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How can i get a puppy on my schedule?

Just got my jack russel home and can't seem to get her on a schedule yet, she is eating and going to the bathroom well, but only sleeping like 1.5-2 hours at a time. I am trying the crate training but she cries so loudly she wakes up everyone in the house and my roomate has to work 1st shift.

How old is she? How long have you had her home?

Puppies are usually going to cry when they are first taken away from their first home, which usually includes mama dog and possibly some littermates.

Often people make the crate too big and dogs actually feel more secure in a small, but comfortable space. Make her crate a little haven. put a clock that runs or ticks next to the crate and see if she can safely have some padding or blankets in there. I say "safely" because if she begins to soil the blanket or chew it you will form a habit that can be difficult to break.

She shouldn't sleep more than what you said at this time. a few hours at a time. And she's a JRT! welcome to JRT work! They are not lazy dogs and sleeping is usually last on their minds…..as puppies and adults!

After she has had at least 2 rounds of vaccinations I would enroll her in a beginner's agility class so you can learn basic obedience and the fun and rewarding sport of agility too. (A super way to release energy for any breed but really great for those active, hyper or easily-bored breeds!)

Make sure you are feeding her about 3 times a day until she's around 5 months then you can cut back to 2 times a day. Feed her so that when you set the bowl down she eats or the food disappears. This will teach her to eat then or miss her meal. You'll have a puppy that has no issue with eating as soon as you offer the food. This is the first step to a schedule for your pup.

Secondly, after feeding take the pup straight outdoors to reliever herself, reward her when she does and then go back in and see if you can get her interested in a ball or toy that is fun.

Make sure you do lots of playing and/or exercising before she goes to bed. This should ensure that she sleeps longer/better.

If she's brand new to you then you'll have to give her time. That's all you can do without having *her* train *you* to pick her up when she cries!

I know exactly what you mean. I just got a Shih Tzu 3 months ago and it is a constant struggle. my dog does crate training also and I have found that a teddy bear really does the trick. try putting in something your dog can snuggle with a night when she/he is frightened. Also there is this great outlet plug-in called Comfort Zone with D.a.P for dogs of all ages. the Dog Appeasing Pheromone helps you dog smell the sent of it's mother and that tends to allow the puppy to relax and feel safe. hopefully this advice works for you like it did for me!

What room does she sleep in. Puppies are like babys, if you keep going to her when she crys she will keep crying. Crate training in my opinion is the best way. You just have to leave her to get use to it. Don't be tempted to let her sleep with you, just stick with what you are doing, and it will be worth it in the end! good luck!

How can i get a puppy on my schedule?

Crate Training Dogs

by Tim BellBringing home a new puppy can both be exciting and a lot of work. no one wants a dog who goes to the bathroom around the house. a good way to housebreak your dog is through the method of Crate Training Dogs. This is a technique recommended by many professionals. It is easy to do, but one must be consistent and not give up on their dog.

Dogs will naturally keep their home dry, it is a natural thing for them to do. Puppies and adult dogs will not soil their special home, thus making it easy to housebreak them.

A cage or crate is a place to put your dog for a short period of time. they are used for travel by airplane, bus, or car. a person needs to get their pet used to it so they can be put in it without causing any stress on the pet.

Never use a crate for a means of punishment. This is the dogs special place to rest in; he should feel protected and safe in his home.

Dogs like to chew so a crate is a good place to put your pet until it learns the rules of the house. This could take days or weeks depending on your dog. This will need to be done a little at a time and will take patience.

Crates come in all different sizes and shapes. there are cloth ones that are only good if the owner is nearby. the plastic ones work well and usually have a holder for the food. if you need a cage that can be folded buy a metal cage and it will fold flat. in order to get the right size, be sure the dog can stand up and turn around.

In order to get started in training your dog to use the crate, put it near the owner. Get some toys to encourage him into the cage. if necessary get little pieces of food and place them near the door and slowly move the food inside the crate.

