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Why does my outdoor dog bark non-stop when left alone outside?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 80 lbs

My dog will not stop barking I have tried bark collar don't work he barks after I go back in side and will not stop barking he had food water and all toys but all he does is walking back and forth and barks after I leave him he's an outside dog

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on December 31st, 2018

Poor Milo! It sounds like he's lonely and bored outside by himself. Dogs are social animals, and don't do well with living outside alone. I would either consider making Milo an inside dog so that he can spend time with you and your family, or work harder at getting him an appropriate amount of exercise and mental stimulation - things like going for long walks or hikes, taking him to training classes, playing with him for at least 30 minutes each day, etc.

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