• 1. When is nuisance barking most common?

  • While owners are taking their dogs for a walk
  • At night, while owners are at home
  • While owners are away at work/school, and the dog is left alone
  • None of the above

• 2. Complete the sentence: Citronella collars...

  • Are ineffective and cruel, and should not be used
  • Are effective, and endorsed by the RSPCA
  • Are distressing to the dog, and prohibited in NSW
  • Should only be used under the supervision of a qualified dog trainer

• 3. Why may a dog may bark, whine and howl for long periods of time when alone in the home?

  • It feels lonely
  • It is bored
  • It feels upset and frustrated
  • All of the above

• 4. How can you reduce a dog's barking?

  • Using activity toys that make the dog work for food, or meaty bones, as these can keep the dog entertained for hours
  • Going for walks, play and exercise
  • Blocking the line-of-sight to passers-by and other animals
  • All of the above

• 5. What is a common cause of dogs barking?

  • Their owners leave the house and they feel 'separation anxiety'
  • They see passers-by, such as people, cats or other dogs, close to their property line
  • They haven't been properly trained
  • All of the above

• 6. What should you do if a neighbour tells you that your dog has been barking excessively?

  • Nothing, your dog is allowed to bark in your own home
  • Call Council immediately to avoid nuisance fines
  • Find out how often and for how long your dog has been heard barking
  • Call the RSPCA immediately

• 7. When is barking considered 'nuisance' barking?

  • All the time. We should never have to hear a dog barking anywhere
  • Anytime I can hear it when I'm at home
  • If the barking can be heard on any public premises or thoroughfare only
  • Only if it is so persistent that it disturbs the peace or comfort of others

• 8. Complete the sentence: Keeping a dog chained in a small, restricted space...

  • Is likely to make the dog feel safe and decrease barking
  • Is likely to make the dog feel unhappy and increase barking
  • Is likely to have no impact on the amount of barking a dog does
  • Is a practice that can be used to train dogs to bark less, if used correctly

• 9. What should you do if you suspect your dog is barking excessively when you're not home?

  • Nothing. Wait until you receive a complaint from a neighbour
  • Ask a neighbour, set up a webcam, pretend to leave or use other techniques to find out
  • Take your dog to the Vet
  • Call the RSPCA immediately

• 10. Complete the sentence: Barking is...

  • Not a natural way for dogs to vocalise their feelings
  • Always a sign of trauma, illness or distress
  • Natural, but something owners need to ensure is kept to a minimum and only happens at appropriate times
  • All of the above