how to stop a puppy from whining

Most new puppies will whine when left alone for the first time because of separation anxiety. If a puppy does not learn as quickly as possible that whining is unacceptable, it will continue whining to get attention. This article describes what to do and what not to do to stop a puppy from whining. 

Puppy whining is most likely due to separation anxiety. A puppy will usually whine because it fears abandonment. Your puppy must be trained as soon as possible to understand that whining is unacceptable behavior. These are tips for what to do and what not to do when training your puppy to stop whining.

Dos

Do place your puppy in a confined area such as a crate when you are leaving it alone. Put toys and occasional treats in the confined area so that your puppy learns to enjoy being in there. Make sure your puppy is comfortable before leaving the room.

Do teach your puppy that whining ،s unacceptable behavior. If your puppy starts to whine, firmly tell it to stop and give it praise when it stops whining.

Do graduaIIy increase the time that you leave your puppy alone? When you first leave your puppy alone, wait for ten minutes before going back into the room. Leave your puppy for longer periods of time as it gets used to being away from you. Your puppy is less likely to whine when it learns that you will not abandon it.

Do make time for exercise and interactive play every day. A puppy is less likely to whine if you provide it with regular physical and mental stimulation.

Don‘ts

Don’t give in to your puppy’s whining. If you fuss over your puppy when it is whining you are rewarding the whining with attention. Your puppy will learn that whining gets your attention and will not stop whining. Don’t hesitate to scold your puppy when it fails to stop whining. Your puppy needs to learn that whining is not acceptable behavior. Do not forget to praise your puppy when it does stop whining.

Don’t allow your puppy to soil its crate. Soiling the crate is a traumatic experience for a puppy and can prevent successful training. Never leave your puppy alone in a confined area for longer than two hours in a day. Whining is your puppy communicating to you that it fears abandonment. In order to stop your puppy whining, you must train your puppy to understand that you will always return. A puppy needs to learn that whining does not get it attention and that being away from you does not need to be stressful and boring.