How to Stop Your Dog From Barking in the Crate, by Canine Revolution Dog Training on YouTube. 1 min 10 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 10 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 7
What you need
Steps
Take your dog out to potty right before you put them in the crate. A full bladder is a common reason for barking.
Move the crate to a calm area away from doorways, hallways and busy rooms. Noise and movement nearby keep dogs alert and vocal.
Build positive associations with the crate. Toss treats inside, feed meals in it and let your dog go in and out freely with the door open.
Put your dog in the crate with a stuffed food toy or chew, then sit quietly nearby until they settle.
Wait for a pause in the barking before you open the door. Letting them out mid-bark teaches them that barking works.
If the barking continues, check the basics again: potty, crate position and whether the crate training foundation is solid.
Do not leave your dog to cry for hours. Short, calm sessions that end on quiet behaviour work better.
Tips and common mistakes
Never let your dog out the second they start barking, or the barking gets rewarded.
Don't let them cry for hours either. Long distress sessions damage crate training.
A stuffed food toy gives your dog something to do instead of barking.
Keep crate sessions short at first and build up the time slowly.
Questions
Should I ignore my dog barking in the crate?
Not always. Check potty, crate position and crate training first. Then wait for a quiet pause before opening the door instead of letting them out mid-bark.
Why does my dog only bark in the crate at night?
They may need a last potty trip, or the crate may be in a busy or noisy spot. A calm location and a bedtime routine help.
How long should I let my dog cry it out?
Don't let them cry for hours. Keep sessions short and end them when your dog is quiet and calm.
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