Crate Training Your Dog Benefits You And Your Dog Year After Year

Crate training your dog is not, and should never be seen as, a way to punish your dog.

Crate training is appropriate for most dogs. Crate training a dog is a wonderful way to give your furry friend a safe place to go when he is tired, when you cannot be with him, and will save your carpet and your house for many year. Crates, kennels, cages have become the modern age answer to the doghouse. Crate training can be fun for the puppy if you make it a POSITIVE experience. Crate training can be an efficient and effective way to house train your dog. Crate training also helps teach your dog to have bladder and bowel control. Crate training your dog provides them with a profound sense of security. Crates come in every size, shape, material, and color.

Den DNA

Dogs have a very strong "den" instinct. Dogs are by nature den creatures. The dog crate, properly introduced, becomes your puppy den. The Den is an integral part of the wild dog upbringing and safety zone. The crate helps to satisfy the den instinct inherited from his den-dwelling ancestors and relatives. If a crate is properly introduced to a dog (or puppy) the dog will grow to think of the crate as a safe haven. Most puppies will not soil their "den. Your dog can enjoy the security and privacy of den of his own to which he can retreat when tired or stressed. Your dog will grow up a little more confident if they know that they have a safe place to go to when the world becomes too much for them to handle. Ultimately, a crate is to serve to replicate the sense of a den.

Have patience and faith. Crate training your dog is the right decision. The peace of mind and the enhanced dog safety that crate training your dog will provide is priceless. We all know that the reasons to coach your dog are countless and crate training your dog is crucial among them.

Doggie Elimination and Potty Training

Dogs do not like to soil their sleeping quarters if given adequate opportunity to eliminate elsewhere. Short term confinement to a crate is intended to inhibit your dog from eliminating when confined so that she will want to eliminate when released and taken outside with you. Keep in mind also that your puppy does not know what is expected and must be shown the proper place to eliminate and when.
Reminder: During housebreaking DO NOT allow the pup outside to eliminate alone or let them loose in the yard. The key to house training is to establish a routine that increases the chances that your dog will eliminate in the right place in your presence so that he or she can be praised and rewarded. This decreases the chances that your dog will eliminate in the wrong place so that he or she will not develop bad habits.

If you are considering crate training your dog and are looking for a the right crate then do your homework. Most wire crates have an adjustable divider so you can adjust the divider as the dog grows. There are many types of crates available. I recommend a simple wire crate which will serve you well for a couple of years depending on the breed of dog you have. Have patience and faith, crate training your dog is the right decision. The peace of mind and the enhanced dog safety that crate training your dog will provide is priceless. We all know that the reasons to coach your dog are countless and Crate Training Your Dog is crucial one among them.

Remember;

“She is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are her life, her love, her leader. She will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of her heart. You owe it to her to be worthy of such devotion.” ~~Unknown

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Training Your Puppy - The First Steps

Dog training can be both very enjoyable or very aggravating. What I try to focus on is the enjoyable part of training. If you know the basics and follow them, training your puppy will be an enjoyable experience for you and your puppy.

The first step in training should be to crate train your puppy. I have found that crate training has many benefits. The first benefit is that because of a puppy's natural instinct not to soil his living area, there shouldn't be any accidents in their crate. This will help tremendously in housebreaking. Just remember a puppy can only hold his bladder for so long, so don't keep him in there for more than a few hours at a time unless it is bedtime. It might take a little time for your puppy to get used to his crate.

Let him know it is a nice place to be not a punishment spot. Feed him a few meals in his crate with the door open. After about 1 week close the door while he eats, this should make the crate seem like a reward place for him. After a week with the door closed put his food bowl wherever you planned on feeding him. We have a boxer puppy that we did this with and now any time we grab a treat she runs right to her crate. Just make sure you get the right size crate for your puppy.

The next step should be house training. Always take your puppy out after eating, drinking or sleeping. Praise him and give him a treat when he does go outside. Watch for the signs that he's getting ready to go. One key sign is when he is sniffing and walking around in circles. This is telling you that he's trying to find his scent on where to go potty. If you see him doing this just grab him and take him outside to the spot you want him to go. Accidents are bound to happen, have patience but never punish your puppy for going inside. He won't understand why he's being punished, he'll just think going potty is what your punishing him for. Find a cleaner that gets rid of scents, you can find these at most pet supply stores. With patience your puppy will be trained in no time.

