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Bringing Your New Dog Home – Dog Crates & Dog Cages Blog

The day you bring your canine companion home for the first time is an exciting experience, but can be quite stressful if you haven’t adequately prepared. Even the simple process of driving your new pooch home can seem like a tiresome expedition without certain supplies. Be sure to bring a leash and collar, along with a couple plastic bags—these will prove to be helpful accessories for any pit stops made along the way. A roll of paper towels is also a good item to bring along in case your dog vomits or has an accident during the ride. Like any passenger in your car, your new dog or puppy needs something to restraint them for their safety. There are safety belts on the market designed specifically for dogs and useful if you are bringing home a large dog, but in most cases, a dog crate or dog cage is the more practical transportation option. If traveling alone, place the dog crate in the front seat as far from the dashboard as possible in the case of the car’s air bag deploying. If there’s more than one person in the car, place the dog crate in the back seat. Be sure to keep the dog crate door closed and secure the entire dog crate with a seatbelt. If you haven’t purchased a mattress for your dog’s crate, line the bottom of the dog crate with a soft blanket or towels to make it more comfortable to lie on. A good idea is to bring a chew toy for your puppy to distract him from any nervousness he may have about car travel and about leaving his old home. Stock your car with these basic supplies and you’ll do well to make the trip home as comfortable as possible.

The first thing to do upon arriving home is to take your new pet to a designated potty area, as car rides often prompt bathroom breaks. Make sure to give him a couple of minutes to explore; let your pup take his time to become accustomed to the fresh environment. When you bring him into the house, give him time to sniff around and get used to his surroundings, but keep a good watch. If you spot any circling, intense sniffing, or preparation to squat, take your dog back out to the potty spot quickly.

After an hour or so of introducing your dog into your life, put him in his crate or another confined area and allow him to take a nap. It may be tempting to keep him up and play with him, but your pup’s had a long day and needs his rest. Kept an eye on your slumbering pooch, and when he wakes up take him out to go to the bathroom, and praise him when he goes.

Bringing Your New Dog Home – Dog Crates & Dog Cages Blog

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Bringing Your New Dog Home – Dog Crates & Dog Cages Blog

The day you bring your canine companion home for the first time is an exciting experience, but can be quite stressful if you haven’t adequately prepared. Even the simple process of driving your new pooch home can seem like a tiresome expedition without certain supplies. Be sure to bring a leash and collar, along with a couple plastic bags—these will prove to be helpful accessories for any pit stops made along the way. A roll of paper towels is also a good item to bring along in case your dog vomits or has an accident during the ride. Like any passenger in your car, your new dog or puppy needs something to restraint them for their safety. There are safety belts on the market designed specifically for dogs and useful if you are bringing home a large dog, but in most cases, a dog crate or dog cage is the more practical transportation option. If traveling alone, place the dog crate in the front seat as far from the dashboard as possible in the case of the car’s air bag deploying. If there’s more than one person in the car, place the dog crate in the back seat. Be sure to keep the dog crate door closed and secure the entire dog crate with a seatbelt. If you haven’t purchased a mattress for your dog’s crate, line the bottom of the dog crate with a soft blanket or towels to make it more comfortable to lie on. A good idea is to bring a chew toy for your puppy to distract him from any nervousness he may have about car travel and about leaving his old home. Stock your car with these basic supplies and you’ll do well to make the trip home as comfortable as possible.

The first thing to do upon arriving home is to take your new pet to a designated potty area, as car rides often prompt bathroom breaks. Make sure to give him a couple of minutes to explore; let your pup take his time to become accustomed to the fresh environment. When you bring him into the house, give him time to sniff around and get used to his surroundings, but keep a good watch. If you spot any circling, intense sniffing, or preparation to squat, take your dog back out to the potty spot quickly.

After an hour or so of introducing your dog into your life, put him in his crate or another confined area and allow him to take a nap. It may be tempting to keep him up and play with him, but your pup’s had a long day and needs his rest. Kept an eye on your slumbering pooch, and when he wakes up take him out to go to the bathroom, and praise him when he goes.

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whats the perfect pet for me?

Looking for a pet that is fun,that has a personality,loving,that is kind of unique and whos cage is portable(ex:bird).At first i was thinking chinchilla,then it went to bearded dragon,then to a bird,then to a rat.Im not asking you to pick from those but just give me a good pet that has all of the qualities that i listed.Also if you can tell me whyI already have a dog and cant get a petI need something portable because i have 50/50 cutsody with my divorced parents

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How to Crate Train a Puppy – Part 1

Before you even begin reading this report you have to understand that crate training a puppy will take some time and effort on your part.

Why use a Crate

Using a crate serves numerous purposes. It will limit access to your house until your puppy dog learns all the household rules. It is also an awesome housebreaking tool to help your dog learn to hold his bladder until you take him outside. Finally, it is safe haven for your new pet where he or she can go when they want to rest without being bothered.

