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Does anyone have any tips on crate training?

We got our puppy (golden retriever/chow/corgi mix) this past Saturday and have been consistent about putting her in the crate at night and when we leave the house and not getting her out when she whines. we let her out before bedtime, say "Kennel." but she hides behind the couch and I have to drag her to it then I say, "good girl!!" and give her a treat. then she whines for about 15mins to a half hour. I was her blankets in the kennel every day and they always have a strong smell.. I can't tell if it's a urine smell like she is peeing in there or it's just her. the shelter said they had a groomer come in and give her a bath which I could tell she did at the time and she smelt good. She goes outside to go potty. any tips? I figured this would go more smoothly then it is. How long will this last before she likes going in there?

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Very General's answer is GREAT! However, I have one suggestion, try putting an old article of clothing in the crate. they love to smell it because when you have worn it this reminds them of you and it calms them.

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you might need a smaller kennel, dogs will usally not pee in their crates unless they have room to get away from it. If this isnt the case and you dont want to down size I suggest putting her favorite toys in there for bed with her and giving her a treat when she is in. Also to help her sleep, get a clock that ticks and put it in there with her, it imitates her mother heartbeat and then her kennel will hopefully feel more like home to her. oh, and make sure she does both her businesses before bed, and put her water up about an hour before you plan to put her to bed! good luck with your puppy, she sounds adorable!

I like "very General" answers for the most part. However I need to add DO NOT praise your dog when she is crying in the crate. Petting her while crying is saying, "It's okay to cry." you just told her she gets attention for crying. If she cries or even if she screams bloody murder ignore her. it can be very, very hard especially when she becomes insistent.

General rule is throw a treat in the crate which will get her to go into the crate and say the command "crate" or "kennel" or whatever you want it to be when she goes into the crate to get the treat. you are having her affiliate the crate with a good thing. start slow on how long you let her stay in the crate but do not let her out when she cries or screams. Wait until she is quiet so that she knows, "When I'm quiet I get to come out." If she sees you and cries turn around, walk out of the room and wait again until she is quiet.

My first Corgi screamed bloody murder for an hour in the first few weeks when she knew I was home. it was hard at first to ignore her because it was ear piercing. but now she never cries, screams or yelps. you wouldn't even know she is in the crate as I can come home, get undressed and have her wait patiently until I can get her. Patience is the key to having a quiet dog. the treat method works as all I have to do now is say, "Crate!" and she runs into her crate with joy.

The length of when she likes her crate is determined upon your training, patience and how fast she gets the idea that "crate" is a good thing because she gets a treat!

Also, if she's peeing in her crate in means it is probably too big for her. Add a crate divider to help make it smaller until she gets a bit bigger or buy a smaller crate. Also, make sure you take her out a lot and as suggested put her in an exercise pen if you are gone for several hours. I also take up water after 7 p.m. so that my puppies can make it through the night without needing to pee.

Good luck!

Use the crate only when necessary, give your dog plenty of breaks to stretch his legs and to play and bond with you, and make crate time more pleasant by stocking it with toys.

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Puppy Crate Training Is Easier Than You Think

You just brought your puppy home and you just can’t wait to play with it. But when bedtime comes, or you need to make a quick jaunt to the store, do you want to worry about returning home to a horrid mess? no! That’s why puppy crate training can help yours be a happy dog.

Before you even bring your dog home, choose a crate that will suit your pup’s size and how much they will grow. Make sure that the dog’s crate is large enough. That means that you need to ensure that your dog has the room to turn around and get comfortable in their crate. Always put a blanket or towel in, preferably something that has your scent which will calm the dog when they are feeling anxious.

On the day that your furry baby comes home, take time to let your puppy familiarize itself with different areas of the house. Be there for your pup to return to the “big dog” for reassurance. Open up the crate and let them explore it, praising them for examining something new and different. Pet them inside the crate, give them a treat. Make this a place that they associate with good feelings, safety and happiness.

Each kind of crate has different features. Wire crates are great for furry dogs. Plastic or polymer crates can be great for travel. Small cloth crates are perfect for teacup dogs. Choose the crate that best suits your dog, its size and the use you need it for.

Crates have a number of benefits. With a crate, it can be easier for you to potty train your dog. it also offers you a good place to put your puppy when you must leave it for an hour or two. Rather than risking coming home to a torn up sofa and a dog puking up chocolate on the floor, your dog can stay safely in its crate until you return. once you have established a routine of leaving for short periods and returning home to a sane household, you can start leaving the crate door open for those same short jaunts.

