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Kai Bazile · 11-07-2009, 10:10 AM

I am new to this,

but I am taking care of my granddog Yorkie.

... and can't get him to sleep through the night. I take his water away by 6-7pm retire at 9:30.He walks and goes out at least 2-3 times between 7-9pm. He is 6-7 yr.old male....just has to piddle, then pretty much comes right back in and goes to bed. Always between 2:30-3:30am.......doesn't do this for my daughter-in-law whom ownes him? Please help.....I even tried gating my bedroom doorway...but he wines up a storm. Sleepless in Orlando

starstella92 · 11-07-2009, 10:25 AM

I would try posting this under the general discussion as you'll be more able to find responses to your question. You're currently in the breeders section. Though, I'm sure someone may be able to help you here, you'll still probably want to move your question to another section on YT.

starstella92 · 11-07-2009, 10:44 AM

I tried to edit my previous response but I only have so long to edit. So let's try this again, lol. I had said that I bet it's due to the fact that his owner is not there. They call it separation anxiety. My little girl acts up if my boyfriend doesn't travel with us (she's very close to him). And yes, this happens during the night, as well. She constantly is jumping down from the bed (she sleeps with us at night) and whines at the door. I usually never crate her, but this is the one time I have to. She usually just settles right in and falls fast asleep once in the crate. Is he crate trained? I would give this a shot if he is. The crate is supposed to be their safe and secure place for them, I know it is for Maya. I hope this helps some, hopefully others will chime in and be able to give you better advice. Good luck! And I hope you get some sleep soon.

How long will you be watching him?

bjh · 11-07-2009, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Kai Bazile

I am new to this,

but I am taking care of my granddog Yorkie.

... and can't get him to sleep through the night. I take his water away by 6-7pm retire at 9:30.He walks and goes out at least 2-3 times between 7-9pm. He is 6-7 yr.old male....just has to piddle, then pretty much comes right back in and goes to bed. Always between 2:30-3:30am.......doesn't do this for my daughter-in-law whom ownes him? Please help.....I even tried gating my bedroom doorway...but he wines up a storm. Sleepless in Orlando

It sounds like he is well house trained which is good. Are you home with him during the day? How often does he go then? I am really not sure he really has a problem. It is possible that he just likes going outside and is doing it for attention. Does he sleep with you or is he sleeping in another room in a crate, that part is not clear?

Kai Bazile · 11-07-2009, 05:42 PM

Thank you for your intrest. I work parttime....so am here at least half the day. Just goes out early in the am. then again just before I leave. He starts out on our bed, then usually hits the floor, on his bed. Has never been crated, he would go insane. I get up to go around that time....and mabe that wakes him, cuz then he has to go mabe 15-30 minutes later.

He's a very good dog other than that.

bjh · 11-07-2009, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kai Bazile

Thank you for your intrest. I work parttime....so am here at least half the day. Just goes out early in the am. then again just before I leave. He starts out on our bed, then usually hits the floor, on his bed. Has never been crated, he would go insane. I get up to go around that time....and mabe that wakes him, cuz then he has to go mabe 15-30 minutes later.

He's a very good dog other than that.

It does sound like he is a good dog. I can relate to your frustration because my 13 year old Dixie needs off our bed sometime in the middle of the night. Dixie is potty pad trained but she will not jump on or off the bed in the dark so I have to help her. We do have steps by our bed and she uses them just fine when the bedroom light is on. If he was not having to go in the middle of the night before I guess it is possible he could have a slight urinary infection. If it continues you might want to have the vet check him out to be sure. It could be, like you said, that you are just waking him up. Good luck with him.

11-07-2009, 10:10 AM	#1
Kai Bazile YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 2	Granddog Yorkie I am new to this, but I am taking care of my granddog Yorkie.... and can't get him to sleep through the night. I take his water away by 6-7pm retire at 9:30.He walks and goes out at least 2-3 times between 7-9pm. He is 6-7 yr.old male....just has to piddle, then pretty much comes right back in and goes to bed. Always between 2:30-3:30am.......doesn't do this for my daughter-in-law whom ownes him? Please help.....I even tried gating my bedroom doorway...but he wines up a storm. Sleepless in Orlando

11-07-2009, 10:44 AM	#3
starstella92 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Arlington, TX Posts: 216	I tried to edit my previous response but I only have so long to edit. So let's try this again, lol. I had said that I bet it's due to the fact that his owner is not there. They call it separation anxiety. My little girl acts up if my boyfriend doesn't travel with us (she's very close to him). And yes, this happens during the night, as well. She constantly is jumping down from the bed (she sleeps with us at night) and whines at the door. I usually never crate her, but this is the one time I have to. She usually just settles right in and falls fast asleep once in the crate. Is he crate trained? I would give this a shot if he is. The crate is supposed to be their safe and secure place for them, I know it is for Maya. I hope this helps some, hopefully others will chime in and be able to give you better advice. Good luck! And I hope you get some sleep soon. How long will you be watching him? Last edited by starstella92; 11-07-2009 at 10:45 AM.

11-07-2009, 05:42 PM	#5
Kai Bazile YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 2	Kai doesn't sleep through the night. Thank you for your intrest. I work parttime....so am here at least half the day. Just goes out early in the am. then again just before I leave. He starts out on our bed, then usually hits the floor, on his bed. Has never been crated, he would go insane. I get up to go around that time....and mabe that wakes him, cuz then he has to go mabe 15-30 minutes later. He's a very good dog other than that.

11-07-2009, 10:25 AM	#2
starstella92 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Arlington, TX Posts: 216	I would try posting this under the general discussion as you'll be more able to find responses to your question. You're currently in the breeders section. Though, I'm sure someone may be able to help you here, you'll still probably want to move your question to another section on YT.