Barking can provide protection and serves as a good alarm, but owners need a “control switch.” When the Teddy learns to bark on command, the owner can not only control the barking but also require the Teddy to stay quiet. Once the Teddy understands that barking is only allowed under certain conditions, it will either bark on command or bark when hearing sounds such as smoke alarms or noises outside the window.

　　Tie the leash to a railing or post. The owner stays about 1 meter from the Teddy and teases the Teddy with a toy. When the dog does not get the toy after barking, it should be rewarded with food.

　　When the Teddy barks, take away the toy and replace the food reward with verbal praise, such as saying “Good dog.” But occasionally you should still give the Teddy satisfying food rewards.

　　At the same time as the Teddy barks, issue the command “Bark,” then reward with a toy. This action should be timed properly, by observing the Teddy’s expression to predict when it will bark.

　　Once the Teddy understands the “Bark” command and makes a barking sound, command the Teddy to “Be quiet.” Once the Teddy stops barking, immediately reward with a toy. If the Teddy continues to bark nonstop, immediately take away the toy and issue the “Don’t bark” command.

　　Begin training at close range for the Teddy to bark or stay quiet, then gradually increase the distance between the owner and the Teddy, repeatedly training until the Teddy responds correctly and consistently to the commands.

　　The owner returns to the Teddy’s side and uses the Teddy’s favorite toy as a reward. Continue repeating the training until the Teddy instinctively responds to intermittent rewards under control. Then release the Teddy to continue training without a leash. (Source: PetsZone)