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How big should the crate be when crate training?

I bought a collapsible crate from petco for our new jack russle puppy. I bought it big enough so it will fit him comfortably as an adult dog as well. Was that a mistake? I ask because I was told in order to potty train a puppy using the crate training method the crate needs to be just big enough for them to lay down in. Is that true?Any potty training tips because I don’t really want to buy a smaller crate at this point.Thanks you guys! It’s our first dog and it was seriously ticking me off he kept going potty in his crate I’ll block off half of it… The answer was so simple I feel like a retard.OMG (laughing at myself) The extra wire thingy! (slaps my forehead) it was the DIVIDER! hahaha

How big should the crate be when crate training?

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Which cage is best for my rabbit?

This may take a while, so sorry but…Which is best compared to how big it is?(I have a budget…)http://www.petco.com/product/13907/Midwest-Lifestages-Double-Door-Fold-and-Carry-Crates.aspx?CoreCat=certona-_-ProductList__3-_-Midwest Lifestages Double Door Fold & Carry Crates-13907http://www.petco.com/product/13907/Midwest-Lifestages-Double-Door-Fold-and-Carry-Crates.aspx?CoreCat=certona-_-ProductList__3-_-Midwest Lifestages Double Door Fold & Carry Crates-13907http://www.petco.com/product/100343/PETCO-1-Door-Dog-Crates.aspx?CoreCat=certona-_-ProductList__4-_-PETCO 1-Door Dog Crates-100343http://www.petco.com/product/13394/Marchioro-Small-Animal-Cage.aspxhttp://www.petco.com/product/106066/PETCO-Multi-Level-Small-Animal-Habitats.aspxhttp://www.petco.com/product/3294/Super-Pet-Deluxe-3-Story-Ferret-or-Rabbit-or-Chinchilla-Home.aspxhttp://www.petco.com/product/10638/Super-Pet-Extra-Large-My-First-Home.aspxMy sweet bunny is pretty big, it needs some room.

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Extra Large Dog Kennel

Do you have a big dog? If so then an average size kennel is not going to cut it. What you are going to need is an extra large dog kennel!

Just like houses, dog kennels come in a range of shapes and sizes, and if you are looking for a dog kennel for sale then you are going to need to know which type is best suited to your dog.

Obviously the smaller your dog – the smaller your kennel needs to be, however you are going to need an extra large kennel if you have a Great Dane or something of a similar size.

You have a couple of choices when it comes to how you build your extra large dog kennel.

The construction material you choose is really just based on your own preference. You could build a dog kennel from timber and have a more traditional style kennel, or if you are looking for something even sturdier, you could consider a steel based frame and kennel.

If you are not worried about your pet’s exposure to the elements you could consider chain link dog kennels with a steel roof.

So whatever you consider, just remember that it all comes back to what you want, and there is no right way to build an extra large dog kennel.

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Dog Fence Wire 18G OR 20G – Which Type to Choose For My Dog Fence

Are you confused about which wire to use when getting your electronic dog fence. The 2 most common types of dog fence wire are 18 Gage and 20 Gage. Which should you choose for your situation and why? Obviously, both gages work for all underground fence systems or Innotek, PetSafe or other manufacturers would not pack their dog fence systems with 20 Gage wire. Perimeter Technologies pack their dog fence systems with 20 g or 18 g. This dog fence wire can often be very difficult to find, as individual rolls, unless the retailer actually sells the dog fence kits and sometimes they do not even sell the extra wire rolls separately.

However, there are some recommended guidelines that will help you decide which dog fence wire will be better for you. First 18 Gage is stronger and more durable and long lasting than 20 Gage Boundary wire. Solid core copper wire is better than stranded wire.

Here are some guidelines to follow:

Use 18 Gage if you have

Rocky soil or rocks

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Puppy Whining in the Crate at Night

by Tracey (Wildwood Crest, New Jersey)

Hi,We adopted a rescue dog who is 8 months old. She is very sweet and we love her to bits. I worry that we have loved her too much because she whines at night when we put her into her crate. We have a soft blanket and an assortment of toys we have placed in the crate. She seemed to like the crate at first, but now she whines for 30 minutes when placed in the crate at night and then at around 3am she barks and whines like crazy. We now have the crate in the living room. I plan on putting the crate in my bedroom tonight to see if it helps. We do ignore her barking and whining. I have taken her outside to relieve herself in the middle of the night. I do this as quietly as possible so she does not think it is playtime. Please help our family to get some sleep. We are exhausted and sad for our new pet.

I Tracey do you know how common this problem is – it really is one of the most common problems associated with puppy crate training nut we wil try our best to help you out. You can never love a rescue dog too much!

You are actually doing quite a few things right – you just need to be patient. You have a rescue dog who has probably developed a few extra insecurities along the way. Many dog trainers have different ideas when it comes to curing a whining puppy, so we will give you a few tips to use along the way.

1. The fact that your dog is whining initially and then being quiet and then whining again is probably because she needs the toilet at 3am.

