Thanks for the post Wendy, some really helpful advice. Welcome to the site too.
I do have one lovely neighbour who will let the dogs out if I am out, but she can't do it on a regular basis and I need to sort my problem.
I have some health issues which limit me going too far, but at the moment other than walking the dogs, I am beginning to feel a bit trapped.
My lovely neighbour couldn't pop over last time I was out as she had someone with her and Giles barked for 7 minutes and then was quiet until I came back. She is very good and timed him for me. My other sensitive neighbour however was waiting to tell me how noisy my dogs had been all morning! It leaves me feeling worn out and extremely low.


Although I realise I cannot sort my dog barking out immediately, I will have to keep trying as I can do nothing to make my sensitive neighbour any more friendly and tolerant.
Thanks again for the welcome and the advice.
Angie