There are many reasons that your dog may have a whining problem. When you learn why they are whining, you will be able to control the problem.

On of the reasons that a dog will whine is because she is trying to convey a message to you that she may be feeling alone and that she is not feeling well. This behavior is just one of need, she needs more attention or affection, or she needs to see the Veterinarian. She may have a problem that is easily fixed with love or she may be calling out to you to give her the help she needs.

Another reason you dog might be whining is because you're not at home. This is a case of separation anxiety. One of the easiest ways to fix this whining is by getting your dog used to the fact that you're not leaving for long and that you will come back. Try leaving the house for short bursts of about 5 minutes initially. Once your dog realises tat you leaving is no big deal, the problem will fix itself.

When using this method to teach your dog that you will always return, ensure you make no big deal about leaving or returning. Don't get too excited when you return, only start giving your dog attention after you've been home for ten minutes or so. This way your dog learns that leaving is no big deal, and in fact, it's a normal occurrence.

After spending some time practicing 5 and 10 minute "away" intervals, slowly increase this until you are gone for over an hour. Little by little your dog will stop paying attention to when you return home and will stop whining completely.

Another way, which is a controversial way to control the whining in your dog is to completely ignore your pet, however this may not be a good idea as the dog may have some underlying physical problem that you should be aware of. Instead you may want to try giving the dog a firm command to stop this behavior and then you must back it up with negative reinforcement. You may try a loud noise that is very unpleasant during the time when she is whining, making her associate this noise with her whining.

Even if your dog's whining is driving you crazy, never resort to physical punishment. Abuse is not an effective form of training and it's also against the law. It can have many harmful effects on your dog, more than just the pain of the abuse. The best way to get lasting results when training your dog is to treat it with love and firm but fair respect.

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