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My puppy cries and pees in her crate when I leave. What can I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Female | unspayed

My puppy does not like going in her crate when i go to work or class she cries then stops for a short while then goes back crying what can i do because i train her to go in her crate but still cries and also she pees in her crate at times o divided the cage also and she still does it even when she been in there for only short while

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Answered By Cara, DVM, cVMA

Veterinarian

Published on December 6th, 2017

I'm sorry Luna is having trouble crate training. I would try to make it as pleasant an experience as possible, such as rewarding her for going in the crate and sitting quietly. You can also put her in there during times you aren't actually leaving, and then reward her when you come back and let her out so that she knows you will always return. It may also just take some time and her getting older to be more comfortable by herself. Good luck!

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    Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

    Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

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    Thanks for using PerCoach! This is always a bit difficult as they just do not tend to like the crate. However, you can try giving her a few treats when she goes in her cage. Another thing which I have found useful is using a bit of peanut butter in one of the corners of the cage which they usually look forward to and also keeps them busy for a while as it takes them a long time to lick it and swallow it. Another thing you can try is getting one of those toys that you can put a treat inside of it to keep her entertained all day. I think this can help you with this issue. Good luck!

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