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Crate Training Guide: Please print this page out and keep it handy for training your new baby! We believe that crate training your new puppy is the easiest way to house train your puppy. Below is a crate training guide featuring essential puppy training tips to help you train your pup effectively.
Many people feel it is cruel to crate a puppy or a dog, often associating crates with negative experiences. I held this belief myself until my sister convinced me six years ago that crate training was one of the most valuable lessons for my new puppy. A crate keeps the puppy safe from chewing on things like electrical cords and your new shoes when you cannot supervise. It can be likened to a playpen for a baby and is an essential tool in housetraining a puppy. Puppies instinctively know not to soil their sleeping area, as they learn from their mother that they should eliminate away from their den.
Using the Dog's Natural Denning Instinct: Let’s examine dog behavior in the wild. Wild adult dogs naturally seek out a den or safe area to sleep. When a dam whelps her pups in the wild, she creates a clean den and teaches her pups not to potty where they sleep. Domestic dogs exhibit similar denning behavior. You may notice your dog sleeping under a table or next to furniture if no designated area is provided. It is not cruel to encourage this behavior from the moment you bring your puppy home; rather, it's essential that your pup has a safe space to call their own.
Setting The Rules From The Beginning: If your puppy whines when you first place him in his crate, it's likely because he prefers to be close to you, just as he was with his littermates. Allowing the puppy access to your lap, bed, or couch initially can make it harder to break these habits later on. Consider your dog's future size and whether you have enough room for the adult dog in your living space. Establish the