Your dog’s crate can be used as a place for them to have a time out when they have done something that was undesired (such as peeing on the carpet or chewing your shoes). however, never leave them for more than 10 minutes in their crate for a time out.

Bedtime can be a good time for your dog if you use a crate. Rather than having to deal with a dog that constantly jumps up on the bed and steals the sheets, you can get a good nights’ sleep. Make sure that the crate is comfortable for your pet and offer them an incentive to go in at night. Praise them for being quiet, and be quick to let them out in the morning so that they do not spend too long in the crate overall.

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Does anyone know how to crate train a puppy? or an idea of a crate training schedule?

I am planning on crate training my puppy and I want to know how long I should keep her in there, when I should take her out, when I should play with her,etc. please help ! an example of a schedule would be great, but if not, anything will help. By the way, she will be 8 weeks when I get her.

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at night was when i wanted my puppy to go in the crate so when it came time to bedtime i would put her in the crate, close it then give her a treat and put a thin blanket over the top to make it dark.she didnt like this for a week or so and would howl and whimper all night so i put her in the garage with the dryer on to keep it warm since it was winter and after about a week i brought her in the house in her crate and she no longer howled or whimpered. and throughout the day she would go in and out the crate as i kept the door open.the my older dog was a min pin around 4 and her transition into the crate was hassle free since her lil sis was the example and leader of the two.

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Panic attacks since she’s been spayed?

My dog is a year and a month old, and has already been through one heat. We just had her spayed on tuesday morning, and we picked her up wednesday morning from the vet’s. The surgery went well (according to the vet), the only incident is the threw up once while recovering. She was very sedated for the first two days after coming home, but there have been a few strange things lately. -her tongue is a really dark red now instead of the light pink it was before-spends most of her time lying on the couch (awake), doesn’t jump up as often anymore to greet visitors-refuses to go anywhere without bringing a toy (I tried to walk her today and she wouldn’t leave the house without her teddy in her mouth.)-heavy breathing when lying down (about 50% of the time)-excessive crying and whimperingI noticed that she seems to be reverting a bit back into puppy-hood, kind of. But the main thing is the crying. She was crate trained as a puppy and slept downstairs, but since about 11 mos. old we let her sleep in the front entrance and so far it has been great. But since the surgery, most notably tonight, she panics and cries after being left downstairs for a few minutes (at bedtime). Tonight, she found a way to knock down the baby gate which had been FIRMLY secured in place, and bolted up into the bedrooms upstairs crying. She is very hard to console.Does anyone have any idea what’s happening? Is this some sort of trauma from the vet experience?

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A Question about crate training puppies. Please read the details!?

We are crate training our lab puppy and he is doing really well. we had him on a routine where he was crated most of the night (husband works nights and i work days) until my husband gets home, then i do the morning routine with him (feeding, walk, etc) and he gets crated for a few hours while my husband sleeps. then, he does afternoon routine with my husband. then, i get home and he is out with me all night til bedtime. so, he is only crated for small intervals and it has been working really well.well, my husband left for Kuwait yesterday and so, now, the puppy is left in his crate from the time i go to work until i get home. he held it the whole time yesterday adn did really well, but he wouldn’t eat his dinner.my question is twofold:was he acting funny and not eating dinner because his routine changed??can he get a bladder infection from holding it all day?? i know if humans had to hold it that long we’d get infections…are dogs different??THANKS!!

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Methods And Routines to Crate Train A Puppy « Labradors by …

When it comes to dog training, crate training is a safe, effective, and humane way to go. It is as far from animal abuse as you can get. Crate training owners are not negligent in any way, as is often the criticism. They simply want the best for their dogs, and they recognize that crate training is a great method for teaching a variety of desired behaviors.

If used properly, though, crates provide a sense of security and safety for your dog. They also help with puppy “potty” training and keeping your dog from making a mess of your home when you’re not there.

Small dens have sheltered dogs for time immemorial. Dogs feel safe and protected, and crates recreate this feeling. It is as important for dogs to have their own space as it is for humans.

This will help cut down on separation anxiety when you are not at home, which means you will not find chewed up shoes or furniture after being away.