Being sure there is fresh water daily is very important. a dog will whine until he gets used to his new home. do not let him out when he whines but wait until he is done, so he learns whining is not okay.

If your dog has to be left alone all day then find a way to take care of him, but do not crate him all day. a dog should only be left no more than four hours at a time, and if he sleeps in the cage at night, you do not want to leave him all day.

Dogs crying at night is not uncommon, he is in a new place and needs to adjust. Puppies have to be taken out at night, and you will need to decide if a dog just wants out or has to go to the bathroom. Keeping the cage near you at night will help the dog to not feel so lonely.

Remember to take your pet outside after eating, the dog or puppy needs exercise on a regular basis so do not use the crate to contain him all day. It should be a good and happy place for short periods of time and a place to sleep at night.

Crate Training Dogs

Crate Training Dogs Is A Good Way To Housebreak Dogs

Being consistent and not giving up on your dog is what it takes to get started in Crate Training Dogs. Many dog trainers recommend this process to get your dog housebroken. Having a dog go to the bathroom in the house is not acceptable, so this is an easy way to train.

Dogs will naturally keep their home dry, it is a natural thing for them to do. Puppies and adult dogs will not soil their special home, thus making it easy to housebreak them.

Crates can be used to travel in, a place to put your dog if you have to leave for a couple of hours, or a place for an airplane ride. It is good to get your dog used to a crate so he can be put there on occasion.

Never use a crate for a means of punishment. this is the dogs special place to rest in; he should feel protected and safe in his home.

This type of training will take a lot of patience and time. It can take days to weeks depending how your dog responds to the training.

When choosing a crate, their are lots of choices. the plastic ones are nice and usually have a locking door and a feeding dish. Fabric cages are pretty good but owners need to stay with their pet. Metal cages collapse making it easy to pack in a car, and does not take up much space. A dog needs to be able to turn around and stand up in the cage, to be the right size.

Now that the crate has been bought a person can get started in the training. put it in a place where the family spends some time. Leave the door open and put a towel or blanket in it. put some toys to entice him in the cage. put some food on the outside of the door then gradually move the food inside.

Whining is a common problem when crate training. if he whines, do not let him out. you must wait until he stops whining, then you can open the door. Gradually put his food bowl in the crate and always make sure there is plenty of water.

If your dog has to be left alone all day then find a way to take care of him, but do not crate him all day. A dog should only be left no more than four hours at a time, and if he sleeps in the cage at night, you do not want to leave him all day.

If the dog cries at night, you will have to discern if he needs to go out to eliminate of if he just wants out of the cage. Ignore the whining if he just wants out, as it takes time to get used to his crate. keep the crate close to you in the bedroom at night, this way he will not feel so alone.

Crates should be a good experience for your pet as long as you do not leave it to long. he will adjust and enjoy his bed at night if you take the time to train him slowly. just be consistent and you will have a happy pet.

Searching to find out more about the steps to crate training, then visit TW Bell’s site on how to select the best dog crate for your animals needs.

August 25, 2010 Tags: animals, crate, crate training, Dog, dog crate, dogs, home, obedience, pets, puppy, training Posted in: Dog

Crate Training Dogs Is A Good Way To Housebreak Dogs

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What's excatly crate training and how do you train your dog to crate?

do you have to put papers in there?

im really clueless links to help me!!

Crate training can be an efficient and effective way to house train a dog. Dogs do not like to soil their resting/sleeping quarters if given adequate opportunity to eliminate elsewhere. Temporarily confining your dog to a small area strongly inhibits the tendency to urinate and defecate. however, there is still a far more important aspect of crate training.

For more information:
http://perfectpaws.com/crt.html

If you Google "dog crate training" you'll get a whole lot of links, most of them with a lot of very good information. Read several to get the gist of it. Personally I find crate training is unhealthy for the dog if you keep it in there too long. More than a few hours is bad and someone is going to need to let it out to go to the bathroom and to stretch and move around.

