Should I start crate training my puppy the first day I bring her home?
Q. I'm getting a new puppy in a few weeks. She will be eight weeks old. Should I start crate training her the first day I bring her home? She has never been in a crate with the breeder. I don't know if I should put her in the crate at night her first night or what? When should "I start crate training her? Please help!
Asked by Kim - Tue Jun 1 10:54:41 2010 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes, Take her to her potty spot, use your commands, sit in a chair and wait, praise her when she does good. Put the crate by the bed, leave the night light on so she can see you and be reassured you have not abandoned her. It will be normal for her to protest the crate, but don't engage her. Maybe an old tee shirt with your scent on it and play a soothing cd or radio until she sleeps. Carrots are great for teething puppies too. I use a crate* to potty train with, but only for potty training and then I break it down and store it. I put blankets and a small food and water dish in the crate. Dogs don't potty where they eat and sleep. When they are first little, I only expect them to hold their potty for 4 hours, and then 6 hours, then… [cont.]
Answered by wishnuwelltoo - Tue Jun 1 16:30:04 2010

How do I help my puppy with crate training?
Q. We've had Dodger for 2 weeks. We keep him in my husbands home office, because my husband works from home and it gives Dodger company. Dodger is crated when he sleeps in the day and is out of his crate but confined to the room when he's not sleeping. That bit is going well. We've had few accidents in the room. At night, Dodger goes to sleep around 11 and wakes up at 5 or 6 am, when we take him outside to pee. We *thought* things were going fine until this morning, when I put my head way inside the crate, I noticed he'd been peeing in the back of his crate! I don't understand because he's really never been left alone in the house and we don't confine him to it for a long stretch, other than the 6-hour stretch at night. Is there a way… [cont.]
Asked by Cindy Lou Who --P3D-- - Thu Jun 14 13:05:35 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The crate should only be big enough for the dog to stand in and turn around. If it is a lot bigger than this, it is too big and your dog will find a corner far enough away from what he considers "his space" and use it. The remedy is to find a smaller crate, and if he's a puppy hang on to your current one when Dodger outgrows it.
Answered by Balaam's Talking AM Donkey - Thu Jun 14 13:37:54 2007

How do you crate train a puppy with separation anxiety?
Q. I have a four month old puppy with separation anxiety and I just got a crate for him. How do I crate train him to like his crate so I don't traumatize him?? And when I have to leave how do I put him in so he doesn't think it's a punishment?
Asked by Julia - Tue Dec 30 18:03:35 2008 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Easiest solution: When you take him out for walks, take him out using the crate. He will associate the crate with going outside (ie. FUN) and will have no problems jumping in! Using snacks is another good way to tempt him into there.
Answered by You can't handle the truth! - Tue Dec 30 18:15:39 2008

what is the best way to crate train your opsa lopsa?
Q. i have a opsa lopsa and it is 6 weeks old and it loves to whine in the right when i put in in it's crate to go to bed. the first night i let it sleep in the bed with me instead of the crate is htat a bad thing. it sleeps with me in my room cause of it's crate is in my room. what should i do when it whines in the middle of the night?
Asked by Jade - Sun Mar 23 12:41:51 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. A 6-wk old puppy is too young to sleep all night. The general rule of thumb for how long your puppy can stay alone in the crate: the puppy's age in months plus one. At night you can get by a little longer, but a 6-week old puppy will need food, water and bathroom at least once or twice during the night. So get up! You have a "baby" to care for.
Answered by Socion - Sun Mar 23 14:11:43 2008

What crate should I get for my female siberian husky?
Q. She is 3 months old, I really have no idea how big she is going get since she is my first husky. Anyone here have any suggestion how big of a crate I should get for a female siberian husky?
Asked by StarNo5 - Sun Feb 24 17:43:24 2008 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Joie is the only one who has given you something close to a correct answer. My Siberian females do fine in a 300-400 size crate. You DO NOT need to go any bigger, certainly not 48"!! For a plastic crate, this will do: Go with the 36"L x 24"w x 26"H For a wire crate, choose something with similar dimensions. Good luck!
Answered by Loki Wolfchild - Thu Feb 28 10:56:18 2008

How do I get my puppy to like her crate?
Q. My girlfriend and I just got an 8 week old Maltipoo (part maltese part poodle). We've had her for 2 days, today is day 3, and I am concerned because she doesn't like her crate. Every time we put her in the crate she walks out, and then when we put her in, pet her, and close the door. Eventually she starts whining and crying. Especially at night when we are trying to sleep. We let her play and potty before bedtime so she won't eliminate at night and she'll be tired. We have read a lot of articles and books about this and ask tons of people. Ignore her is what they say, but she cries for a long before stopping. Then a sort break, then she cries again. Some of them said she shouldn't be taking this long to like her crate. I would just… [cont.]
Asked by halfman - Sun May 13 15:28:47 2007 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. well it will take longer justbecause she is younger. give her lots of toys and treats, but most of all, tender loving care.
Answered by tochau - Sun May 13 15:32:13 2007

