* Dogs bark for a variety of reasons — out of boredom, warning, lonely, fear, communication, to get attention, it is fun, etc.

* Some breeds, like many herding breeds, may be more vocal than others.

* When your dog starts to bark, say your dogs name, to get their attention so they know you are referring to them, and use your signal phrase.

* If your dog stops barking, praise them and give a food reward.

* Yet all these behaviors can be addressed with proper teaching.
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