You are on the right track...crate training is an excellent tool and mine are all crate trained. You said you took her out of the bed to put her in the crate...can you keep the bed in the crate so you don't have to disturb her once she gets settled?
The biggest reason for her fussing right now is her age. We keep litters together until 12 weeks to prevent these separation issues and foster their socialization/development. You may help calm her anxiety by wearing an old t-shirt and then putting it in the bed with her at night. Your scent may help a bit so she feels less abandoned. Crate training is not cruel, she will soon feel it is her safe space and go in willingly. Keep to a strict schedule and the consistency will pay off.
Best wishes. |