A pre-bark is the low volume “oof” that a dog generates before committing to a full bark. The pre-bark involves forcing air past the floppy dog cheek in quick intervals .
The pre-bark is often used when a person or animal has the audacity to come anywhere near the dog’s house or yard.
Also known as a “cheek bark”
The pre-bark is often used when a person or animal has the audacity to come anywhere near the dog’s house or yard.
Also known as a “cheek bark”
“Why is your dog staring out the window and making an ‘oof’ sound?”
“He’s just pre-barking at someone way down the street”
“He’s just pre-barking at someone way down the street”
by Dr. J-Bone October 13, 2025
Get the Pre-barkmug.