(whooshing)

[onscreen text] Attention Barking.

(fun funky music)

(whooshing)

(playful music)

(barking)

[onscreen action] Small dog barking at table.
Man stops eating to play with dog.

[Host] Attention-seeking barking is a learned behavior.
For instance, if your dog brings a toy over to you,
barks, and you start playing with him,
you've taught your dog if he barks, you'll play.

(barking)

[onscreen action] Man looks at barking dog and scolds the dog.

[Host] If you look at your dog
when he barks, or even if you scold him for barking,
he's still learning that barking gets your attention.

(barking)

[onscreen action] Man ignores barking dog.

[onscreen text] Trainer's Tip:
Ignore him or just walk away.

[Host] On the other hand, if he barks
and you ignore him, or if you get up and walk away,
he'll eventually learn that barking doesn't work,
and it will gradually decrease.
This is the best way to eliminate your dog's barking,
but you must be persistent.

(barking)

[onscreen action] Man sitting on couch reading while dog barks.

[Host] At first, if you ignore
his demands, his barking may initially increase
because he's frustrated at your lack of attention.
If you get frustrated and give in,
your dog will learn that persistence pays
and his barking won't stop.
So be patient and stick to the plan.

[onscreen action] Man gives dog treat.

[Host] You'll also wanna give your dog
treats and praise

(digital whistling)

when he's sitting quietly by your side.

[dog] Being quiet gets me treats!

[Host] This will reinforce his calm behavior.

[onscreen action] Two dogs sitting quietly by table. Man pets dogs.

[Host] After a while, your dog will learn
that barking doesn't get him anywhere and being calm
and quiet is the only way to get your attention.