Do NOT put papers in the crate, since the entire point of crate training is that dogs by instinct will not mess the place where they have to sleep, and if you expect it to go to the bathroom in the crate it will be extremely unhealthy for one thing, and for another thing the dog will be miserable and it will defeat the purpose of teaching it to NOT go to the bathroom inside.

It depends on how big the crate is – if it's more like a pen, you could have room for papers, a place to play and a pillow to sleep on. for my puppy, I just have a small cage with a pillow. When you can't supervise your dog or it's bedtime, you say "go to your cage" or whatever. It helps them potty train because most dogs won't pee where they sleep….but don't leave them in too long or they won't have a choice.

Crate training is a method where by you train your dog to use a crate when it can't be watched. the crate becomes the dogs "home," and it feels safe and secure in there.

I think a book would be better than a website. Visit a local pet store or amazon.com.

You don't train your dog to crate, you use a crate or cage to hose break or potty train your dog. normally people let the dog sleep in the cage or box, whatever you want to use, at night. something where there is just enough room for them while training. Cause the dog is not likely to go to the bathroom where he or she is sleeping. Just take the dog out in the morning and strait outside to go to the bathroom.

crate training is training your dog/puppy to use a crate as his "den". Basically what it does is prevent your dog from going to the bathroom in your house and chewing up your stuff. If you consistently use the crate when you leave and/or go to bed, he will consider this area his "home" and will not go to the bathroom in it and won't chew up his toys/blankets that are kept in it. you can do a yahoo search on crate training or talk to your vet about what is best for your dog. good luck!

Crate training is a great way to ensure your dog has a safe place to spend time when they can't be supervised. the crate should be just large enough for him to stand up, turn around and stretch out when lying down. Make it his safe haven, his own little "apartment". give him safe toys to play with, no rawhides or toys he can chew apart. Praise him when he goes in on his own. allow him access to his crate at all times. Close the door for 2 of 3 minutes, but stay within site. Praise him when you open the door. When he accepts this leave the room for a few minutes with him inside. Praise praise praise. Before you know it you can put him in there and leave on errands, go to work etc. When he goes in I like to use phrases like "kennel up" or "inside" so that when you want him in there he will obey that command. I put small sheepskin pet beds in my dogs crates, but only after they are old enough that I can be confident they won't chew them. good Luck!

You need to have a nice place for it to curl up and sleep and if it is to young to hold going potty over night put some papers down so there is a place for it to go. You want a crate that fits the size of your dog at the time. They need enough room to stand, turn and lay down. If the crate is too big they will just sleep at one end and potty at the other. Your dog will really learn to love his special place. You never use the crate as punishment and if your dog ever goes in there on it's own you do not bother him with anything or for any reason. It's kind of like when you go to your bedroom and close the door. Kids aren't allowed to knock on the door or bother you for any reason. go to Dr. P's Training Tips in your search engine and there are great guidelines for training for just about anything you can imagine.

Crate Training is typically done when you first get a puppy and includes a crate (travel kennel) which is just large enough for the puppy to turn around in but not so large that the puppy can section it off. the idea behind the crate is that is becomes the dog's bed/safe haven/home and that it needs to be just the size of the dog (large enough for the dog to turn around in and stand in comfortably) so the dog will refrain from defecating or urinating in the crate. If the crate is too large the dog will still mess in it, so it must be just the size of the dog. Dog's don't typically like sitting in their own feces/urine.

The process is that the dog is taken out of the crate to eat, play, and get walked. in other words, if you are not home the dog is in the crate, if you are busy with other stuff at home and cannot watch the dog it is in the crate. as the dog learns, it can be left out of the crate unattended a little longer each time it proves itself. the idea is that you structure the dog so that it knows that the crate is its bed/home and is out only for specific reasons.

Some say crate training is mean but I crate trained my dogs and even when the dog is free but not playing it sleeps in the crate. It is a great tool for house training and can even act as a portable home for the animal if you travel.

