He has water, and food. He is warm,and well fed. But as soon as wse leave the room, he starts barking. And is still barking when we return. Not quite sure what to do?
2007-02-22 12:44:56 · 10 answers · asked by speach001 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
We have another dog in the house. So he is not lonley. But he eats the house when we are gone, so he has to be in the cage. Not to he is not in the cage that long. Couple hours while waiting for the other roomate to get home.
2007-02-22 12:58:14 · update #1
Simple answer - Kong
Get a kong and follow the directions to pack it. You can even put it in the freezer the night before so it's frozen. This will give your dog something to do while he is in the crate. You can vary the items in the kong with dog food (kibble), kong stuffing, peanut butter, dog treats, a little water etc.
Try that. It makes going into the crate fun. I always give my dogs a bone or a biscuit when I put them in the crate (I crate 2 right now) and add a kong on occasion. They only bark when I get home to say - HEY MOM, let us out!
Good luck!
2007-02-22 12:52:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on your dogs age and breed, this is actually quite common. I recommend putting the cage somewhere the dog feels comfortable.
It may also help to turn some music on or the television. The dog is most likely scared because not only is it alone but it can't get to a good hiding place if necessary. The television or radio will create some noise so that the dog does not feel alone. A talk show on the radio or even some soft music. Avoid music that is loud, obnoxious and that could irritate the dog. For the television, put it to the Animal Planet Channel. Let the dog watch other animals and people interact, and listen to the people talk on the television.
Put a favorite treat and toy in there too, to keep it preoccupied. Another thing to do is to put the dog in the cage while you are home. Just put the dog in the cage, with all it's goodies and the tv or radio going, while you are still at home. Let the dog stay in there for an hour or two while you go around the house doing normal things. After a few times of doing this your dog will get used to it and feel safer because he/she knows that nothing is going to happen.
2007-02-22 12:55:08 · answer #2 · answered by Fini Tee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't put him in a cage. simple. if you dont want him to 'eat the house' while you are gone, then put away or close the doors to any room where stuff of value may be chewed. Otherwise let him stay in your backyard.
Also, you should question perhaps any neighbours if they can hear your dog barking throughout the day. It is likely he is barking because he knows you can hear him, and is putting on a little show. Dogs have a remarkable ability to sense when you are coming home so he may not be barking in the cage all day, but only when you are near enough to hear him bark.
Still, I think a cage is pretty cruel.
2007-02-22 13:09:49 · answer #3 · answered by shell 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's not really anything you can do except ignore it. If you act like it's not bothering you, sooner or later the dog will get the hint and shut up, because it knows it's not going to get its way.
Judas, my Red Nose Pitbull, he barked a lot when we stuck him in the cage. We just ignored him and left. Later he just learned to shut up. Lol.
It sounds mean, but it's not really something you can fix. It's more of a problem with how much you can take, not how much the dog barks.
2007-02-22 13:00:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You did not mention how old or how long you have had this one dog as compared to your other dog.
Who does the dog think is it's owner, you or the roommate?
Or both? Do both dogs generally get along?
Is the dog free in the house to not-eat-it when someone is home?
Is she/he, only caged (which is not bad for a dog generally, it's like a natural cave), but, is one dog caged and the other dog free to roam the house? That would be a bummer!
How about "both dogs" caged, in separate, but close cages for the 2 hour wait? All is fair you know...
Is the dog "only/always" caged when you leave, and not also caged, in your company occasionally? Even caged by your side while you watch TV some times? (proof of no punishment?)
If only caged when you leave the apt/house then is this seen as a "punishment" instead of a cozy place to relax for a couple of hours wait?
Do you always run/play/exercise the dog to "wear her/him out" a little before placed in the crate? One half to one hour run?
If not the dog could be wound-up when you leave, with no recourse except to complain, loudly!
And chewing up the house, ala Hooch, (the movie), is fear, anxiety, boredom and all the other people-like emotions that we all get if not "exercised" and miss lots of attention and toys to divert and occupy our minds... Even people can trash an apartment if they have a bad hair day and feel neglected.
Remember, your dog may be only 'your pet', but to your dog, you're it's "Pack leader" and the source of its guidance, You're depended on to make, the rules, give entertainment and exercise
Think over your active roll, before you leave the home, and figure out what "you are missing to do", to make the dog "want" to kickback for a couple of hours calmly. (Exercise???)
Hope you and your "friend" talk this out and come to a mutual agreement that saves both your couch and the neighbors ears!
Sincerely,
ItsaRidl
2007-02-22 13:52:30 · answer #5 · answered by ItsaRidl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your dog doesn't like being caged. Would you? He is lonely and scared. You are traumatizing him by caging him. Some dogs can be crate trained..and some can not...Is it possible to put him in a closed off room (kitchen?) so he can move around a bit. He might be less afraid...Also, more than 5 or 6 hours in the cage is very cruel.
2007-02-22 12:51:03 · answer #6 · answered by HENRY M 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hi there,
One good way of stopping unwanted dog behaviours is attending a traning course. You'll learn the causes and some techniques to solve all your problems with your furry friend. A good online course you can follow is: http://www.goobypls.com/r/rd.asp?gid=572
Their method is gentle, simple and most importantly effective. I recommend it.
Hope it helps.
2014-09-14 08:42:40 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd suggest an obedience class with a good trainer. That way, your dog'll learn basic commands and learn how to be around and be social with other dogs.
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2015-02-21 16:58:46 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
He's experiencing seperation anxiety. Give him 2-3 days, he'll get over it. I think.
2007-02-22 12:50:02 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
he just misses you and the only way is to tell him or her every thing is ok the more often you put him or her in there and they'll find out nothing is wrong
2007-02-22 12:59:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