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Originally Posted by dinkster  I agree about being matter of fact. I also think that it takes time for them to learn that we do come back.
It does help to toss a treat into the crate before you leave. Dinky expects this and looks forward to it. He won't do a kong toy, but I have a friend whose dog loves his kong with treats inside so much that she believes he could care less when she leaves.
I think a shirt is a comfort too!
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Thanks to all for great advice. I also stay calm when I put him in his "tent" I don't say a word and go out the door. This door is in his sight. I put a frozen banana yogurt kong. I also start my recorder. He is terrible while I'm gone. The knog is melted, water spilled everywhere no food being eaten.
I haven't put my shirt in yet, will next time I leave
His screaming & howling is so heartbreaking. I'm not gone very long. 2 - 4 hours
Anything else you guys can think of please let me know.