Janek recommends making arrangements for someone to let the puppy out at least once or twice after you return to work. Remember, dogs and especially puppies need to urinate often. Dogs between 10 to 12 weeks old can usually hold it for around two hours.
After six months, dogs can usually hold it for up to six hours. Put them in a crate or exercise pen to start out and leave the room. Janek explains that the key is to make this a safe and relaxing place for them, instead of a punishment. To make this a safe space, feed them meals inside it and give them special toys they only get in their crate.
You might also try a white noise machine or other anxiety-easing products to provide a more calming effect. However, each dog is different. A new puppy brings a lot of joy and excitement, but you should consider your current schedule and availability before getting a dog.
Examples of behavior changes include increased lethargy, depression or disinterest in once-beloved activities, and destructive tendencies. With any behavior changes, see your veterinarian to rule out medical issues.
Destructive behavior is also a symptom of separation anxiety. Dogs are social and typically prefer to be with others. Some may always struggle with being alone. Learn more about treating canine separation anxiety. It also provides you some peace of mind. Be sure you have time to dedicate to your new family member. Working full-time or having a busy life and owning a pet is doable, you may just have to get creative to ensure sure their needs are being met. Before bringing a new pet into your home, it's really important to find an animal that fits your lifestyle.
If they are quiet and calm, reward them with low-key praise and a treat before leaving to continue the countdown. Otherwise, you will teach them that whining opens the door and earns attention. Instead, shorten their time in the confinement area to what they can handle, and build the time more slowly. Once your puppy is confident on their own, and they understand potty training and the rules of good behavior, you can start giving them access to your home while you are away, one room at a time.
The goal is an adult dog that is relaxed, self-assured, and can be trusted with more freedom. Leaving a puppy alone with nothing to do in their safe area can be a recipe for trouble. This will teach them to be happy on their own. A perfect activity is chewing on a chew toy stuffed with food. Toys such as Kongs are excellent for this purpose because the food coming out of the toy will reinforce the chewing behavior.
In time, you will end up with a chew toy addict who would rather chomp on their toys than the baseboards. Other ways to keep your puppy busy when they are alone include providing edible chews like bully sticks or yak milk chews , leaving food hidden around the confinement area, or providing food-releasing puzzle toys.
However, only leave your puppy unattended with toys, or edible chews that you know are safe. For example, smaller objects that your puppy can fit completely inside their mouth are a choking hazard. Or objects that can splinter or be broken into small pieces can cause intestinal damage or obstruction if swallowed. Speak to your veterinarian about safe options, and always watch your puppy with any new toy until you are sure they can play with it safely.
When leaving a puppy alone, you can also use the radio or TV to provide company. The noise can cover up other sounds that might be more distressing, like honking cars or the garbage truck. If not, go back a step. Now you will leave for longer periods. How long depends on your puppy, but you can should be able to run some errands.
I suggest timing these outings with nap time when you can to reduce stress on your puppy. If you come back to a stressed out puppy, go back a step. Remember that potty training can be a slow process for many puppies and try not be gone longer than your puppy can hold it! If one person comes home and gets really excited when greeting the puppy, this is going to flow over to the next person. Stress from being alone can lead to separation anxiety and our goal is to teach puppy we will always return.
If these behaviors are happening, or you suspect your puppy of excessive stress, go back to Step 1 and start again. Since dogs are individuals there is no timeline for when your puppy will learn to settle when being left alone. It All Starts With The Crate There are many ways to raise a dog, but the consensus among trainers, veterinarians, and behaviorists is crate training is the best method for training a young puppy. For me, a trainer of over 20 years, I have distinguished these terms with my students as two seperate training opportunities: Potty training : Teaching your puppy the appropriate place to go potty.
House training : Teaching your puppy how to behave in the house. I will always recommend using a crate for a young, unproven dog. Step 1: Start Small Remember that puppies are social creatures and being alone is not a natural experience.
Step 3: Your puppy should now be used to you leaving for very short periods of about a half hour.
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