{"id":4732,"date":"2022-10-03T22:08:14","date_gmt":"2022-10-03T22:08:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/notabully.org\/?p=4732"},"modified":"2023-11-11T20:50:04","modified_gmt":"2023-11-11T20:50:04","slug":"why-does-my-dog-whine-while-carrying-a-toy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/notabully.org\/why-does-my-dog-whine-while-carrying-a-toy\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Does My Dog Whine\/Cry While Carrying A Toy?"},"content":{"rendered":"

When your pet whines or cries it can be a little alarming.\u00a0 You’re not always sure what the problem is, so you can’t give them what they need immediately.\u00a0 Have you ever noticed that your dog cries whenever they pick up a particular toy?\u00a0 You might be a little curious and even worried as to why this happens and ask yourself;<\/p>\n

Why does my dog whine\/cry while carrying a toy?<\/p>\n

There are a surprising number of reasons why dogs whine when carrying toys in their mouths.\u00a0 Dogs might whine because they’re excited and or they want to play.\u00a0 Your dog could also whine because they want attention, they’re being possessive, or they could even have some dental issues!<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are so many reasons why your pooch whines with a toy in its mouth!\u00a0 Some of them are concerning while others are just plain cute.\u00a0 We’ll discuss each reason in detail while also offering some solutions to the crying.<\/p>\n\n

8 Reasons Why Your Dog Cries While Carrying A Toy<\/h2>\n

While you might be a little annoyed with your dog for all the whining, it’s important to consider why they’re whining.<\/p>\n

Dogs can’t speak to us with words.\u00a0 Your furry friends can’t just tell you, “I’m hungry.”\u00a0 Instead, they might choose to nudge you, bark at you or jump on you when they’re past meal time.\u00a0 \u00a0Dogs growl, bark, whimper, and whine as a way to communicate something to the people and dogs around them.<\/p>\n

Next time you wonder, “why is my dog whining with a toy in its mouth,” remember that they are trying to tell you something!\u00a0 Although whining can quickly get excessive, if you can figure out the cause, you should be able to stop or at least reduce the sounds.<\/p>\n

Here are some things to explain why your pup whines while carrying a toy.<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0They Want Attention<\/h3>\n

One reason why your dog might whine when they grab a toy is pretty simple, they want attention.<\/p>\n

When dogs whine, they’re communicating.\u00a0 One reason dogs whine is to get their owner’s attention!\u00a0 There’s no way you’ll ignore your dog if they’re whining.\u00a0 You’ll either choose to comfort them or to discipline them.\u00a0 Of course, it’s not ideal for you to give your dog attention when they whine.\u00a0 Instead, its probably best that you ignore your dog when they whine with a toy in their mouth.\u00a0 If you want the behavior to stop, you can’t encourage it with positive attention.\u00a0 We’ll discuss that idea more in just a second.<\/p>\n

2. They’re Excited<\/h3>\n

One of the most exciting times of day for your dog is the moment that they get to play!\u00a0 Whether that means a run in the backyard, a game of fetch, or tug o war with their favorite toy, they’re ready!<\/p>\n

Many dogs whine when they’re excited.\u00a0 German Shepherds, for example, are a breed of dog that whines when they’re excited.\u00a0 While there are other reasons these dogs whine<\/a>, sometimes, they’re just expressing themselves.<\/p>\n

In the same way that a kid might bounce up when they’re excited, a dog might whine.\u00a0 Sometimes they can’t help it.\u00a0 If there aren’t any other concerning behaviors accompanying the whining, this might be a situation where you don’t need to do much.\u00a0 It’s a healthy thing for your dog to be able to communicate excitement to you.<\/p>\n

3. You’re Encouraging The Behavior<\/h3>\n

Another reason your dog always whines when carrying a toy in its mouth is that you could be encouraging the behavior.<\/p>\n

I’m going to paint a picture for you.\u00a0 Imagine it’s early in the morning, you’re sleeping in, your alarm hasn’t gone off yet, and all of a sudden you hear a loud whining sound.\u00a0 \u00a0Naturally, you wake up and notice your dog is staring at you and whining.\u00a0 So, what do you do?<\/p>\n

