I have a new 9 week old Britt. Spaniel that I am trying to crate train. He whines in his crate even if I put toys, treats, my t-shirt, etc. I take him out to do his business, praise him for going in his spot, put him in his crate (he won't go in unless I help him), and then turn a fan on and put it next to his crate before going off to bed. He usually cries for at least 30 min. before whinning himself to sleep. This has been going on for a week now and my apartement neighbors are taking note. What can I do? Anyone?
Whinning puppy, need help!
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Sometimes it just takes some time for them to get used to it, and I know that is hard living in an apartment and on your neighbor's time also. But Brady did that for a while when we first crate trained him, and now he happily walks in there at bed time, or anytime he is really tired. It was easier for us though, because we sleep upstairs in our haouse and his crate is downstairs. He knows that is his serious sleeping spot and no one will bother him if he goes in there. Also maybe try a ticking clock instead of a fan, it can ermind them of their mother's heartbeat. I am trying to remember, but I think it took him 2 or 3 weeks to get used to it. It will really be worth it for you when your pup finally learns that is "his" place.