Cages and crates for your pet

A dog cage or crate can be a valuable tool for training your pet. A cage or crate should never be used as a punishment but when used correctly it is a safe and comfortable place to be.

When you first get a new puppy you will want to have a place to leave her when you are away from home. You will want a cage where the puppy can curl up and avoid forming bad habits.

If you do not have a cage or crate and the puppy gets into trouble while you are gone, she will be confused about why you are irritated when you return home. If you come home and the puppy has torn up a blanket or chewed on your favorite pair of shoes, you will probably be angry. The puppy will not realize what the problem is and may think she is being punished for something else entirely.

Most puppies will not use their cage as a place to go potty. This is another good reason to have a cage or crate. You will not have to worry about the puppy going to the bathroom on the floor while you are not at home.

Cages are a good way to keep the puppy safe when you are working, taking a shower or doing the laundry. You can also keep your puppy safe in a cage while you are traveling. It is not a good idea to have a puppy loose in a vehicle. She may get caught under your feet or try to climb on your lap while you are driving.

You should not use a crate for punishment. Your dog should not be put in her cage for hours at a time because you are too busy to spend time with her. If you do not have time to play with your puppy and exercise her, it may not be the right time to get a puppy.

Those who work outside the home should not plan to leave a grown dog in a cage or crate for longer than eight hours. A puppy should not be left that long because she will need to go to the bathroom ever three or four hours. If you are going to be gone longer than the suggested times you may want to consider a dog walker who can take the dog or puppy out for exercise in the middle of the day.

Using a dog cage or crate can be a positive experience for your puppy if it is used correctly.

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