If you’re the type of person who gets up and gives your dog what they need, you’re encouraging the whining.\u00a0 While there might be other more important reasons why your dog whines in the morning<\/a>, it’s not a good idea to reward their crying.<\/p>\n

This scenario is also true for a dog whining with a toy in its mouth.\u00a0 If your dog comes up to you with a toy and whines, you might give them cuddles or start to play with them!\u00a0 So, in their minds, they think that whining with a toy means it’s playtime.\u00a0 You can see how it could get confusing for a pup.\u00a0 If they associate whining with getting what they want, they’re going to keep doing it.<\/p>\n

If you’re encouraging the whining the best thing that you can do is to stop engaging with your dog when they’re whining and want to play.\u00a0 Wait for a minute, once they’ve calmed down, you should be able to reward their good behavior with playtime!<\/p>\n

4. They Want To Play<\/h3>\n

Dogs love to play! We know this!<\/p>\n

But, how does your dog tell you they want to play?\u00a0 They might run up to you with a toy and drop it at your feet.\u00a0 This technique might not work out unless you’re already paying attention to your furry friend.\u00a0 If you’re distracted by something else like the TV, they might resort to making a loud noise and crying out.<\/p>\n

Even though it’s annoying, this is how your dog tells you they’re ready to play when you’re not paying attention to them.\u00a0 What’s the best way to avoid this kind of whining?\u00a0 As soon as your dog gets their toy out you can try to play with them before they get the chance to whine. Or, you can initiate playtime with them yourself!\u00a0 Once playtime is over, if they’re still whining while carrying their toy, you should just ignore them and let them know that’s not the best way to get you to play!<\/p>\n

The last four reasons your dog might very with a toy are a little more specific, so keep reading if you haven’t found your answer yet.<\/p>\n

5. They Want To Bury The Toy But They Can’t<\/h3>\n

One of the funniest things dogs like to do with toys is to bury them!<\/p>\n

Digging and burying are instinctual behaviors for dogs!\u00a0 Some dogs will try to bury things in strange places.\u00a0 These instincts are one of the reasons why dogs scratch the carpet<\/a> and one of the reasons your pup might be upset that they can’t bury their toy!<\/p>\n

So why would a dog even want to bury a toy?<\/p>\n

Dogs will try to bury anything that they find valuable.\u00a0 Dogs love to bury things that they want to hide, protect, or keep secret.\u00a0 It’s sort of like a hidden candy stache, but underground.\u00a0 As gross as it sounds, my dog used to bury his raw chicken in the backyard!\u00a0 While he was looking for a spot to bury it, he would sometimes whine.<\/p>\n

When dogs find something like a toy valuable and they want to bury it, but they can’t, they might whine.\u00a0 Observe your dog, if they are running from room to room with the toy while whining, they could be looking for a place to hide it.<\/p>\n

Because this behavior is instinctual, it can be hard to fix.\u00a0 Some people help correct digging-related behaviors by providing their dogs with a personal sandbox!\u00a0 You can teach your do that this zone is a digging safe zone and a place where they can bury anything they want!<\/p>\n

6. They Might Have Dental Issues<\/h3>\n

If your dog cries when they grab their toy or when you play tug of war with them, they could also be facing some challenges with their teeth! Usually, teeth issues are present in very young or very old dogs, but dogs of all ages can suffer from dental pain.<\/p>\n

Here are two reasons your dog’s teeth might make them cry or whine while they carry a toy.<\/p>\n

Teething Puppies<\/h4>\n

Puppies have baby and adult teeth just like we do!\u00a0 Puppies are born with small sharp shark-like teeth.\u00a0 After a few months, these teeth fall out and are replaced by stronger and more durable adult teeth!<\/p>\n

Teething is a painful process.\u00a0 Babies cry a lot while they’re teething.\u00a0 Even when babies are actively chewing on a teething toy, they still might be crying.\u00a0 For the same reason, a puppy might whine while they chew on a toy!\u00a0 Even though chewing and hiding a toy in their mouths might relieve pain, it will still be bothersome!<\/p>\n

Puppies don’t teeth forever, and just like humans, they’ll soon grow out of it.\u00a0 If this is your scenario, hang in there are know it’s only a phase!\u00a0 Puppies also whine more in general than adult dogs do.\u00a0 This video will give you some tips and tricks to stop your puppy from whining.<\/p>\n