As your dog begins to feel more comfortable with your home and with you being away, you may feel confident in leaving the dog out while you’re gone. Some dogs, though, actually prefer the crate.

If you introduce your dog to his crate for short periods, it will be tremendously helpful in house training. They learn to wait until they are let outside in order to relieve themselves. Until they perfect this, however, limit the time spent in the crate.

Small puppies do not have the bladder or bowel control to wait for hours to relieve themselves. If you keep them in the crate at night, make sure they have ample exercise and play time. Sticking to a regular walking routine will also help learn to control his bladder and bowels.

Crates are great for helping your dog develop necessary behaviors, but they are not disciplinary tools. For instance, if your dog relieves himself in your house, don’t put him in his crate for punishment. Deal with the matter in another way, and save the crate for bedtime. You don’t want your dog to associate negative things with his crate.

So how do you get started with crate training?

The first thing you need is a good crate, of course! You can choose from plastic or metal crates depending on your needs and preferences. Whatever the material, make sure to choose one that is just big enough for your dog to turn around in.

For crate training to effectively help potty train your pet, he needs room only to sleep because dogs won’t soil their sleeping areas.

Next, start introducing your dog to the crate. If you keep it somewhere central, like the living room, he can go in and out while still being part of things. Keep the door open and see if he starts to explore.

Encourage your dog to get into his crate by guiding him in with a toy or treat. If he learns to associate positive things like this with his crate, he will be more likely to use it and enjoy it. Try feeding him next to it, and remember to praise him when he goes in.

Allow him to explore and get used to the crate. Then, you can guide him in and close the door. He may whine to be let out, but have him stay in for a few minutes. He needs to get used to it; you are not abusing him, you are teaching him. Babies fuss when they are put into cribs – this is the same type of situation. They will adapt very quickly.

Like babies, puppies will want to get out and return to you. If you cave in with a baby, he won’t learn to sleep on his own. If you give in to your pet, he won’t learn to stay in the crate. Ultimately, it is very beneficial to him, so stick with it. When he stops whining, you can let him out for a walk or some play time. Start with several minutes of crate time and progress gradually. Always take him for a walk or let him out to play before and after crate time.

If your dog is reluctant to go into his crate, try encouraging him with a treat. Once in, leave him for a few minutes while you go into the next room. Let your dog remain in the crate while you are out of sight.

After a period of about ten minutes, come back into the room. You can sit or stand by the crate to let your dog know you are back. Work on this until you are away for about thirty minutes at a time. He’ll quickly become used to you being gone, and you can put him in his crate when you leave the house.

Your dog should adapt relatively quickly. Most really like the comfort of the crate. Your dog may take to it right away or may need a little extra training. Be prepared to spend some time working at it because it really will help with his overall training.

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Bedtime Crate – Training a Puppy at Night With a Crate

You have come here for help on crate training for your puppy. You are especially interested in crate training for your puppy because you do not want a crying, barking puppy to disturb your sleeping family. You can stop reading right now and hope that somehow your puppy will teach itself how to behave while crated day or night. If you realize this is not likely to happen and would like four very good tips on crate training puppies, then keep reading.

1. Shorter training sessions works best with puppies because they have short attention span and are easily distracted. It takes most puppies about 12 months for their bodies and mental functioning to develop to maturity. Some dog breeds need more than a year to reach full maturity.

2. Introduce your puppy to his crate with the door open. Allow the puppy to explore the crate without restriction. Offer any needed reassurance. Talk to your puppy in a light and happy tone. This teaches the puppy that his crate is a good thing.

3. Position treats around the inside of the crate to attract the puppy inside. When the puppy is in the crate for longer periods on its own, begin closing the door for a few minutes at a time. Always speak in a light tone voice with your puppy to convey to them that the crate is a good thing. Gradually increase the time that the puppy is in the crate with the door closed, and your distance away from the crate. Training a puppy to behave in a crate can take only a few days to several weeks depending on your puppy’s personality.

4. Provide your puppy with a comfortable mat to lie on in the crate. Place a few toys in the crate as well to keep your puppy occupied. This helps make the puppy feel good and safe while in the crate and prevent the pup from crying or barking while in the crate, which is especially helpful at night when the family wants to sleep.

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Need advice for a puppies schedule crate training tips?

