Crate Training Your Puppy

Sometimes puppies need to be in small enclosed areas in order to feel safe and secure. Putting your puppy in a crate works because it makes the puppy feels safe in his own private place. Some people think that caging their puppy is like putting them in jail. And because the crate is there safe place you never want to use it for punishment.

Make sure the crate is big enough for the dog. Getting a bigger crate is a good idea if the dog will grow into it. Make sure the dog has plenty of room to lie down, turn around, and stand or sit up in it comfortably. The first thing is to introduce the puppy to the crate. Let the puppy explore and get used to it. At first he may just go in and sniff around, but will get used to it.

Start by putting the puppy in the crate for 20 minutes at a time. You should ignore it if he starts whining. Putting a cover on the cage should help. You can also put a toy or blanket in there with them.Take the dog out of the crate after about 20 minutes, and then take them outside to go potty. If he goes potty praise him and take him back inside and play with him for a while. Then put him back in the crate. Throw a treat inside if he doesn't want to go in. Praise him when he goes in and shut the door.

Puppies can be in a crate for one hour for how many months they old they are plus one hour. So a puppy 3 months old should be able to be in the crate for 4 hours. They should never be left in a crate for more than 8 hours they need to be let out regularly to play and go potty. A schedule is the best way to train the puppy so they will comply easier.

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