Puppy Barking,Whining and Howling
Your puppy is howling, whining or barking for a reason. If the problem is not resolved immediately, whining can become an ingrained habit that is intensely irritating and annoying. Many dogs use whining, howling, and barking as a means of vocal blackmail in order to control their owners.
Puppy Whining Do’s
-When confined to a crate or small room or pen, always give your puppy the benefit of the doubt. When she begins whining, immediately take her to her toilet area.
-Teach your pup to accept isolation and privacy. Accustom your puppy to being left by his/herself, even if you are home. This will prevent separation anxiety and all the problems that accompany it.
-Make sure your puppy is comfortable. Is your puppy hungry, thirsty, too hot, too cold, uncomfortable, sick, or has lost her toy under the furniture?
-When you know that all your puppy’s physical needs are met and you have taken the time to accustom him/her to isolation, then teach your puppy that whining is unacceptable.
Puppy Whining Don’ts
-Don’t give in and reward your puppy for whining.
-Do not hesitate to appropriately reprimand unnecessary whining.
-Do not let your puppy feel abandoned.
-Do not let your dog soil its crate.
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