make sure she stops whining before you let her out of her crate. you don't want her to think that everytime she whines she will be let out or you'll have to deal with that forever haha. I made Luka quiet down first then i would proceed to let him out. Now he goes to his crate when he sees me grab my stuff (keys, purse, etc.) without a word. And when i get home he patiently waits for me to let him out. However, i like other members let Luka have atleast an hour of play time in the morning. It sucked at first having to get up much earlier but he needs the exercise and stimulation.