I would just like to say a big thank you for the suggestion about water pistols stopping dogs barking. My pup is now 18 weeks old and was barking at everything. I got a travel water spray from Boots for £1.20 filled it with water and squirted her with it when she was barking for no reason and within a couple of days she has got the message. I am so pleased. I didn't squirt her for every little bark just when she was barking for attention. I recommend it to anyone who has a barking pup. It doesn't hurt them and it is a quick cheap solution. Many thanks to all who suggested it.

I also took up the suggestion of giving her a carrot to chew on. That was a result as well. She is certainly getting there and this forum has been invaluable to me.

im glad its working for you. it normally does.

well done on sticking with it.