It is easier to crate train your therapy dog than you might think. Dogs, foxes, coyotes, wolves - all like to use a den for sleeping and caring for their young. Your therapy dog is no different. If you introduce your dog to crate training correctly he will feel secure in his crate. It quickly becomes a place to go for peace and quiet, a place he can go to get away from noise and stress. It should be respected as such. If you have children teach them to leave the dog alone when he is in his crate.
What is a crate? It is a container made of wire, plastic or mesh and comes in all sizes from the very small to large enough for the giant breeds!
Which is the right size for your dog? Your dog should be able to stand in the crate and have enough room so that his back doesn't touch the …show more content…
Crates can be found at pet stores, online pet catalogs, department stores... just about any place that caters to animals.
Why should you use a crate? There are a number of reasons to crate or, if you prefer, kennel your dog. It will keep him safe when you aren't around. You will have peace of mind knowing your dog isn't getting into trouble or wreaking things in the home. House training is much easier. It is familiar to him if he goes to an unfamiliar place or travels with you. If you have an accident on the road, a crated dog is less likely to get loose or be flung from one part of the car to another.
How do you crate train your dog? Slowly, carefully and with kindness. Begin by making sure the door to the crate will not shut. Either remove it or tie it back so the entrance to the crate is open. If you have a young pup you can feed him in the crate but because dogs are messy drinkers don't leave a water bowl in the crate. Pad the bottom with soft bedding or, for housetraining purposes, paper. Be sure to take your pup outside for elimination as soon as he has finished eating and as soon as he wakes up since puppies will eliminate soon after eating and
What is a crate? It is a container made of wire, plastic or mesh and comes in all sizes from the very small to large enough for the giant breeds!
Which is the right size for your dog? Your dog should be able to stand in the crate and have enough room so that his back doesn't touch the …show more content…
Crates can be found at pet stores, online pet catalogs, department stores... just about any place that caters to animals.
Why should you use a crate? There are a number of reasons to crate or, if you prefer, kennel your dog. It will keep him safe when you aren't around. You will have peace of mind knowing your dog isn't getting into trouble or wreaking things in the home. House training is much easier. It is familiar to him if he goes to an unfamiliar place or travels with you. If you have an accident on the road, a crated dog is less likely to get loose or be flung from one part of the car to another.
How do you crate train your dog? Slowly, carefully and with kindness. Begin by making sure the door to the crate will not shut. Either remove it or tie it back so the entrance to the crate is open. If you have a young pup you can feed him in the crate but because dogs are messy drinkers don't leave a water bowl in the crate. Pad the bottom with soft bedding or, for housetraining purposes, paper. Be sure to take your pup outside for elimination as soon as he has finished eating and as soon as he wakes up since puppies will eliminate soon after eating and