Ask A Dog Trainer: How do I stop my dog from barking non-stop at my guests?

Q: How do I stop my dog from barking non-stop at my guests?

A: If your dog barks non stop at guests, what they're saying is, "hey, I'm uncomfortable with this situation, and I'm letting you know about it" or, "hey, person, pay attention to me, this space is about me, not about you". Both of these are forms of dominance, and therefore need to be addressed rather than just ignored.

Why Your Dog Interrupts Your Time With Guests And How To Prevent It

Every dog lover enjoys a sweet greeting from a friendly dog, but we never know whether the person coming to our front door has had bad experiences with dogs or not. When our dogs are over zealous during the greeting and visiting process, it can be both annoying and embarrassing, especially if our guest isn’t comfortable around dogs.