| There certainly are some times when howling, whining | | | | and start initiating all sorts of annoying noise. Even |
| and barking are normal for your dog. On the other | | | | though you might be primarily at home with your dog, |
| hand, if the dog you have constantly howls, whines or | | | | they have to be taught how to handle being alone. |
| barks, this can create a problem situation. This situation | | | | You should not routinely always give them what they |
| not only affects you but can become a real | | | | want when they start whining. If you cave in on this, |
| annoyance for neighbors, especially if you happen to | | | | you will be expected to come each and every time. |
| live in a subdivision with smaller lots or an apartment | | | | Then you will really have a hard time breaking this |
| complex. No one wants to get complaints from | | | | habit. |
| neighbors. So how does one resolve this common | | | | ** Often a dog makes noises simply because they |
| negative situation? | | | | have to relieve themselves. There are three definite |
| Below are three approaches that can help you deal | | | | times that you should know to allow them to do their |
| with your pet dog if he or she is continuously creating | | | | "business": 1) After the dog has eaten; 2) After the dog |
| these noisy situations: | | | | has participated in an activity; 3) After the dog has |
| ** You first must discover why your dog is howling, | | | | taken a nap or when they first awaken in the morning. |
| whining or barking too much. It might be as simple as | | | | There will also most likely be other times, however, |
| hunger, thirst or both. Owners should always be sure | | | | once your dog has been trained you will easily figure |
| that their dog has water close by and is fed properly. | | | | those additional situations out. |
| Equally important is to supply your dog with toys in | | | | Once you give your pet water, food and toys; made |
| order to keep them busy. | | | | sure they have relieved themselves; and ensured they |
| ** There are dogs that do not feel comfortable being | | | | are not stressed because of loneliness, quieter times |
| alone. They may get agitated when there is no one | | | | should prevail. But, if this does not happen, do not be |
| around and this can create anxiety for them. Besides | | | | afraid to make sure to let you dog know that their |
| being lonesome, the dog may become stressed out | | | | noisy behavior is just not acceptable. |