You probably can't stop her. Barking is a natural behavior. You can, however, control the barking. First you control the dog's environment — don't leave her outside to bark as often and as long as she wants to. Second, if she is outside and barks, call her immediately and bring her inside, or go outside and find out what she's barking at.

My dogs bark at every stranger that walks by the house or mail man or garbage man. Is there any way to stop my dogs from barking so much, I am worried that my neighbors are getting irritated. You might consider a behaviorist to help control this barking behavior. One behaviorist recommends videotaping the dog and seeing if something else is triggering the barking. Barking is a normal part of canine communications. Dogs bark for many different reasons (e.g.

Before reporting a dog that barks loudly and frequently, first try to contact the dog's owner. If the problem is not resolved contact the Police Department at (415) 467-1122. The Police Department will investigate all barking dog complaints and will try to contact the owner of the dog. Many times the owner is unaware the dog is causing a problem for neighbors and is willing to take immediate action to correct the problem. We will not tell the responsible person who made the complaint.

The best way to deal with the barking problem is to not let it get started in the first place. From the very first time you ever hear the dog bark as a puppy... if you firmly say "no" to the dog each and every time you hear him bark... you can usually nip it in the bud. Just be firm and NEVER let the puppy get away with barking without a firm reprimand. If you've got an adult Cocker who's been in the habit of barking for all of his life, behavioral solutions just aren't going to work.

Yes, there is hope for your noisy companion. Dogs communicate through vocalization ? dogs typically bark for a reason. We start by determining what your pet is barking about. After determining the causative source we can resolve the nuisance barking through a positive behavior modification program - WITHOUT the use of shock collars or other harsh methods.

The Animal Care Services Department addresses issues involving animals. Please call the Animal Care Services Department directly at (916) 808-7387. The City Operator is available to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help direct your call to correct City department. The City Operator can also dispatch city crews if you need help with City services after regular business hours. Dial (916) 264-5011 to reach the City Operator.

We must witness the dog barking or running loose. If you have a complaint, call while the action is in progress, not after the dog has been tied up or has stopped barking.

It is the nature of a dog to protect his "home" by barking to ward off strangers; however repetitive barking is not only unnecessary, but also annoying to those who live within earshot. If you are being disturbed by excessive dog barking, call the police department at the Non-Emergency Number listed above and an officer will respond to the home of the barking dog to speak to it's owners.

It is always recommended to speak with the neighbor first, to advise them of the concern about the barking. If it persists, there is a complaint process you must go through. Three neighbors complaints are needed before action can be taken. The County Animal Service Division (681-4397) can investigate or for more information you can also call Santa Barbara Shelter (681-5258).

It is a violation for a dog to bark in a manner that disturbs the peace of a neighborhood. We are aware that dogs will bark when they see something or someone. We look for a cause of the of the dog's barking or whether the dog is barking for no reason.

The City of Cypress contracts for animal control services with the Orange County Health Department, Animal Control Division. Complaints or inquiries may be made directly to Animal Control at (714) 935-7419.

An officer will be dispatched on the same basis as that of a noise complaint (above) and provided the caller is willing to sign a complaint. If the dog is a nuisance on a regular basis, Pinellas County Animal Control should be contacted at (727) 582-2600.

We suggest that you first try to talk to the offending pet owner one on one. Many pet owners are responsible people who do not mean to offend anyone. If, however, this mechanism has not worked, please contact the Cherry Valley Police Department for further remedies. They are available at (815) 332-3432.

Currently, the Brentwood Police Department contracts animal control services through Contra Costa County Animal Control in Martinez, CA. During business hours, Monday through Friday you can contact Contra Costa County Animal Control at (925) 335-8300. If after business hours, you can contact the Brentwood Police Department through the dispatch center at 778-2441.

Call Animal Services with an address and an officer will speak with the owner. After hours call 972.539.0525

For animal control related issues, i.e. barking, bites or dogs running loose, contact the Yuma County Humane Society at (928) 782-1621.

Try talking to your neighbor. If the neighbor is unwilling to work with you, call your local humane society and let its animal officers confront your neighbor instead. There are several reasons the neighbor’s dog may be barking. He or she may be bored or lonely. Try talking to your neighbor about providing more social interaction and/or playtime for the dog. Volunteer to spend time with the dog if you can. The dog may also be barking in order to “guard” her territory.