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Crate Selection

Crates come in different sizes and material and can be purchased online or at local pet stores and retail stores. Plastic crates are preferred if you are going to use it for travel purposes as well as in the home. The crate should be just large enough for your dog, especially if she is still being housebroken. If the crate is too big, your dog will relief herself in one end and sleep in the other and this will be determinately to teaching your dog to hold it. If you have a large breed dog then consider closing off a part of the crate and increasing the size as your puppy gets older.

Introducing your Dog to the Crate

Once the crate is in its selected place (some where close to where the family spends most of the time but away from too much noise and cold/hot drafts), bring your dog over and speak to him enthusiastically. Don’t force your puppy into the crate but encourage him to go in. You can place his favorite toy in the crate or small treats to encourage him to go in. Just be aware that this step may take a few days.

Teaching your Dog that the Crate is Safe

For the first few days, your puppy may only accept the crate for a few minutes at a time. This is normal but you should use this time wisely. Praise her when she stays in the crate. You may also consider not closing the door for the first few times your dog is in the crate. Sit by the crate for as long as it takes for your puppy to begin feeling comfortable and learns that it’s a safe place. Eventually, you will be able to close the door with little or no resistance from your puppy.

How to Crate Train a Puppy – Part 1

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The Dog Crate Question Answered – Plastic, Wire, Or Soft?

There are so many different types of dog crate construction to choose from these days that it can be an overwhelming experience. There are plastic ones, metal ones, and soft ones, just to name the most popular few. Which one should an owner choose for his or her new pet? The answer could really be any of them or one of each. A dog owner should examine the needs and uses of the crate and from there decide which is best for that person and dog’s particular needs.

Plastic crates have been around for many years now and seem to still be some of the most popular items for dog owners to choose. A quality plastic crate is very durable, lightweight, and easily transported. Many are approved for use on commercial airlines. Be sure to check with the specific airline to determine which are allowed as each airline has its own set of rules and regulations. Many plastic crates are made from partially recycled material which will reduce your pet’s carbon paw print.

Wire crates are sturdy, durable, and most upper end items are of a folding design which allows them to be stored easily. They tend to be much heavier than a plastic crate, so they are not as efficient for traveling. However, for home use, the wire dog crate is a fantastic addition for your pet. They are completely ventilated and give your dog a great view of the world around her.

Soft crates, also called soft sided crates, and pop up or pop open crates are perfect if you are constantly in the outdoors. They are becoming more and more popular and are great for camping and other types of outdoor activities. They are the lightest of all of the different types of crates and great for traveling by car. A quality made item will have a sturdy, lightweight frame and be easy to set up and take down. Be careful if your dog likes to chew as well. While sturdy, a dog owner with a dog that chews will probably figure out that this may not be the best option for his pet.

When picking a dog crate out for your dog, use the information in this article to aid you in selecting the correct choice for you and your companion, and you will have many quality years ahead of you, both from your dog and his new portable safe haven.

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House Training Dogs ? Working With the Adult Rescue Dog

House training dogs is easier when you get to start them as puppies, as they are younger it is easier for them to learn. You have decided to do the humane thing and rescue an adult dog from the pound, you have come home and have just now realized that your new pet is not house trained as you discover a little present in the kitchen…now what. Never fear, it is possible to house train adult dogs.

As with house training puppies; this will require diligence, commitment, patience and a good nature. As with puppies, no punishment, this will only cause more problems in the future. If you catch you dog eliminating in the house, rush the dog outside, once they have finished going outside praise them. If the dog makes a mistake while you weren’t paying attention, clean up the mess and move on, there is no point is punishing the animal because you weren’t paying attention.

Don’t kid yourself, this will be a lot of work, every time your dog goes outside, you go with them so you can praise them at the right moment, remember, dogs live in the now you must praise them at the moment, not later when you let them back inside. As laborious as this will be it allows your canine to get an understanding of what you want and allows you to get a feel for their schedule.

As you can see, house training dogs is easier the younger they are, don’t let this dissuade you from adopting an adult dog that may not be trained. Just as with puppies, once trained they will follow the rules unless they have no other option. Remember, adult dogs need homes, families and love to.

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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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How to Litter Train a Dog

Apr 7, 2010 Jacki Billings

Whether a dog owner has an older dog that he or she rescued or is a new puppy parent, potty training is essential for the new pet. For many owners, finding the time throughout the day to take the dog out can be difficult. For city dwellers that live in apartments, finding any grass for the dog to use can be near impossible. Litter training is a great alternative to both potty pads and outdoor elimination. It allows less worry on the part of the owner and more comfort for the animal.

