QuestionI recently got a 4-5 weeks old female pit bull terrier and she cries at night and sleep soundly during the day that driving my family crazy.Is there anything we can do to make this situation better for both the family and the pup?
AnswerHer schedule is basically flipped, and you will need to adjust it to what works best for you and your family.
She is very young to be away from her mother. She is also having separation anxiety from being away from her littermates. Is she properly weaned? All puppies should be 8-12 weeks of age before they go to their new home.
A few things for you to do are keep her awake during the day by playing and stimulating her. This will take time and effort on your part. That way when nighttime comes, she will be tired enough to sleep through the night.
She may also be crying at night because she is cold. Puppies huddle to keep their warmth together. Make sure she has sufficient bedding to sleep on, which should be changed frequently.
