Instructions
Find the source of the problem. Is your dog crying because of hunger, loneliness or fright. Often you can alleviate the problem by simply recognizing the cause and responding to it accordingly. While this approach will not solve the problem of habitual crying, it may alleviate occasional whimpering. In some instances, you may not have a problem at all, but simply a dog trying to communicate.
Let the dog cry it out. If you discover that the problem goes beyond mere communication and requires real behavior modification, start by simply ignoring the whimpers. It may create a nuisance at first, but it will show your dog that its crying is ineffective. By acknowledging every whimper, you inadvertently reward your dog's behavior, according to the Dog Obedience Training Review.
Reward the dog when the crying stops. If your dog begins to cry, place it in the backyard or in a room by itself until it quiets down. When the crying stops, let your dog back inside and reward it with treats and affection. After repeated instances, your dog will come to realize that crying does not serve its interests.
Meet your dog's needs on a daily basis. Maintain a consistent feeding schedule, take time to play with it each day, give it plenty of love and affection, provide it with toys and treats and give your dog ample opportunities to relieve itself.
How to Stop My Dog From Crying
Dogs whimper and cry for a variety of reasons, but you can minimize this problem and possibly even eliminate it with a patient, gentle approach. If crying occurs persistently, you will likely need to employ training techniques in order to modify the behavior. If, however, the crying always comes in response to a specific circumstance such as hunger, your dog may just be trying to tell you something.