Hi ,
Well i found this really helpful guide ,its a really professional training called sit stay fetch , to teach you how to train your dog by yourself , http://dogobediencetraining.co.nr , its a easy step by step book and videos
Hope this helps you with your dog

Try below site. It is very good on puppy training.

What's excatly crate training and how do you train your dog to crate?

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The day you bring home your little bundle of joy can be an exciting one for the whole family. Your new puppy will be a loving friend and companion for many years to come. One of the first things you will need to do as a new parent is to teach your puppy good manners. You will need to potty train puppy and it’s not hard to do, if you know how.

Dogs are very intelligent. They love their parents and want to please them. They will try really hard to do what they are supposed to do. But just like with human children they do need to be taught the proper times and places to relieve themselves. Follow a few simple steps to potty train puppy and you will enjoy each other’s company a lot more.

The first thing you want to do when you first get home with your puppy is to take them outside to relieve themselves. When taking them out use a phrase such as ‘go potty’ or any other phrase that you feel comfortable with. Just remember to use the phrase every time you take them out. This will let them know what they are supposed to do. Once they’re done praise them and try to spend some time playing with them.

Dogs don’t like to soil their den. They won’t relieve themselves near their bed, food and water. They are very clean animals generally. It’s because of this den mentality that crate training is so effective. When you purchase a crate take into account how big your puppy will get when she grows up. Make sure to get one that will allow your grown dog to move around comfortably, stand up completely without hunching and have room for their bed and some toys.

Since the crate will probably be too big for your puppy you want to close off the back section of the crate while you potty train puppy. This will reinforce their natural dislike of soiling there den. If they have too much room in their crate they will just relive themselves in another part of the crate. Just take a board and make a partition to close off the back half of their crate. Once they get bigger you can remove the partition and give them access to the whole crate.

Remember the crate is a tool to help potty train puppy. It isn’t a punishment. You want to make it inviting and leave the door open when the puppy isn’t in it. That way they can go in whenever they want. Also, keep the crate near the family. Don’t isolate them. Even when they are in their crate they should be able to see and hear what’s going on and feel like they are part of the family.

To potty train puppy as quickly as possible keep your puppy in the crate whenever they can’t be supervised. When you go to bed, or off to work, put the puppy in the crate.

Puppies are like small children. They have small bowels and bladders and don’t have much time between the time they realize they have to relieve themselves and when they actually go. Make sure you take them out frequently throughout the day. And limit their water intake in the hour or so before you go to bed or to work.

Following these simple tips will make it easy to potty train puppy. Just remember your dog is clean by nature, very smart and she wants to please you. Give her every opportunity to succeed and she will. Enjoy your new best friend!

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Help with dog crate sizing for my Golden Retriever puppy?

I am looking to purchase a dog crate (for the purpose of potty training, her safety, etc.) for my Golden Retriever puppy who is just under 11 months old. Gauging from the research I’ve done online, the size that most crate companies suggest is a (large) crate with these dimensions:42″L x 28″W x 31″HMy primary concern is this: my dog is almost 11 months old. Should I be concerned about her getting much bigger that it would it warrant me having to purchase an x-large crate with the dimensions of:48″L x 30″W x 33″H ?At 10.5 months is she at full adult size or does she have room to grow? – not sure. (Note: I am trying to minimize having to buy an additional crate in the future.) Would there be enough room do you think? I don’t want the crate to be too small that she would be confined in a lay down position and not have room to sit up/turn around if need be.Advice and help would be greatly and sincerely appreciated. Many thanks and all best!Additional info: the last time I weighed my dog at her last vet visit back in July ‘08, she clocked in at 65 lbs. Being 2 months later, I assume she’s around 70-75 lbs now.Additional Question: I’ve read often that I opt for a bigger crate, where a dog can move about more, is it true that the dog would be more apt to urinate/defecate in its crate? I was told that a dog would never do that in it’s “den”. So, to bring up a point with my so called ‘dilemma’ – I want my dog to be comfortable while she’s crated for the few hours I’m away at work. So I figure the x-large will do this for me. On the other hand, I’m afraid she’d be apt to soil her crate with the extra room. (Perhaps some of you have had the same dilemma, as it tears me up to cage her. I understand that it’s for her best interest, and I’ve finally resolved my thinking after a long hard week of getting out of the that “anti-caging an animal” frame of mind… and oh yeah, chewed up wooden furniture legs).Thanks again for all your great advice, everyone!–From one four-legged parent to another.