To me, crate training and house breaking are the two most important steps in training your puppy. After these you can work on sit, stay, heel and all the other commands. One other important factor in early training is finding a training class. I like a class that has 6-8 dogs in it. I have found that a smaller class has less distractions and because of that it will be easier to train your puppy. See if your trainer offers play groups. This is a great way for your puppy to learn valuable social skills with other dogs. Just remember to have patience but more importantly have fun.

Ron Johnson researches and investigates different dog training techniques. You can find more ideas by visiting my blog, Ron's dog training tips: http://rj-dogtrainingtips.blogspot.com/

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Training Your Puppy - The First Steps

Dog training can be both very enjoyable or very aggravating. What I try to focus on is the enjoyable part of training. If you know the basics and follow them, training your puppy will be an enjoyable experience for you and your puppy.

The first step in training should be crate training your puppy. I have found that crate training has many benefits. The first benefit is that because of a puppy's natural instinct not to soil his living area, there shouldn't be any accidents in their crate. This will help tremendously in housebreaking. Just remember a puppy can only hold his bladder for so long, so don't keep him in there for more than a few hours at a time unless it is bedtime. It might take a little time for your puppy to get used to his crate.

Let him know it is a nice place to be not a punishment spot. Feed him a few meals in his crate with the door open. After about 1 week close the door while he eats, this should make the crate seem like a reward place for him. After a week with the door closed put his food bowl wherever you planned on feeding him. We have a boxer puppy that we did this with and now any time we grab a treat she runs right to her crate. Just make sure you get the right size crate for your puppy.

The next step should be house training. Always take your puppy out after eating, drinking or sleeping. Praise him and give him a treat when he does go outside. Watch for the signs that he's getting ready to go. One key sign is when he is sniffing and walking around in circles. This is telling you that he's trying to find his scent on where to go potty. If you see him doing this just grab him and take him outside to the spot you want him to go. Accidents are bound to happen, have patience but never punish your puppy for going inside. He won't understand why he's being punished, he'll just think going potty is what your punishing him for. Find a cleaner that gets rid of scents, you can find these at most pet supply stores. With patience your puppy will be trained in no time.

To me, crate training and house breaking are the two most important steps in training your puppy. After these you can work on sit, stay, heel and all the other commands. One other important factor in early training is finding a training class. I like a class that has 6-8 dogs in it. I have found that a smaller class has less distractions and because of that it will be easier to train your puppy. See if your trainer offers play groups. This is a great way for your puppy to learn valuable social skills with other dogs. Just remember to have patience but more importantly have fun.

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Ron Johnson researches and investigates different dog training techniques. You can find more ideas by visiting my blog, Ron's dog training tips: rj-dogtrainingtips.blogspot.com/

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Using Dog Crates To Reign In Puppy Power

Puppies are among the most lovable animals on the planet with their soft fur, short wagging tails, and those adorable puppy dog eyes. Any family who takes in one of these enchanting creatures knows that the amount of joy they bring comes with an equal amount of responsibility, and a small amount of terror. While there are numerous resources for training a new puppy, there are very few for how to handle it in the interim.

The first thing to focus on is what to do with the puppy while the family is asleep or out for the day. Very few people are willing to allow the puppy to roam free during this time as they are not house trained and they enjoy chewing on everything they can get their mouths on. Instead, many have opted to lock the puppy inside the bathroom, but this can lead to its own mess, and separates the dog from any other animals, as well as the main rooms it will be living in.

As an alternative, the use of dog crates allows the puppy to stay in the living room, kitchen, or other main room so that it can become accustomed to its surroundings and any other animals that may be in the house. This will make introductions easier later on, but the use of a crate comes with a few small caveats. The first and foremost being the use of a crate as the puppies only home.

Dogs are naturally pack animals, as such, dog health is directly related to the interaction a dog has with its family. If a dog is left in a cage, bathroom, or any other enclosed space without any interaction, it will become ill and may eventually die. Due to this, any use of an enclosed space must be limited to the period of time that the family is away; as soon as a member of the family returns, the puppy should be removed from the enclosed space and either trained or played with.

Secondly, the purchase of a dog crate should allow plenty of room for the puppy to roam around and grow into. Without this additional space, the puppy may become lethargic and loose muscle mass, a very dangerous situation for the dog's health. Loyal dogs are created by loved puppies that understand discipline and have a keen sense of pack (family) and home.

