Can anyone offer me some advice?

hi sharra! well that is weird alright. but i dunno, i haven't noticed that with our dog. usually when our dog is depressed, hugging him and patting him for a while would do the trick. or our dog would want to sit on my lap. other than that, he would be okay. but i am not sure. maybe it is something internal for your dog? he is feeling some discomforts and of course, he doesn't know how to express it hence the problem and all the whimpering. can't he have an x-ray? hoping for the best for you. take care and God bless you!

Have you ever noticed how dumb some responses to a good topic are? I often read responses first so I don't repeat someone else. On this one I see at least two people who don't even bother answering your question at all, and one newbie who thought he could copy someone else's post for his own. Now, back on topic here... My german shepherd did this for awhile due to fear of a storm we had. My vet actually advised us to distract him when he did this. Sometimes a sound will trigger a dog's memory of what scared them. Mine was scared of thunder. Yours of the drum - maybe a noise locally or on TV reminds him of this. What I would do with my shepherd is to start playing with him with his ball when he got scared. It took his mind off it, and didn't "reinforce" the behavior by babying him. If your dog shows no signs of sickness this could be the problem. Its worth a try anyway. Good luck with your pet.

Although dogs obviously can't communicate with us in words, this is definitely a clear indication that something just isn't quite right. Is there any chance of getting his head x-rayed? I am actually quite surprised at the Vet's comments because telling you that his nose is out of joint doesn't really help any does it?? I have looked online for any possible explanations but can't seem to find any at all. I would definitely try to get an x-ray or a second opinion sharra as the poor little fellow is definitely trying to tell you something is wrong here and the Vet's advice over the phone just doesn't cut it.

I am just as puzzled as you...I wonder what is wrong. But if the vet says it is not a cause of worry, I think you should not worry. Maybe he just wants to be petted. If you really want to be at peace, I think you must take the pooch to the vet for a thorough check. I hope your dog gets back to normal soon. Cheers and happy mylotting

I think dogs can not act because they are a really frind to humans change the VET and sure your problem will get solved

Depending on how old the dog is, he may be going back to a puppy stage. But if he is sick you say have you tried warming up a warm bowl of mile for him, make sure is is not to hot, and mix about .5 ml of tylenol with the warm milk, that is if you think he is sick.

Hello Sharra1; Here's my take on the odd behavior exhibited by your dog. Sounds to me like the dog wants attention. Be it generated excitement with a favorite toy, a walk or a run in the park or just some pampering. See, my dog does this on occasion. In fact, she just did it again today. It does appear to be an odd thing from her general behavior. Dogs require same time and same days.Feeding always at the same time. They get to know and look forward to when people come home from work or school. In order to have a well rounded and content dog they need exercise, discipline and affection, in that order. Daily. Two or three times a day or more if possible. With my dog, I try to take her out for a walk, and or a play in the park at the same times of the day. Afterward we come home and play, sort of. She is made to do her tricks which requires discipline (she is being trained, ongoing) Afterward, I make her sit and hold while I prepare her a meal. This is the affection. As well as when she is made to do her tricks and does well, I also give her affection by way of praise and pats. It is a good idea to make the dog stay and hold at least 30 minutes a day to keep them in the know of where they stand in the hierarchy of the pack. The past two weeks, it has been snowing, heavily with winds up to 80 km per hour. Way too cold for our walks and paly in the park so we are trying to make up for it with playing inside. making up new games and things to do so she can still run, jump and play, for exercise. It has become challenging. She has started this strange whine out of nowhere, as you have described above. I feel that she is reaching levels of anxiousness because she is getting bored. What I have done, when the time is right for me but within minutes of her exhibiting this behavior is that I get her favorite toy and ask her if she wants to play. She lights right up and is back to herself. After I play with her for a few minutes, getting her to fetch, with a few small tugs, I go about my business and she carries on to entertain herself. Either chewing her toys and playing with them, just laying down watching the goings ons or lays down for a nap. When I haven't wanted to play I call her up onto the bed (or sit and lay on the floor) and give her a good brush which she loves. At these moments, the brush is usually concluded with long strokes which calms her down and has her relax. Since she loves her belly rubbed, I will often just rub her belly until she falls asleep. My dog eats three times a day. She usually isn't fed without first exercise and some for of discipline first, followed by the sit and hold while I prepare her meal. Be it putting kibble in the dish and placing on the flor in the dogs feeding spot or cooking for the dog. I cook for my dog. I hope this helps. The point is that she has become so bored she is getting anxious which is something she hasn't felt much since we have been together. The snow has really thrown our routine out of wack and trying to make up for it and changing her routine I think is sometimes getting the best of her. It is time consuming but owning a dog is. I do believe that your dogs nose is out of joint but for simple reasons. He is bored. Another thing that I do for my dog, that she just loves, beside a good scratch is a nice massage. Dogs love this. Rubbing the bone in the front of their chest and around the tops of their front legs will often put them to sleep as well. You have mentioned that he is clinging to you, wanted to be patted all the time. Sometimes my dog suddenly starts following me all of the place. If I am in one room she will lay down and wait. As soon as I exit she is right there, following me. She will even do this sometimes when I go to the bathroom. She does want attention and If I want my dog to remain happy I must give it to her but on my own time. Since the weather is bad and she isn't outdoors exploring as much, I am trying to give her more attention inside so to keep her stimulated. Dog need something to do. Since I am training her, this time has come in handy for the both of us. The sog doesn't require attention 24x7 but just for a few minutes. I have found that this helps a lot. I have also noticed that she will follow me everywhere because either she wants to come with me when I go out or she wants to play. Otherwise she wants so treats. Which she must do something to receive. Dogs must always work for their food. It is not free. Even just a sit or come will do. Tricks are more fun for the both of you. I hope something here helps. I am curious how you know that he does this when left alone? As in home alone when you go out? If just alone, when you are entertaining guests or doing something of your own but still in the same environment, I would again guess the dog is bored. he is telling you man, I am bored. Help. Lets do something. Throw me a stick, give me a ball. Pet me. Rub my chest, brush my fur. Experiment and see what works. I have found even just a few minutes of playing fetch or doing a few tricks, really helps curb her anxiousness. I wish I knew how old your dog was. Sounds to me he is still quite young. Very nice looking dog by the way. Beautiful. My girl is 19 mnths. I find that sometimes just picking her up and walking to the window so she can see whats going on out there helps a lot too. Here ears go up and is clear that she is getting stimulated by what she is seeing. Give the dog some stimulation but on your time. Do not reward the dog by giving him attention when he whines, otherwise he will learn that if he whines he gets attention. Take note of the whine and don't leave your reaction for longer than a few minutes but do respond to the dogs needs by giving him some sort of stimulation. Be it a groom, a toss of a ball or get him to do some of his tricks, take him for a walk. Ask him to sit and give him a treat along with a nice pat on the neck. Just some suggestions that have worked for me from my own experiences. Good Luck.

If things persist I would suggest you to visit your vet. He is the most professional person who can help you regarding this aspect. It is better to pay some vet fees than to be sorry afterward. I really hope that it is nothing serious. © ronaldinu 2008

I don't have a pet and I know nothing about dogs. The reason I don't have pets is because I don't understand what they are saying and I would be at a loss as to how they're feeling. Good luck.

He sounds like he just has anxiety about you leaving him alone. He doesn't want to be alone. Do both of you work? If so, then a companion would likely solve the problem. Then he wouldn't be so dependant on you for all of his affection and attention.

just take an advice of a doctor,give a healthy food and make him to take bathe daily.take him to walk daily and take special care and it ill be alright no need to worry more go ahead.