Hello, just yesterday I adopted a 1 month and 24 day (Estimated) old Labrador retriever mix, mixed with what I do not know.Now for days I have read many tips online, as soon as we brought him home I took him straight in our backyard to his potty spot and he went without a problem. We got him a crate, and last night was his first night in it. He whined for about 10 minutes, but he slowly went to sleep. Upon me waking up, I am surprised that he did not have an accident in his crate.Yesterday every time he went potty it was always outside, never inside the house or in his crate. I’m trying to set a schedule with him, and start a little training (no biteing feet, chewing on anything besides his toys, etc) but we’re waiting to get a bag of treats first.Anyway, my schedule I want to be something like this.7:00 AM – I wake up, let the doggie out of his crate, feed him, take him outside to pee.7:15 – After he has done his business, I take him back inside and put him back in his crate, letting him sleep more.8:15 – Bathroom break, again.9:00 – play time, which including me taking him in our backyard and running around with him, and letting him roam the house. (have to keep an eye on him, he loves to case my 9 year old kitty and chew on stuff, including her toys! So we put them up where he can’t reach and show him his toys.And this is all I really have so far. I want to have at least two playtime times a day, probably 30 minutes to an hour long, and the rest of the time he’ll be sleeping in his crate. Of course, I’ll wake him up every hour so he can go outside and do his business. I also would like to feed him lunch at around maybe 2:00 PM, and then Dinner time around 7:00. But I was wondering if lunch time was too late, like maybe I should feed him lunch at 12:00 PM instead? And dinner at 6:00 PM? Last night, I also put his water bowl up 30 minutes after he ate, so I let him get a drink. Then I let him out to pee, and it was bedtime.Of course, he whines for about 10 minutes until he calms down and goes to sleep, if I’m in the same room as him. I can only leave the room when he’s asleep, otherwise he’ll whine loud. I put him off to bed at 10:30 last night, and he woke me up at 2:00 AM with his whining, so I let him out and he went potty without a problem, then I brought him back in and back to bed. Then he woke me up again at 6:00, with more whining, but I held in there and he stopped about 10 minutes later. I did this because I want to let him out when I wake up. (an hour later) And to my surprise, when I woke up, no messes in his crate!Sorry for the long details, I just want to give as much information as possible.My question is, what is a good schedule that I can follow everyday, including feeding times, playtime, potty, etc. And by the way, I go to sleep at 11:00 PM, so I want to make sure that doggie is asleep at least before me, but of course I can put him to bed earlier.Please make the list revolve around my time, like how I wake up at 7:00 AM, let him out, feed him, etc.Thank you so much, as you can see I have a lot of questions, this is my first ever dog / puppy! – Ryan.Edit: Thanks for the guide, I’ll diffidently have a look at it.As for his shots, when I adopted him, he already came microchiped, and with his first shot. Then I took him into the RV they had, where they gave him his second shot. So I believe he should be up to date until about two weeks I believe they said, then it’s time to take him to the vet for a check-up next shot.

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I just got a new puppy and she HATES her crate, everytime i put her in the crate at bedtime she barks like crazy and will not fall asleep. Is there any way I can get her to like her crate enough not to bark???Thanks

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puppy whining in crate?

I have had my pupy for almost 3 weeks now, and he came from an outside home so was not crate trained. He is almost 3 months old, lab mix. just wondering when his whining in the crate stage will end, and some things i can do to help it speed along, as its REALLY irritating lol. He is crated at night, and he whines for about 20 minutes til he falls asleep. In the morning before i go to work and i put him back in his crate, he whines again and i just leave. usually i can hear him outside barking. normally how long do puppy’s whine like this in the cage, or how long til they are used to the crate?here is the schedule. from 10pm to about 615 am he is in his crate. then again from about 715 am til 330pm, when i come home from work. then he is back in his crate from 4 to 530, and he is outta his crate til bedtime. thats thru the week, on the weekend he is only in his crate at night, but if i stay the night at a friends i take him and he sleeps with me. he has a sheet over his crate that i pull over the front when i put him in. usually when he whines i ignore it cuz i heard thats what your supposed to do, but sometimes i cant take it and ill yell No from the bedroom, but he’ll start back up. If i keep yelling no, he eventually stops.i will not waste money on puppy pads. i know he is only 3 months but he has not had one accident in his crate. i am only concerned about the whining. he would still whine if i set up a play pen as soon as i walk out the door because im not with him, so i dont think the pen would work.

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