{"id":11277,"date":"2022-08-13T17:15:51","date_gmt":"2022-08-13T16:15:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/?p=11277"},"modified":"2023-02-10T16:33:09","modified_gmt":"2023-02-10T16:33:09","slug":"what-to-do-with-a-crying-puppy-at-night","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/what-to-do-with-a-crying-puppy-at-night\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do With a Crying Puppy at Night?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t know <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what to do with a crying puppy at night?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t worry, you&#8217;re not alone. Puppies can be notoriously noisy and restless when they&#8217;re trying to get comfortable. But don&#8217;t despair \u2013 you can do plenty of things to help them sleep through the night.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interested to learn more? Continue reading!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='what-to-do-with-a-crying-puppy-at-night'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to Do With a Crying Puppy at Night?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">puppy won\u2019t stop crying at night<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, don&#8217;t worry; this is more common than you think. This is especially true if you just got your puppy and they are<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> still adjusting to their new home. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">why do puppies cry at night <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and what can you do about it?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Four main factors that might cause this are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your puppy is in pain;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your pooch is hungry;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They\u2019re afraid;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tummy issues.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you know what might cause this, let\u2019s look at how to stop your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">puppy whining at night<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First, make sure that they have everything they need in their crate: water, food, a warm blanket, or their favorite chew toy;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take them out for a final<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> potty break before bedtime;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reassure them with your voice and presence\u2014sit by the crate and talk to them calmly until they <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">settle down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If all else fails, you may need to put on some calm background noise or music to help drown out the sound of their crying.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whatever you do, try to stay calm and patient. Remember that this is only temporary and your puppy will soon adjust to their new home!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='how-to-keep-a-puppy-from-crying-at-night-tips-and-tricks%c2%a0'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Keep a Puppy From Crying at Night:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tips and Tricks!\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you find your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">new puppy at night crying <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">it\u2019s probably<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">upset <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stressed<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. There are a few things you can do to help stop the behavior:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/potty-training-a-puppy\/?swcfpc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Potty train your puppy<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> One of the main reasons puppies cry at night is because they need to go to the toilet. For this reason, it\u2019s imperative to take your puppy out once before going to bed. If it\u2019s a very young puppy, you might also need to wake up early the next day for a potty break.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2. Teach your puppy to sleep in its crate: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crating your puppy can help them feel more secure and comfortable at night. Be sure to introduce the crate gradually and make it a positive experience for your puppy by putting their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">favorite dog toys <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and treats inside.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3. Try comforting your furry friend<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dogs are social creatures; sometimes they just need comforting <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reassurance <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that you\u2019re nearby. Try leaving the television or radio on at a low volume overnight so they can hear voices and know you\u2019re close by.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4. Tire your dog out<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A tired dog is a sleepy dog. Be sure to give your dog plenty of exercise during the day, so they\u2019re ready to sleep at night. If your dog is still full of energy at bedtime, try playing a game of fetch or tug-of-war to tire them out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>5. Make sure you stick to a routine<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dogs are creatures of habit, and they thrive on routines. Try to keep mealtimes, walks, and bedtime as consistent as possible daily so your dog knows what to expect.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>6. Avoid distracting them at all costs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dogs are easily distracted and if there\u2019s something in their environment that\u2019s causing them to cry (e.g., changes in the household, another pet in the home, etc.), try to remove or eliminate the source of the distraction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>7. Take your dog to a check-up:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If your dog is crying and you can&#8217;t figure out why it&#8217;s always best to consult your veterinarian just to rule out any possible health issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>8. It might be crying in their sleep<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This is very common, so there\u2019s no need to worry. Usually, puppies cry when they\u2019re in their REM (rapid eye movement) cycle. If this is the case, use your voice not your hands. Talk to the puppy in a calm soothing noise until it wakes up or calms down.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are just a few tips to help stop your dog from crying at night. If your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">puppy <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> still crying at night after 3 weeks<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it&#8217;s best to consult with a professional trainer to get to the root of the problem.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='how-long-does-a-puppy-cry-at-night'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Long Does a Puppy Cry at Night?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve started crate training your puppy, and it started whining, don\u2019t worry, it won\u2019t last for long. As it gets used to you and its new surroundings, it will cry less and less. In the beginning, a dog might cry for an hour, even two, although it will eventually come down and stop crying completely. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it all depends on how you&#8217;ve introduced your puppy to sleeping alone. If you&#8217;ve done it gradually and patiently, the crying will be shorter-lived. If you&#8217;ve done it abruptly, the crying might go on for a while. But eventually, all puppies will learn to sleep through the night.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='how-long-can-you-let-a-puppy-cry-in-a-crate'><b>How Long Can You Let a Puppy Cry in a Crate?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, there is no definite answer to this question. On the one hand, you should never leave your puppy to cry out throughout the night, while on the other, you shouldn\u2019t teach your dog to be over-dependent on you. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, it all goes back to gradual crate training. Teach your puppy to slowly get used to its crate, and it will soon learn to sleep on its own without whining. Crate training takes patience and consistency, but it&#8217;s worth it. Your puppy will learn that its environment is safe and that being in a crate isn&#8217;t so bad after all.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='faqs'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n<h4 id='should-you-ignore-a-crying-puppy%c2%a0'><b>Should you ignore a crying puppy<\/b><b>?\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, you shouldn&#8217;t. A puppy&#8217;s crying is its way of communicating with people. If you ignore a puppy&#8217;s cries, it will become <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anxious <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and may even start to whine or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bark <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">incessantly. Responding to a puppy&#8217;s cries will help it feel secure and loved, which is essential for its development.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='should-i-let-my-puppy-cry-it-out%c2%a0'><b>Should I let my puppy cry it out?\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letting your puppy cry it out is not recommended for a number of reasons. First, puppies are incapable of self-soothing and need our help to learn how to settle down.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Second, crying is a sign of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">distress <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and can potentially lead to more anxiety and behavioral issues down the road.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Third, puppies need our guidance and love during this crucial period of development and separating them from us in order to let them &#8220;cry it out&#8221; goes against everything our instinct tells us to do.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='bottom-line'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bottom Line<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So,\u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what to do with a crying puppy at night<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? The answer is simple &#8211; just follow these tips, and you&#8217;ll be on your way to helping the little buddy get some shut-eye.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Don\u2019t know what to do with a crying puppy at night? Don&#8217;t worry, you&#8217;re not alone. Puppies can be notoriously noisy and restless when they&#8217;re trying to get comfortable. But don&#8217;t despair \u2013 you can do plenty of things to help them sleep through the night.\u00a0 Interested to learn more? Continue reading! 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