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Crate Training my Dog

We receive the question, "Should I crate train my dog" on numerous occasions. While some don't recommend the use of a dog crate, we here at Training Your Dog Tips is a highly effective tool in housebreaking your puppy or dog.

The use of a crate is an effective housebreaking tool for it takes advantage of the dog's natural reluctance to relieve itself in its sleeping place. It can also be helpful in reducing separation anxiety, preventing destructive behavior (dog chewing furniture), as well as keeping your puppy or dog away from potentially dangerous household items, such as electrical wires, poisons, etc.

Crate Training Dogs

Training your dog for the crate is very beneficial for your dog and for you. It's a safe and comfortable space for your dog, actually it is less stressful for your dog. It gives your dog a space of his own so he can relax and give you a little time to relax too, knowing that he is safe and comfortable.

When training your dog, you should never force it, gradually introduce your dog to the crate and let him know it's not punishment or a way to seclude him. It's a place to keep him safe when you are not home, as well a place of his own. It's very beneficial for when your dog has surgery or you need to travel.

Crate training dogs isn't a form of cruelty, even though some people might view it that way. This is a very important step for your dog to learn. When done properly, it provides safety and someplace comfortable for him to retreat to and is a very valuable training tool. Training is most favored when in your dog is young, but isn't necessary.

Crate training dogs can be done in many ways and styles, but the most important thing to remember is to always us positive reinforcement. You can start by introducing your dog to the crate by saying to him "kennel" and let him get into the crate on his own, never push. The goal here is to have him feel comfortable. You can try and put treats in the crate, and placing a soft blanket in the crate also. Speak to him in a happy voice, keep it positive.

When he feels comfortable and gets used to entering the crate on his own, you can put his food dish inside close to the opening, and in time gradually place the dish further in the crate, and eventually you can close the door while he eats. At this time you will be able to have him stay in the crate in short periods of time while you are home, and longer periods of time alone.

Make sure you put him in the crate about 15 to 20 minutes before you leave, and to have him also in the crate when you are home. This will keep him from thinking that by going into the crate, that you are leaving him, which can cause anxiety.

For keeping your dog from feeling isolated at night, you can place his crate in your bedroom or just outside your door. And then when he starts to sleep through the night, and this does not cause anxiety or any problems, you can put the crate in the spot you want. Don't worry if this takes a little time, every dog is different and learn at their own pace.

So using a crate for your dog is a great way to strengthen your relationship and to let your dog feel comfortable and safe. And safe and happy is what is most important.

Tips on crate training dogs to become the best, techniques to train your dog in becoming positive stimulus reinforcers. Read online manual on dog training or find a service or schools that would seminar you to train your own dog that specializes in anything like protection or herding. You can visit: http://www.cratetrainingdogs.net/

One last thing...

I mentioned in crate training that it's a dog's natural reluctance to relieve itself in its sleeping place. Just because your puppy or dog didn't eliminate while inside their crate, it doesn't mean that they will not eliminate when you let them out. As soon as you let your pup or dog out, put on their leash and take them outside!!

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Crate Training Your Puppy

Crate training your puppy can be very beneficial to you and your puppy. Many people mistake the crate as being a place to punish the puppy, when actually this is the safest spot for the puppy to go once the puppy gets used to it.

If you have a crate and leave it open, your puppy will start to go to it when he gets sleepy or when he gets confused. Although puppies tend to like crates, you shouldn't overuse one by allowing him to spend hours at a time inside of one.

Once you puppy gets used to being in the crate at any given time, you can leave him in there for a couple of hours at a time. One example would be if you were not home, you could keep your puppy in the crate, which will also aid in the puppy not destroying the house.

So if you are planning on buying or getting a puppy, you should have already invested in a crate. This is to assure that the puppy knows exactly where it is when you first introduce the puppy into your home. The best places to place your crate are anywhere there is not heavy traffic, such as right in front of a bathroom.

Now that you have the puppy home for the first time you should have the door to the crate open. You want the puppy to familiarize himself with the crate as soon as possible, it can also help to put puppy toys or even a dog treat to lure the puppy inside. Make sure you reward the puppy when it enters the crate for the first time.

Before you know it your puppy will start to go into the crate on their own, this is a sign that they have a great amount of trust for the crate. When this happens you should praise the puppy and reward it as it is almost completely crate trained.

After a while, you can shut the door and see how he reacts. If he starts to whine, you can talk to him and put your fingers through the door, although you should never immediately take him out - instead wait for him to settle down.