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Most dog owners don’t seem to think that crate training a dog is overly beneficial and a lot of people think that it can be cruel. When you first look into utilizing a crate you’ll quickly discover that it might be a good habit to have your dog use too, especially if you work a regular schedule.

Crates are a great way to keep your dog in one area while you are gone to diminish the chances of them having accidents throughout your home. Crates come in many different sizes so that you can get one that will fit your dog’s size properly. With a crate you will want a size that will allow your dog to move around a little bit but not have too much extra space as then they may be tempted to soil the crate.

When you first consider crate training a dog you will want to take the time to get your dog comfortable with the crate. Consider making it a common spot for them to want to be for sleeping and they’ll be less likely to complain when you put them in it. Not all dogs will enjoy being locked up, but if you are consistent with using it they’ll begin to understand that this is where they go when you are not going to be around. Try using it when you are home at first so that they don’t feel abandoned and have the time to become comfortable with the area as this can be a drastic change if they are use to roaming around when you are gone.

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How to Crate Train a Puppy at Night – The Dos & Don'ts

If you are looking for information on how to crate train a puppy at night, I’ve put together some helpful information to get you started.

Utilizing an indoor crate can be an effective house training tool, as dogs are den dwelling creatures, which makes them avoid eliminating where they sleep. So when trying to figure out how to potty train a puppy, you should consider crate training. When you introduce the crate early on in your dog’s life, as they grow they will tend to prefer their crate. It offers security and familiarity for them. Therefore, it is of the utmost important that you never use the crate as a form of punishment. It needs to remain a safe haven for them.

Make sure to take note of the following tips on how to crate train a puppy at night:

First, when you crate train a puppy at night realize that puppies under the age of 4 months have very little bladder or sphincter control. Puppies under 9 weeks of age should not be crated, since they need to eliminate quite often. When you do introduce your puppy to the crate, place something soft and comfortable at the bottom of the crate and you can also place a few treats inside. Allow your dog to enter of their own free will. Praise them when they go inside. Make sure to keep the door open and allow your dog to wander in and out until they seem comfortable.

Second, when it comes to puppy crate training, you need to realize that the crate isn’t intended to be a place you can lock your dog up and leave them for extended periods of time. If they soil the crate, they’ve been left in there too long and the this can really interfere with the house training process.

Third, at night it can be helpful to place the crate in your bedroom, as it will provide comfort to your puppy and encourage them to form a similar sleep cycle.

Lastly, once your dog is comfortable in their crate you can try closing the door. Wait to see how your dog reacts and as long as they are remaining quiet, you can let them out of the crate. Never let them out if they are whining or barking, this teaches them that when they do this you will always let them out. From then on, try extending the amount of time you leave them in the crate while you are around. Then when your dog is in their crate, try leaving the room for a few minutes and then come back in. Start increasing the amount of time you are out of the room.

These are just a few basic and simple tips that can help you when learning how to crate train a puppy at night.

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The Advantages and Disadvantages a Plastic Dog Crate Will Offer …

There are many types of dog crates on the market today. One of the most popular options if you are considering one for your pet is a plastic dog crate. A plastic version provides a great sense of security and comfort that your animal can receive from having one of these fine products as a home within your home. It provides an excellent refuge for your canine or other pet. It is a place to get away whenever he needs to escape something that has scared him or simply to nap. Your pet can consider a plastic dog crate his home and den if trained to properly use it..

