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How to get my puppy to sleep alone without a crate or crying?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | 1 month and 30 days old

I want my gsd puppy to sleep alo e at night in my porch,but from 4-5 days he is sleeping with me in my bedroom,how can I make him sleep alone in porch? I also want to know that is we go outside from home so if he Cry's or not ? I don't have crate..Plz suggest some idea without using crate.plzz help..

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Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on September 26th, 2017

Bruno is going to learn the behavior you are teaching him. Everyone has there owner thoughts on dogs sleeping inside vs outside. If you keep putting him in your bedroom he is learning that is where he should sleep. I am a little concerned about him sleeping outside by himself at such a young age. No matter where you live there are predators which could harm him through the night. I would try using a bathroom or utility room to keep him until he gets a little bigger/older and than try to transition him to outside. It is normal for puppies to cry for the first few nights when they are this young. You can try putting a piece of clothing you wear with Bruno or even a ticking clock to help calm him through the night. hope that helps

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