Why Your Dog Barks at the Doorbell and How to Fix It
Does your dog bark like crazy every time the doorbell rings? You’re not alone — and you might be accidentally making it worse without realizing it. In this video, I’ll show you how to teach your dog a calmer, more appropriate response to the doorbell using positive, reward-based training. No yelling, no intimidation, and no trying to “train” in the heat of the moment. You’ll learn a simple 3-step training plan you can implement at home, plus the most common mistakes dog owners make that actually increase doorbell barking. 🐶 What You’ll Learn in This Video: Why doorbells trigger such big reactions in dogs How dogs learn to predict exciting events (and why barking escalates) The common doorbell habits that make barking worse How to change your dog’s emotional response to the doorbell A clear, step-by-step method to teach your dog to go to their bed instead of rushing the door Two bonus tips to help your dog succeed when visitors arrive 🎯 The 3-Step Doorbell Training Method: 1️⃣ Play your doorbell sound at a low volume and reward with treats on the floor 2️⃣ Teach your dog to hear the sound and go to their bed or place 3️⃣ Watch your dog hear the door bell and choose to go to their bed, on their own! This training focuses on changing emotions, stopping rehearsal, and creating a predictable routine your dog can succeed with. 🔗 Helpful Resources Mentioned: ▶️ Stop Barking Video: 👉 • How to Stop your Dog's Barking — Backed by... ▶️ Introduction to Boundary Games: 👉 • Teach Your Puppy Calmness with Fun Boundar... 🧠 Bonus Tips Included: A simple trick one of my clients uses to prevent doorbell chaos altogether How to manage doorbell situations ahead of time, when you’re expecting visitors 👋 About Me I’m Gisela Griesser, a professional dog trainer and behavior consultant. I created this video because doorbell barking is one of the most common challenges my clients ask for help with — and it can be improved with the right approach. My goal is to help you build a positive relationship with your dog by teaching better choices — without fear, force, or frustration. 💬 Let’s Chat 👉 What does your dog predict? Tell me in the comments — I’d love to hear! 👍 If this video helped you, please like, subscribe, and share it with another dog owner who needs it. #dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #positivedogtraining Equipment used in this video: Hands free treat pouch https://amzn.to/4nXOHpT Raised Dog Bed https://amzn.to/4p7dbxU (Disclaimer: as an Amazon affiliate I will get a small commission when you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you.) Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:52 Why do dogs bark at the door bell? 2:13 mistake #1 Habit 2:19 Mistake #2 Train in the Moment 2:28 Mistake #3 Greeting visitors at the door 3:11 How to change door bell barking 3:58 Door Bell Training Step 1 4:51 Door Bell Training Step 2 6:52 Door Bell Training Step 3 8:00 Bonus Tip #1 8:20 Bonus Tip #2
