is becoming stressed, and when to start clicking and treating him, the c/t gets him focused back on me. To help Jake succeed, I cross the street, or do whatever I can to keep a comfortable distance away from the other dog. A GREAT book to read on aggressive dogs is "Click to Calm" by Emma Parsons.

[@buddbb]

u heard my voice from the ep1(or2).... xDDD Thank you so much!!!!!!!!!! I thk you are teaching people more than teaching dog ..T_T you do a great job!!