Thread: Dog whines...a lot! ?

I don't want you to think it's like he needs something. It's more like..he likes the sound of his whine. I put him in his crate while he's sleeping and when he wakes up, he figures out where he is and screams. Not normal puppy whining but like a dying woman's scream! It's terrible! Does anyone know any way to ease his anxiety (which I really don't think it is) or a way to make him stop? I greatly appreciate any advice you can give!

Oh--I have a 10 week old Australian Shepherd. Thanks!
No, I'm serious. This isn't normal whining! It's like..70 levels above whining. We've raised a few dogs and none have ever created this awful noise. He has a little rawhide and a comfy pillow and fleece blanket. He refuses to play with the rawhide.

--I'll definitely try the kong!

So this probably isn't the best way to train him as its more of a distraction than anything else but it really helped my dog out. My dog was having issues with us leaving and after speaking to a trainer she suggested a kong with some peanut butter in it. She said that if we could manage to distract him for the first 20 minutes after our departure that he should be okay for the rest of the night. It worked like a charm, the neighbors say he is quiet now and its his favorite treat in the world!