Some dog breeds actually DO tend to bark at anything and everything…for just about any reason. Some dog breeds, on the other hand, are far less prone to problem barking.
If you live in an apartment, or in a neighborhood where your little barker will be in close proximity to neighbors, it’s a good idea to do a bit of research before getting a new dog. It is actually possible to improve your odds of getting a quiet dog.
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If you already own one or several dogs, it is helpful to know which breeds really tend to be a problem. If you can’t manage to train the dog to stop barking excessively, you’ll know more quickly that some professional help might be in order. Go to the internet, or your local yellow pages, and you should find plenty of dog training experts.
If the thought of spending a couple of hundred dollars for training sounds over the top, consider that one city citation may cost you the same amount. And the longer the problem persists, you may alienate your neighbors. In some cities, you may be ordered to remove the dog, if the problem persists.
It’s not an exact science, of course, but there is a general consensus that beagles and toy breeds are the worst barking offenders. (sorry guys…and gals)
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Following are ten breeds that do tend to speak their mind often:
1. Beagles
2. Chihuahuas
3. Miniature Schnauzers
4. West Highland Terriers
5. Yorkshire Terriers (Yorkies)
6. Cairn Terriers
7. Fox Terriers
8. Pekinese
9. Minature poodles
10. Toy Poodles
photo credit: Yasuhiko Ito
Dog breeds known to be less prone to barking:
Basenji
Blood Hound
Basset Hound
Bulldog
Siberian Husky
Alaskan Malamute
Golden Retriever
English Sheepdog
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Dog owner resources:
Humane Society of the United States
Bark Busters — Home Dog Training
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great! thanks for letting me know what breeds will bark too much in my apartment.
~ks
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