How do I crate train my new puppy?
• Introduce your puppy to the crate as soon as he is brought home and as early in the day as possible. Place a variety of treats in the crate throughout the day so that your puppy is encouraged to enter voluntarily. Food, water, toys and bedding could also be offered to your puppy in the open crate. • Choose a location outdoors for your puppy to eliminate. Take your puppy to the location, wait until your puppy eliminates and reward your puppy lavishly with praise or treats. After some additional play and exercise, place your puppy in his crate with water, a toy and a treat, then close the door. • If your puppy is tired and calm, he may take a nap shortly after being placed in his crate. • Leave the room but remain close enough to hear your puppy. Escape behavior and vocalization are to be expected when a dog is first placed into his crate. If the “complaints” are short or mild, ignore your dog until the crying stops. Never release the puppy unless he is quiet. This teaches that quiet b
