What is crate training and why do we recommend it?
Crate training is the practice of putting the pup into his crate for nighttime, anytime the pup cannot be supervised and when the pup needs time-out. This insures the pup is safe when alone and will also not damage the house and furniture. It is the rare pup that does not enjoy his crate. It is his own space with water, food and toys. Once the pup has grown up and reached the “age of responsibility” and no longer has the urge to chew things, you may consider foregoing the crate if desired. We are anxious for the well-being of our pups and would be hesitant to sell to someone who is against crate training. We recommend wire crates (rather than plastic) for home usage as these offer full ventilation and view so the pup is in a more open area rather than a darkened environment in a plastic crate.
Crate training is the practice of putting the pup into his crate for nighttime, anytime the pup cannot be supervised and when the pup needs time-out. This insures the pup is safe when alone and will also not damage the house and furniture. It is the rare pup that does not enjoy his crate. It is his own space with water, food and toys. Once the pup has grown up and reached the “age of responsibility” and no longer has the urge to chew things, you may consider foregoing the crate if desired. We recommend wire crates (rather than plastic) for home usage as these offer full ventilation and view so the pup is in a more open area rather than a darkened environment in a plastic crate. The best size is the 42″ length ones so that it will still be big enough when the dog is full size.
