How Do You Crate Train A Labrador Puppy?
The goal of crate training all puppies, including Labradors, is to make the crate a safe place for your dog, and one that he enjoys going to. Never use the crate as a form of punishment, and never leave your dog in the crate all day and night. Labradors, especially, need plenty of exercise. They can become depressed and anxious if left in the crate too long. When a puppy is properly trained on how to use a crate, he will think of the crate as his own space. Understand the proper use of crate training. Not all Labs will respond positively to crate training, according to 8PawsUp.com, a website that offers information on Labrador Retrievers. The more you understand about the crate, the better you will be able to work with your lab. Plan what you intend to use the crate for. Possible ways to use the crate are when you have to leave your dog alone in the house, as a housebreaking tool, when you travel in the car, as a safe place for your dog to go during the day or as a place for him to sle
