What To Do When a Dog Whines for Attention

Dogs rarely whine for no reason. If your dog is vocalizing all the time, the first step is to figure out why

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Dr. Kate Mornement Phd, CAAB
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What can you do with a dog that is constantly whining for attention?
If your dog’s attention-seeking whining is driving you crazy, consider teaching them quieter ways to ask for attention—like putting their head on your leg—instead. instead. Credit: AleksandarNakic | Getty Images
If you’re living with a dog who is constantly whining for attention, you’re not alone. Many loving and attentive dog guardians find this behavior frustrating, especially when it feels relentless. The good news is that when you understand why your dog is whining, and how the behavior developed, you’re in a much better position to respond in a way that is kind, effective, and supportive of your dog’s wellbeing and your relationship.
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Dr. Kate Mornement Phd, CAAB
Dr. Kate Mornement Phd, CAAB
Dr. Kate Mornement is a Ph.D. qualified, Board Certified Applied Animal Behaviourist (CAAB) through the Animal Behavior Society. She has devoted the past two decades to sharing her expertise through her consulting business Pets Behaving Badly and she recently founded Pet Behaviour Academy; an online education platform for pet owners and pet industry professionals. In her role as a consultant, Kate has had the privilege of educating and advising pet parents, pet professionals, industry groups and local government. She also enjoys sharing her knowledge across various forms of media as a pet writer and media spokesperson. Kate appeared in the three-part Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) docu-series "A Dog's World" as a subject matter expert and is a sought-after speaker at major pet events, expos, and conferences. She has also worked as an expert witness in dangerous and menacing dog cases since 2010.

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