2. PRACTICE DURING THE DAY – Start by introducing her to the crate again – she may have started to associate it with bad experiences especially if she started off by liking it. When it’s time to feed your puppy wait until she is really keen to eat and place it in the crate (you can start by throwing treats in the crate) with the door open.

When she goes into eat it praise her – leave the door open. Keep doing this until she has really got used to the crate again. Practice this everyday by feeding her in the crate with the door open. After a while (and don’t force the issue) start closing the door – if your puppy starts whining then you will need to take a little longer with the door open and building up the time. When your dog is going into the crate quite happily during the day and eatin her food try shutting the door. Do this during the day and lenghthen the amount of time you do it for. Stay nearby but gradually move away from your puppy and the crate until she is basically doing what you want at night but during the day. Practice this everyday and when the time is right start opening the door for your puppy to go in th crate at night. It will work you just need to be patient and consistent.

3. Reinforce positive behavior – when she whines initially – ignore her. Never let your puppy out when she whines – wait until she is quiet and then let her out.

4. Place something in the crate that smells of you as this will help calm her down. Place a blanket over the top of the crate so she isn’t having her senses bombarded.

5. Just before your puppy goes to bed – have some play time and some exercise. When she starts to whine ignore her. Your puppy will need to have an empty bladder otherwise she won’t get though the night without wanting to pee.

6. If your puppy is still whining through the night and you have taken her outside and she hasn’t needed the toilet – next time ignore the whining. This is tough love – if she constantly whines and you go to see her, you are simply reinforcing the behavior.

7. According to the human society – dogs under six months are unable to hold their bladder for more than 3 hours and dog’s over this age who have lacked training may need to be regularly attended to until they understand exactly what the crate is for.

8. Never ever use the crate as a punishment tool.

9. Remind your puppy that the crate is somewher to be happy and content. A blanket and safe toys will go along way.

10. You will get there as we said before it is a very very common problem that gets sorted over time. Please practice and if you are still having problems in a few weeks time get back to us and we will try another angle until it is sorted.

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crate training help/tips?

hi, i have a 14 week old welsh terrier pup, i’ve had him for 3 weeks know and he’s been destroying the house for the past 3 weeks, today i got a crate sized apporopriatly for him with a divider and all, here’s the question the crate is in my room where i spend the majority of the day so he’s with me most of the day, is it right to leave him in the crate for the majority of the day or just sometimes…all he does is chew on his chew toy or sleep for most of the day today..is this normal?? any tips and extra suggestions on crate training would be amazing also, thanks a lot!

crate training help/tips?

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The Crate Method: The Best Way To Train A Puppy

So, you’ve got a new puppy. Congratulations! Now comes the fun part — house training. There are many misconceptions floating around about how to accomplish this, so in this article I am going to share what is probably the easiest and most effective way to house train your new puppy.
Among the various house training programs available, one method stands out above the rest. It’s known as the crate method. This method has been proven to be the easiest and most effective means of potty training a puppy in the shortest period of time. Basically, what this method consists of is confining your puppy in a small indoor kennel, known as the crate, when she is not involved with other family fun activities.
Dogs, like all animals, have certain built-in instincts. One of those is that in most cases they refuse to soil the area where they normally sleep. Since your puppy will be spending a large portion of her early life inside the crate, she’ll by nature “hold it in”, and not go to the bathroom until she’s been let out of the crate (and placed outside).
When choosing a crate, make sure you get one that will allow your new puppy to grow to her full size without having to replace the crate. Be sure it has enough space for your dog to easily stand up and move around a bit. As the dog gets bigger, you don’t want her being housed in a crate that’s too confining.
One of the problems with the small puppy being in a large crate is that she can easily use a separate part of the crate for her bathroom area. To prevent this from happening, simply reduce the internal size of the crate by placing some kind of divider, such as a board or grill, inside the crate. You can simply remove it when your puppy grows enough to need the extra space.
The process of crate training is actually more difficult for the new owner than it is for the new puppy. You will be required to keep the puppy in her crate at all times, literally, except for the times when she will be placed outside to go to the bathroom (and taken for walks), eating, and having supervised playtime with you inside the house. This may seem like cruel and unusual punishment, but it isn’t. It is actually crucial to the well-being of puppy as she continues to grow to become an integral part of your family. Be consistent this, and don’t give in.
This doesn’t mean that you should keep your puppy in her crate all day long. She should be taken out every two to three hours to stretch her legs, and given the opportunity to go to the bathroom. At night time, however, you’ll find that your puppy will usually sleep through the night no problem. Just keep an ear open for her. If you hear her whining, put her outside quickly.
As mentioned at the beginning of this article, crate training is one of the most effective methods of house training a puppy. But it doesn’t happen overnight, and it needs you to be consistent. The whole process can take anywhere from one to two months, but in the long run, this will be considered one of the best time investments you will have ever made in the life of your pet.

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Want more information on how to train your puppy? For more great tips and resources to help you easily housebreak your puppy, visit my Training a Puppy blog. You’ll also discover some great info on puppy training pads.