Pens or chains?
We believe that puppies (like children) need to have areas where they can play etc safely (particularly when not supervised). And we feel that the use of suitable pens (eg made from wire netting, wire mesh, etc) are most suitable. Puppies can get into all kinds of ‘mischief’, particularly with the chewing of unsuitable items etc (eg plants, garden hoses, etc) when they are not being supervised. Puppies also require a reasonable amount of rest and sleep, and we have found that the pups will normally go back into their pens to rest or sleep, as the pens may also provide them with security or safety. So, we suggest that puppies (particularly when not being supervised) be placed in ‘puppy safe’ areas, such as a suitable pen etc. And a pen can be easily constructed (eg wire netting and some steel posts), and can be as elaborate and/or as permanent as is desired. As the puppy gets older and matures, the need for use of a pen will probably diminish. But this may also be dependant on (for exam
