• 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. 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

• 3. 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

• 4. Is it good for the dog to have a yard with plenty of play space for the dog to run free and play, and lots of stimulating toys?

  • No, it's just expensive and has no impact on the dog's wellbeing
  • No. It will make the dog happier but has no impact on the amount of barking the dog does
  • No, it will increase the amount of barking the dog is likely to do
  • Yes, it will reduce the amount of barking the dog is likely to do

• 5. When a dog barks, what might they be trying to tell their owner?

  • They're ill
  • They're hungry
  • They're thirsty
  • All of the above

• 6. If you find out your dog has been barking excessively, what should you do?

  • Call the RSPCA immediately
  • Call your local council immediately
  • Take the dog to the Vet immediately
  • Try to work out the reason, so you can fix the issue

• 7. 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

• 8. 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

• 9. 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

• 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