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How to comfort a 7-week puppy whining when left alone in new home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Goldendoodle | Female | spayed | 1 month and 20 days old | 35 lbs

What can I do to help my 7 week old puppy adjust to being in her new home? She whines and howls whenever she is left alone for more than two seconds. I just want to know what I can do to help her.

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Answered By Sarah Derksen, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 19th, 2017

Hi. This is very common in puppies. As she gets older it will get better. Offer her a favorite toy, blanket, etc to see if that helps. Maybe a crate...small and comfy, would comfort her when you're away

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