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Why Does My Dog Bark at Me When I Leave the House?

If you're wondering, “Why does my dog bark at me when I leave the house?” you may as well be wondering, “Why do I speak?”

Barking is your dog’s way of communicating. The problem is we don’t speak their language, so how can we effectively address the needs of our pup? We’ve listed out a few ways you can respond to your pup when you need to leave the house.

How Do I Stop My Dog From Barking When I Leave?

If your dog is always barking when you leave the house, chances are your dog is trying to stop you from leaving. Your pup may be experiencing distress and anxiety as you leave. If this is the case, there are many ways you can train your dog to stop barking when you’re away from home.

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Step 1: Make sure your dog is calm before you leave 

If your dog is barking, crying, or pacing around as you leave, then your pup is most likely feeling anxious, sad, or scared. The first step in helping your dear pooch is to make sure that they  are not suffering from anxiety as you leave. Try to stay calm when you need to leave; don’t make it a big deal or else your dog will feel like it’s the end of the world. Adopt a  leaving ritual, whether that involves putting on your shoes and jacket or some other ritual, so your dog can mentally prepare to be alone.

You can also give your dog a special treat, like a dog bone or chew toy, before you leave. This way, leaving won’t be associated with distress and sadness.

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Step 2: Get your pup used to staying alone 

One way to stop your fur baby from crying or barking when you leave is to gradually get them used to you leaving. Start by going just outside the door and coming right back. If your pup did demonstrate anxious behaviors such as barking, whining, or crying, then give them a treat. Extend the amount of time  spent outside the door until your pup becomes used to staying alone. 

If your puppy continues to bark, you may consider obedience training or professional support. Some dogs are more prone to separation anxiety and may need a little extra help getting calm.

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How Do I Stop My Puppy From Crying When I Leave?

If you have a young pup, it may be harder to train and stop them from getting upset when you leave. It's just natural for small puppies to want and need time with you. It may be best to hire a pet sitter, at least part of the time, first. You may also consider crate training to get your puppy used to being alone. Start early so your dog will get used to the idea as time grows.

My Dog Barks All Day While I Am at Work. What Can I Do?

Unless your neighbors tell you, you may not know your furry friend is barking or upset all day. After all, when you come in through the door, your furbaby is thrilled to see you and the separation anxiety temporarily disappears.

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Furbo Dog Camera is a great tool that lets you know when your dog is barking when you’re away from home. You can set up a bark alert so you will be informed when your furry buddy starts barking so you can keep track of your dog’s possible separation anxiety. You can even use Furbo to dispense treats and talk to your dog remotely to calm them down when they do bark. Be together with your pup, even when apart. 

Read more: 10 dog Breeds with the Worst Separation Anxiety 

Read more: ​​Types of Dog Treats Your Dog Should Avoid

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