03/09/2026
Why Does My Puppy Cry at Night? 🌙🐾
The first few nights in a new home can be a big adjustment for a puppy.
Until now, they may have been sleeping close to their littermates in a familiar environment. Suddenly, they are surrounded by new smells, sounds, people, routines, and sleeping arrangements. A little nighttime crying during this transition can be completely normal.
Before assuming your puppy simply wants attention, consider what they might actually need. Young puppies may need a toilet break during the night, while others may be looking for reassurance as they adjust to their new surroundings.
A calm and predictable bedtime routine can help. Keep nighttime toilet trips quiet and uneventful, provide a comfortable and secure sleeping space, and avoid turning middle-of-the-night wake-ups into playtime.
Most importantly, remember that settling is something puppies learn. Some adjust quickly, while others need a little more time and reassurance.
At Ula’ree Poodles, we work on early routines and positive crate experiences to help give our puppies a strong foundation before they join their families. But moving into a completely new home is still a significant change, and patience during those first nights matters.
With consistency, reassurance, and time, your puppy can learn that nighttime is safe, predictable, and a time for rest. 🤎
This is why choosing the right breeder matters.
I support my puppy families through this.
Genevieve
Ula’ree Poodles 🐩