When your puppy is fully crate trained there are many uses for the crate. If you are planning on having family or guests over, or if you plan on leaving the house for a couple of hours you can put the puppy in the crate. If the puppy is fully crate trained he will not have a problem laying around in the crate until you open the door.

Crate Training Your Puppy By John Rolly

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John Rolly has been training dogs for over 15 years. If you would like some more information on the how to potty train puppies, you can visit the authors site, easiest way to potty train a puppy.

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5 Phases to Crate Train for Dog Behavior Modification

Crate training a pet is inherent for dog behavior modification ...So, you must first appreciate the function of the crate. The purpose of the crate IS NOT for discipline. If you suitably crate train a pet, he will feel it as his "sanctuary" and will be happy to spend time there when required.

1. The first item you want to do when you crate train a pet is set the crate in an area of your home where the family spends a lot of time, such as the living room. Make sure you put a cozy blanket or towel in the crate.

2. Afterward, guide your dog beside the crate and speak to him in a joyful tone of voice. Make sure the door to the crate is accessible. For dog behavior modification, encourage your dog to enter the crate with food snacks near it and right inside the crate (around the door) and lastly all the way inside the crate. Do not strong arm your dog inside the crate. If he doesn't desire to go...it is okay. Continue to throw treats inside the crate until the dog walks calmly completely in to the crate to get the goodies. If food doesn't do the job, try using a cherished toy. Utilize your body to close the opening, after your dog goes in the crate.

3. Repeat number 2, instead of obstructing the door with your body, fasten the door to the crate.

4. Fix a appetizing chew toy (by filling it with peanut butter or cream cheese), escort your pet into the crate. While he is in the crate, supply him the chew toy and shut the door. While your pet is absorbed in chewing, get up and ramble around the house, occasionally going outside. Release your pet from the crate before he finishes chewing (or before he wakes if he's been dozing off) but just if he is unexcited.

5. Praise your pet once he is in the crate, but don't applaud him as he is coming out of his crate. This teaches him that being in the crate is favorable and pleasant, while coming out is indistinguishable. Also, don't make a huge display while showing him in or fetching him out, thus he will identify it as no huge deal.

Dog behavior modification originates with you, the loyal pet owner. Crate training is just one stage of thousands to keep your dog happy and healthy.

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M.B. Bryce has owned dogs for over three decades. They are a firm believer in obedient dogs and support a positive method to training. Stop by 5 Easy Steps to Crate Training for your FREE 6 day MINI COURSE on Dog Behavior Modification.

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How to use Dog Crates and Crate Training

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Crate Training Dogs - How to Crate Train the Adult Rescue Dog

When it comes to crate training dogs, puppies are by far the easiest to train, as they are young they learn and adapt faster. At times, it is necessary to train an adult dog to use a crate. Most often these will be adult dogs that have been rescued from a shelter and have never learned the difference between indoors and outdoors when it comes to relieving themselves.

NOTE: Not all dogs can be crate trained; some will panic and could injure themselves.

When it's not a crisis and you have the time to dedicate to the process most dogs can be crate trained. To start this process you want to leave to door of the crate open, possibly put in some padding (if the dog is not a chewer). With the door open, start giving your dog some treats, let them have some meals in there as well, anything to reassure them that this is a happy place. Never overdo the length of time you have the dog in there, when they are ready to leave, let them. In the beginning their trust will be fragile and will be hard to regain once lost. Once the dog is happy and comfortable with the open door crate it is time to start closing the door, BRIEFLY, with the same types of positive reinforcement going on. Stay in the room for now until the comfort level is there, then you may start leaving the room…again…BRIEFLY to start. Once this comfort level is good you increase the periods you are gone for until you reach the time period you require.

As you can see when crate training dogs especially if an adult you must be patient and understanding, you don't want to push the animal or you may end up doing more harm than good. In the event that a crate is just not going to work, you may want to try a small area in the kitchen boarded off using baby gates.

For more information on house training see my article House Training Puppies, for basic dog obedience read my article, Dogs Obedience Training.

Feel free to drop by my site The Obedient K-9 for great information on house training, obedience training, as well as stopping barking, biting and digging

About the Author - Adrian Van Drunen is an avid animal lover. He has experience with animals ranging from dogs and cats to degus, reptiles and ferrets. His love of animals, specifically dogs, is the reason for his writing; he wants to share his knowledge of dog training with the world.

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