Their dog stopped pulling on the lead in just one session. But when other changes in the dog’s behaviour started to appear, the owners began to question whether the quick fix had actually taught the dog what they thought it had. Read on to find out why that magical quick fix isn’t what it always seems.

Is your dog barking at every noise, visitor or movement outside? Barking is communication — and understanding why it’s happening is the first step towards reducing it. Here’s what to look for and what you can do instead.