Barking!!

Stop the Barking & Reactivity – A Practical Approach to Change

Why Do Dachshunds Bark So Much?

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Barking is communication—your dachshund isn’t just making noise for the sake of it! They bark for a variety of reasons, including frustration, excitement, attention-seeking, boredom, fear, and habit. The key to resolving excessive barking isn’t just stopping the sound—it’s understanding and addressing the cause.

While dachshunds were bred to bark—to alert hunters, track prey, and signal their position—they shouldn’t feel the need to bark at everything. If they do, it’s often a sign that something deeper is at play.

The impact on YOU!

It’s frustrating. It’s embarrassing. It’s exhausting.

Excessive barking can make you feel isolated, anxious, and trapped. You start avoiding walks, skipping the café, and hesitating to invite friends over—all because the barking feels impossible to control.

We often unintentionally reinforce barking, whether it’s by responding the wrong way or putting our dogs in overwhelming situations. It’s not just about your dog’s behaviour—it’s about how we shape their reactions.

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A Different Approach: The 6-Week interactive Stop Barking Remote Course

This isn’t about just stopping barking—it’s about changing their mindset so they don’t feel the need to bark in the first place. We also look at how you feel, build your confidence to enable you to make change.

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During the course, we:
✅ Identify the cause of barking so we can address the root problem—not just interrupt the symptom.
✅ Change their response to triggers so barking no longer feels necessary.
✅ Help them achieve calm through proven techniques that shift their behaviour permanently.
✅ Build your confidence, helping you feel in control again—without stress, frustration, or embarrassment.

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This course is hugely successful because we don’t just focus on stopping barking—we retrain your dog’s entire reaction process. The results? A calmer, happier dachshund and a stress-free relationship with your dog.

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Quick Tips to Reduce Barking Today

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• Don’t just shout “quiet!”—interrupting the behaviour won’t fix the root issue and they probably ignore you anyway!!

• Think about why they are barking - what are they trying to achieve?

• Encourage calm behaviour

• Teach them the basics for living in our world.

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Want a Deeper Look Into Your Dachshund’s Behaviour?

 

If barking is just one part of a bigger issue, you might benefit from the Dynamic Dog Assessment which is included in a full behavioural consultation. This thorough, professional analysis looks at:
🔎 How your dog moves, sleeps, and behaves to pinpoint unseen influences.
📋 A detailed report for professionals, helping vets, behaviourists, or trainers see what you see.

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Many behavioural issues stem from underlying physical or emotional causes—sometimes dogs bark because they’re uncomfortable or experiencing pain. My assessments help uncover the full picture, ensuring your dog gets the right intervention.

 

Ready to Take Control of Barking & Reactivity?

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• Join my six-week remote course and start seeing real, lasting change—for both you and your dachshund. All graduates get a discount off the standalone Dynamic Dog Assessment (with extras especially for them!)

• Book a full consultation which includes a full assessment of their behaviour and health, including reports and support.

• 📖 Check out my blog for more free tips & advice on barking!

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🚀 Let’s bring the fun and joy......annd  peace back—together!

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