Is your puppy keeping you up all night with its barking? Are you starting to wonder if getting a puppy was a good idea? Maybe you’re asking yourself, “Will this ever stop?” or “How do I get my puppy to stop barking?”
Puppies are undeniably adorable, but the reality of constant barking can quickly turn excitement into frustration. My wife, Abigail, and I recently welcomed a new puppy into our home, a sweet little girl we named Violet. Even though she was the quiet one of her litter, we soon discovered that no puppy is immune to nighttime barking.
Living in an apartment complex, we were thrilled that Violet seemed like the perfect fit—quiet and considerate of the neighbors. But our expectations were shattered just minutes after we left the breeder's home. Violet began to whine, and that whine quickly turned into a persistent, ear-piercing bark.
In those moments of doubt, it’s easy to question whether getting a puppy was the right choice. But the good news is that as frustrating as it ...