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Originally Posted by arbys
my neighbor,,, when his dog is barking and after about 5 minutes he calls the dog in. When the dog gets to the door he gives it a doggie treat and says "good dog". The dog doesn't know if he got the rewards for barking or for coming in. I think that the dog is smarter than the owner.
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I guarantee the dog thinks the reward is for barking. Timing is everything.
I know there are some dogs that won't listen to commands when being naughty, even though they are very friendly in all other situations. But that usually occurs when they are doing something instinctive, like chasing other dogs or animals.
Just barking for no reason is a bad behavior trait that goes with non-discipline by owner.