Crate training your puppy is one of the best things you can do for your puppy, it will not only create a safe haven for your pet, it will also help confine your dog quickly and easily when necessary, help him learn to go to the bathroom and can be a place your pup can go when he feels like resting.
One thing you should know is that crate should never be used as a form of punishment, training should be a fun and positive experience for both the puppy and you. Your pup may feel that you are punishing him by introducing the crate, but if he does it correctly, he will soon become accustomed to crate training and will happily follow commands.
You need to choose the right size crate for your pup, a wire crate that has a lock on it is the most popular type. The crate should be large enough so that your puppy has enough room to stand up, turn around and lie down, the crate should not be too big as this will give your pup too much room to move.
To begin crate training, make sure you have some treats on hand and that the environment is calm and happy so nothing can distract your pup.
Place a soft pad or blanket your pup can sit or lie on and a favorite treat in the crate and your pup will go in for the treat, do not close the crate door at this time, this period is only for retrieving the pup. his puppy. used to enter the box. Every time your puppy goes into the crate, make sure you give him enough praise and attention so he knows he’s done the right thing.
Once your pup has been in and out of the crate a few times and you feel like he’s ready to move on to the next level, it’s time to start closing the door. Once your pup has entered the crate and your attention is on the treat, you should close the door and praise your pup by saying good dog, wait about 20 seconds before opening the door and letting your pup out. Do not praise your puppy with a treat when he leaves the crate, a simple pat will do.
Continue to crate train your puppy for various periods throughout the day, making sure to increase the amount of time you keep your puppy in the crate, don’t let your puppy get restless. You should not leave your puppy in its crate if it is less than 8 weeks old for more than one hour and no more than 2 hours for older puppies.
Once your puppy gets used to his crate, he will sometimes go into it to relax, nap, or just get away from things.
