The Basics of Dog Cage Training &How to Crate Training

The Basics of Dog Cage Training &How to Crate Training

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Crate training is a popular way of puppy pet training today, encouraging puppies to be independent for long periods of time and keeping them safe without supervision.

Harvard research shows that training or education at an early age is most effective and has a greater impact, whether in humans or other animals.When used properly, a crate can be a favorite place to sleep and/or restful time, but leaving a puppy or dog in a puppy cage for too long can also inadvertently encourage them to use the toilet in the sleeping area, increasing the likelihood of anxiety developing problems. If you use your crate correctly, it can be an efficient toilet training tool and a comfortable nest as well

You may have seen in many videos that other dogs are so well-behaved and obey the owner's instructions. They won't turn the owner's home upside down and lie quietly in the metal crate, very cute. That seems to be its natural nest, making him so quiet and lovely.

Follow us and keep your pet willing to stay in its dog house crate instead of fear.

  1. Choose the right and comfortable indoor dog kennels for your dog

The choice of size is that the length of the cage is twice the length of the dog, which should be more suitable for the dog. But if your dog is a puppy, take into account its growth, and the cage should be purchased with reference to the dog's adult size. This can prevent the dog from changing to other dog cages and need a certain amount of adaptation time.

  1. Eliminate your dog's affright of dog crates

First of all, you can decorate a wire cages for dogs with bedding and safe dog toys, rather than a single cage that restricts its movement.Then leave the cage door open and try to let pets in to eat, sleep or play.WARNING: Never force or punish your dog with anything to get the dog into the crate.

  1. Feeding dog in cages, step by step

At first, the door of the dog cage was opened, and the dog was induced into the cage with food. Do this for about 5 days, try closing the door gently for 1-5 minutes until it's done eating. In general, it is necessary to gradually and slowly extend the time to make the puppy get used to eating, sleeping and going to the toilet in the dog cage.

  1. soothe and encourage the dog

When the dog enters the dog cage, don't forget to comfort and encourage the dog, so that the dog will be more willing to enter the cage obediently. After training in the metal cage, even if it is not closed, the dog will be very accustomed to staying in the cage.

  1. Accompany your pet

If you just let the dog stay in the dog crate alone at first, and don't accompany him. Then it must be afraid of this dog kennel no matter how luxurious it is. So sleep with him near the luxury dog crate and slowly increase the distance he can sleep peacefully over time. This trains it to stay safe in its cage later without supervision.

  The above is the basic knowledge that needs to be paid attention to in dog crate training. In addition to this knowledge, you will also need to develop a very detailed plan for eating, playing, toileting, and sleeping for your puppy pet. If you are still interested, please continue to Keep an eye on our news about crate training and unique dog crates.

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