For some reason, a lot of people think crate training puppies is cruel. That's simply not true! When done right, crate training is a great way to raise a happy, confident and well-behaved dog.
Using crate training to train your new puppy is both effective and humane. It helps establish his place in your home, giving him a strong feeling of security. It not only gives your puppy his own special den - it also helps you establish how he is to behave in your home.
Here are five tips for effectively crate training a new puppy:
1. Never use the crate to punish your dog.
If he misbehaves, you should calmly lead him to the crate. Then sit and talk to him for a few minutes so he knows you aren't angry or mad at him. The crate should always be a happy place to be. A place he can rest and relax, instead of a place for punishment.
2. Make the crate comfortable and pleasant for your dog.
The crate should be a safe, relaxing place for your puppy. Don't put food and water inside. Instead, give him his favorite blanket to sleep on and a safe chew toy. Reward him whenever he goes inside with his favorite treat.
3. Don't make your puppy spend too much time in his crate.
Dogs are social. They are pack animals and want to be with the rest of their pack. This means you. Never force your puppy to spend all day locked in his crate.
4. Always be consistent.
When crate training, it's so important to be consistent. If you use the crate to redirect your puppy from jumping on people, be sure you crate him each and every time he jumps up on someone.
Don't forget - this isn't a punishment. Let family and guests visit your puppy while he's in his crate. Have them say hi and talk to him for a minute.
5. Use a schedule when crate training your puppy.
Use your crate to let your puppy get some much needed rest during the day. He's naturally a light sleeper. In fact, he's always "on guard" and ready to protect your family if necessary. By scheduling nap time, you let him rest and relax in the safety of his own den.
Crate training is a great way to train your new puppy. It gives him his own little "kingdom" - and helps define your role as pack leader the first step in any successful dog training program.
Done right, crate training puppies isn't just humane it's a loving and compassionate way to train any dog. You're able to establish your role as pack leader and build a strong relationship with your new puppy. Even better, it eliminates much of the drama usually associated with dog ownership.
Using crate training to train your new puppy is both effective and humane. It helps establish his place in your home, giving him a strong feeling of security. It not only gives your puppy his own special den - it also helps you establish how he is to behave in your home.
Here are five tips for effectively crate training a new puppy:
1. Never use the crate to punish your dog.
If he misbehaves, you should calmly lead him to the crate. Then sit and talk to him for a few minutes so he knows you aren't angry or mad at him. The crate should always be a happy place to be. A place he can rest and relax, instead of a place for punishment.
2. Make the crate comfortable and pleasant for your dog.
The crate should be a safe, relaxing place for your puppy. Don't put food and water inside. Instead, give him his favorite blanket to sleep on and a safe chew toy. Reward him whenever he goes inside with his favorite treat.
3. Don't make your puppy spend too much time in his crate.
Dogs are social. They are pack animals and want to be with the rest of their pack. This means you. Never force your puppy to spend all day locked in his crate.
4. Always be consistent.
When crate training, it's so important to be consistent. If you use the crate to redirect your puppy from jumping on people, be sure you crate him each and every time he jumps up on someone.
Don't forget - this isn't a punishment. Let family and guests visit your puppy while he's in his crate. Have them say hi and talk to him for a minute.
5. Use a schedule when crate training your puppy.
Use your crate to let your puppy get some much needed rest during the day. He's naturally a light sleeper. In fact, he's always "on guard" and ready to protect your family if necessary. By scheduling nap time, you let him rest and relax in the safety of his own den.
Crate training is a great way to train your new puppy. It gives him his own little "kingdom" - and helps define your role as pack leader the first step in any successful dog training program.
Done right, crate training puppies isn't just humane it's a loving and compassionate way to train any dog. You're able to establish your role as pack leader and build a strong relationship with your new puppy. Even better, it eliminates much of the drama usually associated with dog ownership.
About the Author:
Training a new puppy is challenging without the right tools. I found everything I needed to know about crate training puppies -- and more at www.TheSmartDogOwner.com.
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