| Yorkies seem to bark a lot more than other dogs. | | | | 3. Make sure your Yorkie is aware that there are |
| Whether they do this for social reasons, protection, or | | | | negative consequences when they do bark. This could |
| to get attention, we don't know. What we do know is | | | | be in the form of no treats, being ignored by you, or no |
| that we love these little dogs, but after a while the | | | | toys. |
| barking can become annoying and can also can lead | | | | 4. The best way to change a dog's behavior is with |
| to problems with neighbors. Here are 5 tips to keep | | | | positive reinforcement. So when your dog does not |
| your Yorkie from barking. | | | | bark when it normally did, you have to reward them |
| 1. Set firm boundaries about when you will and won't | | | | for a job well done. |
| give your dog attention. Dogs love schedules and | | | | 5. As a last resort you could try citronella collars. This is |
| when you make one and stick too it your dog will | | | | a dog collar that sprays a small amount of citronella |
| know when to expect attention and when not too. | | | | when the dog barks. Dogs do not like this smell so it is |
| 2. More exercise is always a good idea. Many dogs | | | | a good deterrent. |
| bark because they have too much excessive energy. | | | | Yorkies love to bark, but as you can see there are |
| Talk your dog for a walk or play with them. If a dog | | | | numerous ways to try and change their behavior. It is |
| has been resting all day when they see or hear | | | | always easier to change their behavior when they are |
| something that interests them they have lots of | | | | young, but even older Yorkies can have their behavior |
| nervous energy to get rid of. Take your dog for a | | | | modified. |
| walk in the mornings, afternoon, or evenings. | | | | |