i tried one, it worked but I felt horrible using it. When I left the house I’d take it off; one of the other dogs got it and chewed it up. Guess they told me. I’ve tried Petsmart, Citronella etc. Consistency is the key. I now use a muzzle, but only when my sheperd will NOT stop barking. I used it a few times and she looked at me like i was killing her. Now all I have to say is muzzle and she stops barking. A water bottle works well too…be consistent.
My sister swears by a bottle of pennies. The noise startles the dog and they shut up.
I intend to try that.
I’ve got 5 dogs; 2 terriers, 1 beagle, 1 golden and one sheperd. I’ve lived where I do for 16 years. Have had 2 complaints. One guy I just ignored. The other, most recent, was a new neighbor, who called animal control on me for having too many animals. I had to get a pet fanciers license. It was a nusiance, but the animal control ppl just make sure the animals are well cared for (they have more toys/treats that I do!). At any rate, I try to keep my dogs quiet…but that’s what dogs do to communicate…they bark. The animal control ppl told me barking is only considered a public nusciane if it’s for hours on end, ie the dog is outside all day/night. I let them bark, but when things get out of hand, out comes the water bottle.
I actually had one neighbor tell me, he liked knowing my dogs were watching out for strangers by barking!