Crate training is an excellent way to teach your dog obedience as well as to house break a puppy.
A proper crate should be just big enough for the dog to enter and turn around in.
A crate that is too big or too small will make the dog uncomfortable and it will be more difficult to get them used to the crate.
For large breed dogs, the crate will need to be changed for a bigger one as they grow.
Dogs generally have no problem entering a crate.
Their natural instinct in the wild is to look for shelter of this type in which to sleep and seek protection.
Some dogs will try hard to escape if left inside too long or alone, but will eventually adapt to their new home.
To get the dog used to entering the crate, place a tasty treat inside.
Hardly any dog can resist the temptation of a reward even when they already know you're going to close the door behind them.
Eventually, the dog will enter the crate at the mere sight of the treat and wait for you.
In the beginning, only leave the dog in the crate for a few minutes at a time and gradually increase the time as they become accustomed to their home.
You don't want the dog to think he is being punished.
If the dog begins to panic, let him out and start over.
After the dog becomes accustomed to the crate, you can begin using a toy or a blanket instead of treats to get them inside.
When you notice the dog fidgeting or hear him crying, it's a good indication that he needs to use the bathroom.
Immediately take the dog outside and reward him after he relives himself.
It should only take a few days of this for the dog to associate going to the bathroom outside with a reward.
Dogs do not like to soil their living space and with go to great lengths to avoid making a mess in the crate.
Dogs like to be around humans, so if at all possible keep the crate near where you are.
Many people place the crate next to their beds at night so the dog isn't alone.
Remember, young dogs might not be able to hold their bladders all night long and you should take him out if you hear him crying in the night.
Never use the crate as a punishment.
The dog should associate the crate with shelter and security.
After punishing a puppy for an infraction, they will often willingly enter their crates for refuge.
Though it's not necessary, many dogs will be happy to make their crate a home for life.
Crates can be decorated to match a room's décor so they blend in.
This habit can make things easier if you need to transport the dog in the future.
A proper crate should be just big enough for the dog to enter and turn around in.
A crate that is too big or too small will make the dog uncomfortable and it will be more difficult to get them used to the crate.
For large breed dogs, the crate will need to be changed for a bigger one as they grow.
Dogs generally have no problem entering a crate.
Their natural instinct in the wild is to look for shelter of this type in which to sleep and seek protection.
Some dogs will try hard to escape if left inside too long or alone, but will eventually adapt to their new home.
To get the dog used to entering the crate, place a tasty treat inside.
Hardly any dog can resist the temptation of a reward even when they already know you're going to close the door behind them.
Eventually, the dog will enter the crate at the mere sight of the treat and wait for you.
In the beginning, only leave the dog in the crate for a few minutes at a time and gradually increase the time as they become accustomed to their home.
You don't want the dog to think he is being punished.
If the dog begins to panic, let him out and start over.
After the dog becomes accustomed to the crate, you can begin using a toy or a blanket instead of treats to get them inside.
When you notice the dog fidgeting or hear him crying, it's a good indication that he needs to use the bathroom.
Immediately take the dog outside and reward him after he relives himself.
It should only take a few days of this for the dog to associate going to the bathroom outside with a reward.
Dogs do not like to soil their living space and with go to great lengths to avoid making a mess in the crate.
Dogs like to be around humans, so if at all possible keep the crate near where you are.
Many people place the crate next to their beds at night so the dog isn't alone.
Remember, young dogs might not be able to hold their bladders all night long and you should take him out if you hear him crying in the night.
Never use the crate as a punishment.
The dog should associate the crate with shelter and security.
After punishing a puppy for an infraction, they will often willingly enter their crates for refuge.
Though it's not necessary, many dogs will be happy to make their crate a home for life.
Crates can be decorated to match a room's décor so they blend in.
This habit can make things easier if you need to transport the dog in the future.
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