Don’s Expert Answers: Kelpie / Border Collie that barks incessantly at everything while driving.

Question From: 
Jo in  Preston,  Melbourne VIC

 

Nature of problem: 
Kelpie / Border Collie that barks incessantly at everything while driving.

 

Type of Plant (if known): 
Dog

 

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself): 
Dog – barking

 

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type: 
NA

 

How often do you water the plant:
NA

 

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
NA

 

What type of plant is it:
NS

 

How long since you planted it:
NA

 

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
NA

 

Is the plant indoors or outdoors: 
NA

 

Is the plant in a pot or in the ground: 
NA

 

What other treatments have you given the plant: 
NA

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Other Comments: 
Hi There,
I have tried everything with my dog Amigo. He’s 2 years old and has always barked while I’m driving. Please help!! I drive a lot and love taking him with me but the sound is terrible, and distracting.
Thank you, Jo.

 

Answer:Not much onfo.  If the dog is up on a seat, insist that it sits and stays on the floor. The idea is to calm the dog down and restore control. If necessary, put a lead on the dog and use it to keep him on the floor until he accepts that that is his position. Also, take him for a walk and if he barks, tug on his lead and say NO!  ..or whatever command that you use. Then use the command in the car.  Good luck,  Don