Saturday, March 16, 2013

One of the Best Canine Secrets Uncovered: Crate Training a Puppy

By Geraldine Dimarco


What do you know about crate training? Many individuals have thought that this is a cruel way to treat pets because this is basically training the dog to go to their crate for a certain period of time. It is actually the opposite. This is not only very helpful in canine training-crate training is also a kind compassionate way of dealing with your pet.

Before there were households that welcomed dogs as pets, they were in the wild. They survived by finding caves and other nooks that served as their shelter from all the danger out there. This is what crates are to them. It is their safe place that they can go to when they are stressed and need peace and quiet.

OK, so we know that crates are not these torture chambers reserved for disobedient pups. Now we can learn how to crate train them and so reap the benefits in doing so. Understand that it is always better to start as early as possible in canine training. Read on for great puppy training tips of experts that you can use yourself.

Crate training a puppy is not always the easiest task to accomplish. Aside from the inability to speak dog, it may not seem good to the dog to be put in a box-even if it is for their own good. The most important thing you need to keep in mind when training them is to be as gentle as possible. Remember that this may be a traumatic experience if not done correctly.

Find a good-sized crate that your dog will not feel cramped in without being too big. Make it as cozy as possible by putting in warm blankets, some dog treats and toys. Gently lead the dog inside the crate by feeding him treats leading up to it. When he is inside, leave the door open and continue to feed and pet him until he is completely relaxed.

After several times of doing the aforementioned steps, it's time to close the door. Give him his favorite chewy toy and wait until he has all his attention on it before you slowly shut the door. Be sure that he can see and hear you. If he starts crying and complaining, do not open the door. Instead talk to him reassuringly outside the crate until he calms down; only then can you proceed to bring him back out.

When he is at ease inside the closed crate, try leaving the room for several minutes. Gradually work it up to 30 minutes at a time. Of course, you know your dog best so use these puppy training tips only when it is suitable for your puppy's personality.

That wasn't so hard was it? Crate training a puppy is a good thing for the pet and owner alike. With a little bit of perseverance and loving discipline-you can be on your way to a happy and obedient dog in no time at all.




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