Scratching or whining is your dog’s way to get what he wants, which is to come into the house. If you let him in when he whines or scratches, he will do it over and over because he has discovered “how the door works.” He learns, “I scratch, the door opens.”

This habit can be irritating, particularly if you have guests. We can teach your dog to sit quietly outside, even with the door open, during those times when he is not invited in.

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