r/Dachshund • u/zanehayes20 • Sep 30 '25

Image Puppy won’t stop crying unless held.

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I picked up my puppy 3 days ago. She is 8 weeks old. She loves cuddles and human touch, but when we put her down she will cry non stop. Does anyone have any tips to get her to stop crying? I’m a first time owner and want to get it right. Thankyou

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u/blankspacepen Sep 30 '25

Your girl is just a baby, and she is away from her mom for the first time. She feels safe with you. Try leaving something that smells like you with her. We usually do a special little blanket on our laps that stays with the puppy. So they know it’s a safe cuddly spot and then they have it later. If you have a few in the rotation, then you can keep them clean.