How to Litter Train

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Litter
Rewards/Favorite Toy
Litter Scoop

The best way to litter train is to incorporate crate training. Crate training relies on the principle that dogs will not eliminate where they sleep. To properly crate train, the owner will need to purchase a crate from a store. The crate should be big enough for the dog to lay and move comfortably, but not so big that the dog will have room to eliminate in it. Whenever the owner is not able to directly supervise the dog, he or she should be placed the crate. It is best to only leave the animal in the crate for 2 hours at a time for the first few weeks.

To incorporate litter training, the owner needs to first set up the litter box and litter in the place he or she wishes the animal to eliminate. It’s best to set it up in a tiled area, so any accidents can be easily cleaned up. If the house or apartment is completely carpeted, a small rug or even trash bags underneath the litter box will help prevent any urine or feces stains on the carpet in the event of an accident.

To begin the training, take the animal from its crate to the litter box and give it a command such as “Go Potty.” If the dog jumps out of the pan, simply place him/her back in the box and give the command once more. When the dog finally eliminates, it is important to reward him or her with a treat or favored toy. After every elimination, remove the waste with a litter scooper and discard. This not only encourages the dog to use the box, but also helps reduce any bad smells. This process should be repeated first thing in the morning, after every meal, and after exercising. For the first few weeks, bringing the dog to the pan ever 1-2 hours is also encouraged.

Potty Training Accidents

Accidents do unfortunately happen. The best way to deal with them is to remember the dog is learning and did not do it on purpose. Punishment is not the best way to train a dog. In some cases, punishment can deter the dog from using the box as it might associate the two.

Should the dog begin to eliminate outside the pan, the best plan of action is to immediately scoop the dog up and place him or her in the litter box, using the chosen command. Once he or she is in the pan, praise the dog and offer a reward. Soon the animal will begin to associate the two and will be able to use the box more reliably.

Remember that the key to potty training is to be patient. The dog will eventually learn!

Where to Find Dog Litter and Litter Boxes

Dogs can use traditional cat litter boxes, depending on the size of the animal. The tops of cat boxes can be removed to allow the dog more room and comfort. Purina and Petco, however, both manufacture litter box designed for dogs. These boxes are lower to ground, making it easier for the dog to get in and out of. They are also a little wider and longer to accommodate small to medium sized dogs.

Though traditional cat litter can be used in the litter box, it is generally discouraged as dogs have a tendency to eat the litter. Cat litter is known to clump and if eaten in large quantities can cause intestinal obstructions in the dog. There are several alternatives, however. Purina and Petco both make a litter designed for dogs that is produced out of old newspapers, making it safe for the dog to ingest. If the owner wishes to go with a cheaper and environmentally friendly option, paper shreds, such as from a paper shredder, will also suffice.

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3 Most Essential Tips on Adult Dog Potty Training! Stop Your Pet …

Adult dog potty training is slightly different to puppy toilet training, mainly because of the fact that older dogs can easily control their bladder and colon while puppies can’t until they reach 12 weeks. The problem with adult dogs is that they already have plenty of bad habits rooted deep in their brains and may be more resistant to toilet training than young, open minded puppies. However, if you implement the tips mentioned below you should be well on your way to housebreak your pet and stop him from eliminating indoors.

Adult Dog Potty Training Part 1 – Prepare A Den

The most crucial element of adult dog potty training is to create a small leaving area for your new pet. Dogs are naturally den animals and they need such place in order to relax and hide from the surrounding world once in a while. However, what’s important for you is the fact that your dog will not soil his den because it’s his sleeping area at the same time. Dogs are naturally clean animals and will try to avoid relieving themselves in their living space. This will force them to wait with elimination until they are let outside and thus speed up the toilet training process.

Adult Dog Potty Training Part 2 – Sort Out The Toilet Area

Second step in adult dog potty training involves taking your dog to one specified location where he can finish his job. This is important because he needs to get used to the fact that he only eliminates outdoors. Taking him to one location on a regular basis will help him understand this rule and boost the training.

You can use leash to limit your dog’s movements so that he has to stay within certain area (e.g. close to the tree) until he relieves himself. Remember to clean after him (simply collect the stool and throw it to the bin) because your pet may resist from eliminating in a messy and stinky place and may look for alternatives (such as your house). This will overwrite the training done so far and slow it down significantly.

Adult Dog Potty Training Part 3 – Timing, Timing and Timing

A lot of folks ask when to take their dog outside. The answer is pretty simple as long as you can keep an eye on the clock. Dogs can eliminate within the first 20 minutes after the last meal. They may also want to relieve themselves after playing with you or being on a walk as physical activities stimulate intestines so keep this in mind while scheduling your day.

Also, remember to take your dog outside before the night so that he doesn’t whine and wake you up when he realizes he has to pee. If you don’t know whether your pet needs to eliminate look for such signs of coming poop as circling and sniffing around as these directly precede elimination.

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