desensitization

So my fiancé and myself got our first dog together (Willow, she's right around 2). We've both had family dogs in the past, but have had this one for 4 days. Obviously new surroundings cause at least some form of anxiety. She's made herself very comfortable in home and that transition was a lot...

. Dog-owners often wonder why in heaven's name i'd REWARD a dog who's barking at passersby... well, there could be several different reasons. :D 1, the dog's owner *wants* this dog to bark at all strangers. 2, i'm teaching this dog to bark ON CUE - so i can then teach this dog to shut up. :o...