Samoyed Dog (Detailed Introduction)

　　All dogs have one common trait: they like to bark, using barking to express their current thoughts. In rural areas, dogs barking is commonplace. However, in cities with tall buildings and neighbors living on the same floor, people definitely cannot tolerate dogs barking every day. Some owners choose to have their dogs undergo vocal cord removal at the vet, while some pet owners who cannot bear it choose to buy anti-bark collars. So, do anti-bark collars really work?

　　The principle of the anti-bark collar is to use a motor to make the dog stop barking. But this method is quite inhumane, and dog lovers and caretakers often have reservations about anti-bark collars. Is it truly suitable for dogs to use?

　　After being stimulated by the anti-bark collar, dogs inevitably feel scared, which causes great psychological trauma. Moreover, barking is a natural sensitivity for dogs, and we should just strengthen training.

　　If you cannot adapt to a dog's barking or cannot train it to be quiet, it is suggested that you not raise a dog at all. Anti-bark collars bring great psychological pressure to both humans and dogs.

　　Supporters say the electric current emitted by the collar does not cause bodily harm but only serves as a warning. However, accidents occur frequently. Some dogs scream even louder when shocked, or the collar malfunctions causing continuous shocks, ultimately resulting in neck injury.

　　Besides physical harm, using forced intimidation without understanding the cause of the dog's barking often causes psychological damage. Living daily in ignorant fear, imagine—can the dog still be happy and healthy?

Anti-Bark Collar

　　Barking is an innate nature for dogs. They won't bark without reason. If your dog barks incessantly, you can try to find the cause from the following aspects:

　　1. Separation anxiety. Dogs with strong dependence will become restless and bark wildly when away from their owners.

　　2. Excitement and play, wanting you to play with them.

　　3. Highly alert to strangers, barking when someone passes outside the door.

　　4. Some needs are unmet, such as food, water, or a safe place to rest.

　　5. Timid dogs bluff by barking to pretend they are strong.

　　6. Strong curiosity, barking to call the owner to see something discovered.

　　7. Using barking to attract owner's attention.

　　In addition to meeting the dog's diet and living needs, check if your home has enough activity space; is it too monotonous, leaving the dog bored; whether the dog is walked daily; and whether there is enough attention given to the dog. When the dog is barking, do not punish it. Patiently find the cause and try to train it to obey the "quiet" command; if the situation is severe, seek help from an animal behaviorist for scientific and healthy correction methods. Anti-bark collars cannot cure barking problems and often distort the dog's mind, causing physical and mental harm!

　　If you like pets but don’t have much time to accompany them, it is recommended to raise smaller-sized dogs because large dogs bark louder than small ones. Another way is to raise two pets; a dog with a companion will not feel lonely or fearful. Prepare plenty of toys at home and change play patterns daily.