Why does my 3-month-old puppy bark constantly, especially at bedtime?

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3 month old puppy, used to never bark but now she's constantly barking. She would never bark when it would be bed time or anything like that but now she does. I tell her to stop, I clap my hands together and that doesn't seem to help. What can I do?

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately you may be encouraging her by clapping your hands. It sounds like she's barking for attention, and hand clapping or even yelling 'no' can seem like you're joining in. It is best to ignore her when she starts barking. If she's driving you crazy you can put her in a 'time out' area like a bathroom - not her crate - until she is quiet for a few seconds. Once she learns she doesn't get attention when she barks it should happen less often, so be consistent. Good luck!

Why does my 3-month-old puppy bark constantly, especially at bedtime?

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