Pawsitively Quiet: How to Stop Your Dog Barking is a practical and reassuring guide for anyone living with a noisy dog. Written by Renee Patience, trainer, behaviourist and founder of Paws Academy, this book offers clear, kind advice that helps you understand and manage barking in real life situations.
 
Barking is a natural behaviour, but when it becomes excessive it can feel overwhelming and frustrating. Instead of relying on quick fixes or harsh methods, this book shows you how to get to the root of the behaviour and make lasting changes through calm, consistent and positive training.
 
Inside Pawsitively Quiet, you will discover:
Why dogs bark and how to recognise the difference between normal and excessive barking
Common triggers such as visitors, noises, other dogs, being left alone, or seeking attention
How to avoid accidentally reinforcing barking without realising it
Gentle, practical techniques to introduce cues like “quiet” and “settle”
The role of enrichment, exercise and environment in reducing unwanted barking
How to build calm routines that help your dog feel more secure
What not to do and why aversive tools such as bark collars can make things worse
 
This book is part of the Pawsitive Series, a collection of short, focused guides designed to give you straightforward support without overwhelming detail. Each title tackles a specific challenge, making it easy to dip in and find the help you need.
 
Whether you are raising a new puppy, supporting a rescue, or managing the habits of an adult dog, Pawsitively Quiet gives you tools that really work. You will learn how to reduce barking with kindness and patience while building a stronger relationship with your dog.
 
With easy to follow steps, practical examples and thoughtful guidance, this book helps you transform barking from a daily struggle into a manageable behaviour. Instead of simply trying to silence your dog, you will learn how to understand what they are communicating, support them in feeling calmer and teach them better ways to cope.
 
Living with a quieter dog does not just mean a more peaceful home. It means fewer stressful walks, more relaxed visitors, and a happier, more confident dog who feels understood. Pawsitively Quiet shows you how to get there in a way that is kind, achievable and rooted in positive reinforcement.