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Old July 8th, 2006, 03:32 PM
kaytris kaytris is offline
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Where is the crate located? Some dogs need to know that their family is close, so if possible, can you put the crate in your bedroom? Letting your hand hang beside the crate might also help let him know he hasn't been abandoned.

I would also put him in the crate (door open at first) throughout the day - be as matter of fact as possible, "kennel up!" tossing a toy or treat in and letting him get it and then leave. Work up to shutting the door momentarily, and then for increasingly long periods of time. Then briefly leave the room, again working up to longer periods of time. The kong suggestion is a great one, and make sure that he ONLY gets them in the crate.

Best of luck - and however hard it is, please wait until he is quiet before letting him out. If you teach him that "I scream, and I get what I want" you'll be setting yourself up for a lot of sleepless nights.
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