We have a rescue dog, aged between 18 mths and 2yrs, and can't stop him from whining for attention, no matter how much he gets! We have tried the 'clicker' but it hasn't given good results as yet! Any ideas?
2006-08-16 08:46:56 · 31 answers · asked by Mrs Bibbles 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
If you give him attention when he whines, you are reinforcing the "whining" behavior. Do not reward undesireable behavior.
When he is whining, look at him directly in the eye, snap your fingers, point at him and say something like "nope" or "hey" or his name, in a stern but concerned voice. Basically, you need to distract his attention from whining to paying attention to you and your next move. Timing is very important. If he stops whining, then praise him, play with him and give him attention, immediately. If not, turn your back on him and ignore him for 30 seconds, and try it again.
He will learn that when he whines he will be ignored, and eventually, he won't whine for your attention, he will just come up to you. It may take 2 to 3 weeks of practice. Everyone in the family has to do this exercise with the dog.
Rescue dogs are special animals. You do not have the history on this dog, but you have the privilege of giving him a new life. This whining could be the reason that the people gave him away. Be firm but understanding, and realize that it takes 6 months for a rescue dog to become acclimated with his new surroundings.
2006-08-16 09:06:49 · answer #1 · answered by gspguy 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
lol, I have a dog who does the same thing. He whines for everything but I've gotten him out of it by telling him to quiet down. Whenever he starts whining I walk up to him and say no quiet. He used to do it every morning at 7:23 on the dot. He was accustom to whining at the shelter but now he doesn't do it. We've learned each other and I know that at 7:23 he needs to go out to use the bathroom. I hope I've helped.
2006-08-16 08:55:16 · answer #2 · answered by Ursula 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can take a long time for rescue pets to feel settled, I have two rescue cats one of which was maltreated before we got her. It took her a long time, and a lot of loving, before she felt secure. Try diverting your dog with toys, teddies and a lot of love, if you are patient he will eventually stop feeling the need for constant attention. Remember they are a little bit like children, all this positive attention is probably a novelty which is why the behavior is constant. Be firm but loving and patient. Hope this helps!
2006-08-16 09:19:37 · answer #3 · answered by CAROL S 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think your dog really loves you. Is it really annoying when he whines are do you just not want to give him attention all the time? Dogs need love...just be happy that you have your dog. Imagine if you didn't have him. He would probably be in a pound or the street. Whining for people to love him. I think you should be thankful for what you have.
2006-08-16 08:52:15 · answer #4 · answered by Cracker <3 Beaner Bear 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try giving him a stuff animal when your not around. and when he starts whining don't give him attention if you do you will make it worse because he'll think that if he whines he gets love so just be calm but assertive and then when he stops give him love.
2006-08-16 09:59:25 · answer #5 · answered by jaded25705 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You cant - so buy some earplugs and just get on with your life. The Dog will get bored eventually and stop. You could always buy another dog to keep it company or pay your freinds to walk it and keep it company. if all else fails the RSPCA will put it down for you - humanely, of course - Good luck.......
2006-08-16 13:20:32 · answer #6 · answered by Sir Nickle Barsteward 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My 11 yr old GSD is the champion whiner, in fact he would win Crufts if it was part of the show. Tickle him under the neck, that usually does the trick.
2006-08-16 08:54:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you ruled out illness? A dog that age is still a puppy. Is it possible he ate something and it is giving him problems internally? If a vet visit rules out illness. try a water gun. I use that to stop my dog from barking and it seems to work
ALL IN MODERATION of course.
2006-08-16 08:53:33 · answer #8 · answered by mamajo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you glad that you got a mans best friend? I know some women that are always whining. Think you self lucky.
2006-08-16 09:21:29 · answer #9 · answered by angelo26 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ignore the dog! dont give him attention whenhe whines. You should give him attention when you want as you are re-inforcing his behaviour. Until you learn that he will never get better
2006-08-16 12:19:38 · answer #10 · answered by wolfstorm 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