PS: Ignore the whining, barking, begging, and the sad eyes. HE IS NOT STARVING.
However, do not ignore anxiety and panic, some dogs that have never been crated cannot tolerate it and may hurt themselves trying to get out. That’s why I suggested a doggy gate, so he can still see and hear others. Don’t put him behind a closed door, he’ll go nuts :-/
How about a raw carrot to chew on? Some dogs like them and they are low calorie. No more than 1 a day.
Not baby carrots, they are bleached and can be a choking hazard due to their size.
Take him on long walks as tolerated, a game of fetch? He may be eating out of boredom.
