Crate Training Puppies

After we wean them, the crate training of puppies is probably the most important task that you have. It is very important that you trying to do this while your puppy is still young.

There are many reasons why you should do the crate training of puppies. First of all it provides them with an increased sense of security. Dogs like having their own space and boundaries. They also like having a quiet area that they can call their own. A crate provides them with all of this and more.

Some people may view a dog crate as simply a way to keep your dog locked, and from messing up the house, which may be true, but it also helps your puppy tremendously.

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Crate Size

Before you begin this type of training you must make sure that you buy the right type of dog crate. There are many different crates on the market, but the most important feature you should look for is the size.

The crate should not be so large that your puppy feels like he can urinate on one corner and safely lay in the opposite corner. Your crate should be small enough that your puppy does not want to go to the bathroom in it. This also helps your puppy feel more like that is his home and it needs to be kept clean.

One way to save money, it is to buy a large dog crate, and simply sectioned it off with boards or cardboard to keep your puppy confined to a smaller space. Although the space should be large enough to allow your dog to turn around and lay down in.

Introduction

At the beginning you should not simply just put your dog inside the crate and walk away. When it comes to the crate training of puppies, it should be done very slowly.

At the beginning simply just place the crate out in the middle of the living room so your dog gets used to its smell and explore around and inside of it.

After your dog gets used to it, put some toys inside of it and a nice blanket to encourage your dog to go inside. If your dog goes inside by itself reward him with a treat and close the door.

Initially you should only keep your dog locked up for maybe like five minutes at a time, and then after that you can slowly start expanding that time.

Whimpering in Crate

Many pet owners have problems with their dogs whimpering and the dog crate. Many owners unknowingly reinforce this behavior when they give the dog attention for doing so.

If you do find your dog is whimpering in the crate, one way to stop it is to simply block their view of you. Another thing you might consider is moving the crate into another room. Most dogs stop whimpering once they realize that you're not going to come and let them out right away.

Summary

In summary, Crate training puppies should be done while they are young. The right size of dog crate should be chosen, and you should slowly get them used to being in the crate for short periods of time.