Some of the advantages of owning a plastic dog crate over other types are ease of transportation, easy clean up, and great privacy. A plastic model is beneficial when the pet and the owner like to travel a lot. Many top models are airline approved which makes it the best way to transport your pet when you are ready to travel by air. The best models all offer good ventilation and a wonderful sense of privacy which can help make traveling with your pet a little less stressful.

When ready to purchase a plastic dog crate for your pet always consider all the options to you, from size to price to quality to comfort. When looking for one of these items, consider what you are willing to spend on your canine. Quality is one of the most important aspects of these products, and a high quality model will last many lifetimes, so it is worth the investment, which is usually quite affordable. The most common problem people seem to run into to is the size. If you are trying to use this product to help train a new puppy, never have a big one that the pet can actually move from one corner to the next in.

This will cause your pet to soil in a corner in the crate and rest in the other. A crate divider solves this problem and actually save you money in the long run because you can buy a big enough crate to accommodate his full size. When considering a plastic dog crate, it should be big enough were your pet can lie down and be comfortable in it. It should also be big enough your pet can turn around easily. The best method I have found is to measure your canine and then add a few extra inches to that size. That will allow for your dog’s head to move when he is sitting, standing or lying down. If it is a puppy you are looking for, there are many great guides available as to which size would most likely fit his full grown size.

Another great benefit of a plastic dog crate is that they are tough and durable. I have owned a few in my lifetime and they are all still in very great condition. I have had to replace the door on a couple of them, but that is a very economical way to update it and keep it running for many more years. I actually still use the first one my father gave me. It is probably as old as I am and has even spent some winters outside, but it is working great. The only downfall of a plastic dog crate is that they are big and bulky. They do not fold down like a wire or soft version will, but if you an get over this and want a long lasting product,, then one of these may just be the crate your are looking for.

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How Quick Are The Results When Crate Training Puppies?

There are several different house training options open to new dog owners. Crate training puppies is a method that is often disregarded, but one that offers some of the fastest results.

Information About Crate Training Puppies

Crate training is a method of housetraining your dog, whereby the dog spends most of its time indoors (when not under direct supervision) confined in a cage (crate) during the time before it is completely housebroken. The idea behind this is that the crate becomes the area for eating and sleeping, so your dog will have a natural instinct not to soil in the cage and will be encouraged to let you know when it needs to potty rather than sneak off behind the couch when you are not looking. By making sure you structure meal times properly and always take the dog outside to toilet immediately after meals, you are reinforcing to your dog that inside the house is not the place to soil and outside is. Once your dog is completely housebroken, you can leave the crate door open when you are home, so your dog can socialize with the family and still have a quiet place to retreat to when it wants.

Stages Of Crate Training Puppies

There are 3 key steps to successfully toilet training your dog using the crate method:

Introducing your dog to the crate – This is probably the most time consuming part of crate training as it cannot be rushed. Your puppy needs to feel the crate is its own special space, not somewhere it is being sent for being naughty. You may feel frustrated if your dog does not take to the crate at first, but making sure this step is done with the least distress will make the rest of the process much quicker.
Sticking to a routine – Once your puppy or dog has acclimatized to the crate, you need to follow a routine. First thing in the morning, outside to potty then praise, family time and back in the crate. Prior to each meal, a little play time, food then out to potty and exercise, followed by praise. When your pup is young, the toilet times need to be phased every couple of hours.
Phasing out crate time gradually – when you are seeing progress, indoor play away from the crate can be your dog’s treat for being good. These play times can be extended as housetraining progresses.

Speed of Results

There are too many factors to be able to say how quickly crate training puppies will lead to a fully housebroken dog – breed, temperament, even your own dedication will all have an impact. What can be said is that results have been seen in just a couple of weeks. Once your dog is comfortable with time in the crate, you will have a potty trained pup in next to no time. To make sure your own efforts pay off, you should read up on all the information available about house training and make your own plans even before you bring your new dog home for the first time.

How Quick Are The Results When Crate Training Puppies?