Once they settle in and realize they are safe, it will stop on its own | Also note that some dogs begin crying at night as they age even in the absence of a medical problem |
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It's possible that the crying stems from a lack of exercise | Puppies in a new home will cry |
While you may have the urge to run to your pet anytime he cries at night, doing so only sets you up for the crying to continue indefinitely.
27Since there are so many possible reasons for the crying, it can be difficult to pinpoint the reason without looking at context and then working to eliminate each potential cause | If none work, talk to an animal behaviorist for advice tailored to your pet |
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The good news is that, more often than not, it's no cause for alarm when your dog cries at night | Make note of any other behavior that seems off, and mention this to your vet |
If your dog has typically been pretty settled at bedtime but suddenly has started crying at night, it's a good idea to schedule a vet visit to rule out a medical issue.
14Ruling Out A Medical Issue Anytime there is any notable change in your dog's behavior, a visit to the vet is warranted | |
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Try giving your dog an extra walk or two during the day | Limit food and water as it gets close to bedtime |
Since dogs can't tell you when they feel sick, you have to rely on other cues to know when something is wrong.
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