Never release them from the crate when they are making a noise. This may take some patience. They will quickly come to understand that when they are quiet they can come out. Once they are quiet you can give them praise or a treat. This can also be done in conjunction with a calm hold technique. A calm hold is a technique used to settle and calm a dog. You can hold your Doberman by the collar if you wish to hold them in place with your other hand on the shoulder.
When your Doberman whines ignore them. This is done simply looking away and ending all interactions with your dog. You can even turn your body away from them and cross your arms. Once they are quiet you can give them praise or a pat in a calm manner. This is referred to as a negative correction in dog training circles. It means either adding something or removing something.
This is not giving them what they want such as attention. This will likely worsen the behavior. It is redirecting their attention to something else. This can be a toy or scattering some kibble on the ground. You can then walk away and leave them to it. As stated above, positive in dog training means to add something such as a reward. Once your Doberman is quiet and has stopped whining you can reward them with either praise, a treat, or pat.
This reinforces the wanted behavior — not whining. For more on how to reward a dog see here. Your Doberman may be whining for a number of reasons. These include they are in pain, are attention-seeking, pent up energy or overexcitement. Once you are able to ascertain the reason for the whining you can decide on the best solution. Obviously, if they are whining because of pain, consult your vet immediately.
If it is due to pent up energy increase the amount of daily exercise they get. If the whining is due to attention-seeking or overexcitement try the techniques above or consult a dog trainer or behaviorist. How to exercise a Doberman. The best type of toys for Dobermans.
It isn't used as punishment per se, but it is the only time he stops whining. Also, the pinch is more of a Ceaser Milan attention jab. Nothing harmful. New to the forum and have limited experience with Dobs. Looking forward to learn more from experienced members. I would like to ask why do you think he is whining? Dobermans are among the most vocal of all dog breeds. It's their way to communicate their emotional state.
If you can point at what is causing him to whine, maybe you can address the problem. I don't believe boredom is the only reason. I would closely monitor what drives him and when he whines. When does he stop and why.
I would also install a camera to watch what he's doing when you are absent. That said, at his age he is a "teenager" and hormonal changes may affect him. Are there other changes in his behavior? Nobody can tell with certainty what will happen if you neuter him. Each dog is an individual. One last advice: as I said Dobs are extremely sensitive.
Harsh corrections don't work well with the breed. Other breeds have no problems. You can correct a Pitbull and it always comes back. But with a Dob, you may affect him for long. Just be careful. I have a two yr old neutered male. He also whines and it's quite ear piercing. I have found Axel whines for two reasons. First reason is he has to go potty. Shortly your Dobe will recognize the phrase "Crate time!
Working again in five-minute increments, this time leave the room. Continue to increase the length of time you're outside the room. Once your Dobe stays quietly in the crate alone for 30 minutes, he can stay in the crate one hour for each month of his age, but this should never exceed six hours without a potty break or exercise.
Provide your Doberman sufficient exercise. Whining is annoying, but it's also a form of communication. A Dobe is likely to whine if he has pent-up energy or is bored. Sufficient exercise can prevent whining from occurring.
Dobermans are extremely active dogs; they require mental stimulation. Provide at least 30 to 60 minutes of daily run time for your Dobie to burn energy -- not necessarily all at once. Give a series of basic commands so your Dobe is performing productive behaviors instead of whining. As long as your dog knows basic obedience commands, this technique shifts your Doberman pinscher's attention from the source of his whining to the task you've commanded.
Once your Dobe begins whining, say "sit" and "down. Next time, have your dog sit; then say "stay" and walk away for 20 to 30 seconds.
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