Dog Training: Purchasing a crate - Part 4

Crate training dog


Hey Dog loving Friend,


Where should I put the crate?

You know that dogs are social animals.

Place the crate in an area where the family spends a lot of time, like the kitchen, family room, etc.

TIP: The top of the crate can serve as extra shelf or table space.

At night, move your puppy's crate into your bedroom so you can hear him if he needs to go out.

Crates can be purchased at pet stores, department stores, and from pet supply catalogs:

• Look for a wire crate that includes a removable metal floor pan
• Plastic crates can also be used, some dogs will chew the plastic
• For your dog's comfort, look for one with a smooth floor
• Purchase crate large enough for your pet to stretch out on its side and to sit or stand erect

If you have a puppy, it's more economical to buy a wire crate that will accommodate him as an adult, then partition it to the right size:

• A movable wire or pegboard partition can be made or purchased
• Too large a crate can undermine housebreaking because your pet may eliminate at one end of the crate and lie down at the other
• For bedding, use an old blanket or buy a washable crate pad
• Depending on size and construction, a new crate may cost $40 - 150

This is a bargain compared to the cost of replacing a sofa, woodwork, or carpeting.

Enjoy and have fun, I'll reveal some worthwhile reading in the next issue that wraps it all up for you...stay tuned.

Crate training dog...success made easy!