 He won't stop barking
I know there is a thread for No Barking! But that method doesn't seem to work. My husband and I work from 10 pm- 7 am and Titus always cries/howls/whines in his crate when we leave for work. Our condo is attached to our neighbors on both sides and they can hear Titus. During the day when I'm home, I play with him and have him cuddle with me. I also have his ex-pen (its octagon shaped) open so he can go in and play with his toys, if I close it he will bark. He is not yet potty-trained so I have to watch him like a hawk. If I leave the room for even a second he starts crying too when I close his exercise pen. I'm not sure what to do when I leave for work...its not like I can tell him to stop barking when I'm not there to tell him so.. I understand hes a baby and he needs attention but I dont want to have someone with him all the time or he will get used to having someone there and when we cant provide anyone the separation anxiety/attention barking will get worse. I want him to be able to entertain himself when we need to sleep, do errands, or go to work.
* Also I took the advice to ignore him when he is barking and only go to him when he is quiet.
** My husband and I are exhausted and we are not getting any sleep because of Titus. I'm really desperate to get some kind of relief/peace. Please if anyone can give me advice and tips on training I would be most grateful. |