Why Crate Train?
Advantages of crate training.. So why crate train? Crate training has a lot of advantages, to both dog and owner. • Helps with housebreaking by keeping the puppy in a confined space until ready to go outside • Gives dog a safe place of refuge (ie, away from kids sometimes) • Protects house from damage when pet is left alone • Reduce separation anxiety when you are away • Keeps dog from wandering and getting into trouble at night • Makes travel easier, both in car or by plane, since dog has his familiar “home” with him For most of us, it is really about peace of mind at home. You can’t keep a dog locked in a crate 10 hours a day, but if you are going to the store for a few hours, a young dog left in a crate is a much better idea that a young dog running amuck in your apartment. When done correctly, the crate is a positive experience for you and the dog — it is not a place of punishment. Keep some dog toys in there and something soft to sleep on — we used to just say “go to your crate”