How am I supposed to get my puppy to LIKE his crate?
Q. Hi! I have a Doberman puppy that I am currently crate training. I've been told to do two things with this: ignore him when he whines and tries to get out, but get him to like his crate so that he'll go in it voluntarily sometimes. I've ignored his whines so that he is now quiet whenever he's in his crate, but every time I open the crate, he comes BOLTING out and never wants to look back. I understand he's a good dog so he'll stay in his crate without whining, but getting him to like and use it on his own accord is a completely different thing. How am I supposed to make him like a place that basically traps him?
Asked by Sunny_Smiles - Tue Jul 3 22:16:35 2007 - - 18 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Dogs see their crate as their den; a safe area for them where they can get away from the general noise and activities in the house and just relax. To get a puppy to like his crate, and to teach him its an ok place, you have to start really gradually. Toss some treats or a chew toy in the crate, so that he will go in to get them. Stay a little bit away, and make it clear that you will not close the door behind him. He will probably run in and grab the treats, and then bolt out. Next, try tossing them farther into the crate, so that he will have to go all the way in to get the treats. When he goes in the crate, praise him and make sure he knows that you are pleased. Also, every time he goes in the crate, say "crate" so that he will learn the… [cont.]
Answered by Marie - Tue Jul 3 22:46:26 2007

How do I get my puppy to realize her crate is a safe home for her?
Q. I just got a 8 week old Yorkie/Toy Fox Terrier mix and brought her home yesterday. I was able to crate her for a while last night (about 5 hours) and she took a nap in the crate with the door open. Today I put her in for about 15-20 minutes with the door closed and she cried a bit at first, but I didn't hear anything from the bedroom. Later today I had to run a quick errand so I crated her and she cried the whole time I was gone. Right now she is sitting in her crate with the door open and seems fine. How do I get her to know its ok to be in there with the door closed?
Asked by 25 or 6 to 4 - Sun Apr 1 18:30:06 2007 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Feed her in there, put pleasant things in there, like a blanket, or even better a dog bed. Keep all her toys in there. It takes some time to get used to, but don't give up because a crate is a VERY useful tool. Don't close the door unless she is relaxed. Gently shut it, then reward heavily, with something delicious, like chicken...just make the crate a postitive place to be, and work up closed-door time.
Answered by jumptumblestunt - Sun Apr 1 18:33:44 2007

What is a good age to stop crate training your puppy?
Q. I've been crate training my German Shepherd for a little over 3 months. He's getting pretty big which tells me (bigger crate). What is a good age or time to stop crate training and let him roam around freely when I am gone?
Asked by neilnelson - Mon Jun 22 19:21:07 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I don't go by age, I go by behavior. If you feel you can trust him to not soil in the house or destroy your things, he's ready. I have yet to find a dog trustworthy with the WHOLE house (or apartment) until around 2 years of age. Before you buy the next size crate, try leaving him in a puppy proof bedroom when you run an errand. Walk him first, make sure he eliminates on the walk and put him in the room with a kong (and the TV on). This will limit the destruction he can do. When you come back (an hour at the most), see how he has done. If he has done any damage or soiled, then you know to buy the next crate. I wouldn't just go one size up, though. I would buy the largest and section the back end off. That's what we did and it… [cont.]
Answered by BulliesRock - Mon Jun 22 19:30:24 2009

What are your opinions on crate training?
Q. My dog is not crated, but he does not have any issues with chewing or going to the bathroom inside, so he has free roam. I just wanted to see what other dog owners' opinions are on the subject of crate training. No, I'm not planning on crating mine at all. I personally do not like the idea. Just wanted to see what other people in the community thought about it!
Asked by Susan - Wed Dec 23 10:57:26 2009 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I wouldn't train a pup without it, but remember, it is supposed to be a temporary measure until you can trust your dog(s) to be at large in the house. IMO, it is not mean to be a life-long thing.
Answered by JenVT - Wed Dec 23 11:07:07 2009

How to get puppy comfortable in his crate?
Q. We recently got a new puppy and are trying to crate train him. He's ok with being in the crate with the door open but cries and yelps when it's closed. Does anyone have any suggestions as to how to make him more comfortable with being in his crate?
Asked by storygurl_05 - Fri Mar 30 09:41:57 2007 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Give him treats now and then and praise him each time he gets into the crate.. get a soft cuddly toy without anything which can be bitten off which he could choke/swallow on.. He will eventually get used to this and like the attention of being praised for it. Good Luck! x
Answered by Laura M - Fri Mar 30 09:45:44 2007

What is crate training and how does it work?
Q. I am getting a Great Dane puppy and have heard a lot about crate training but not sure what is entirely involved in this or its purpose, pros, cons, etc. Can anyone explain?
Asked by Dane - Sat Feb 6 08:50:14 2010 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I used it to help potty train the Dalmatian we had because of our work schedule. It worked like a charm for her. She was not a real young puppy so she could already go 3 hours between potty breaks. She was a fast learner too. The dog I have now now did not have to be crate trained because I am home everyday. I do not agree with crate training for behavioral issues. Most behavioral issues(chewing, tearing up things etc) can be corrected by exercising the dogs more.
Answered by Horse Lover - Sat Feb 6 09:13:02 2010

How do you crate train a puppy?
Q. Just got a Chihuahua puppy. She is 6 months old. How do you crate train? Steps and tips would be helpful!
Asked by Kathleen - Sat May 19 18:15:26 2007 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. While i agree with most of what Mr. Shepherd says, a puppy that age will not exactly relieve him/herself ANYWHERE. It will be away from feeding and sleeping areas, but sometimes either hidden or near the door. If pup understands concept of going outside, it will be near the door - which is as close as they can get without help to exit. My method is to take puppy or dog outside first thing in AM, after feeding, and each eve after eating. Then again before bedtime. At 6 mo. leave dog in crate 4 to 6 hrs TOPS. i always go with dog in yard and encourage them to "go potty". This results in dog learning to "go potty" on command - which is impressive, helps at vet's, and also later on (say at one year) you can SEND dog out saying "go potty"… [cont.]
Answered by Tanya968 - Sat May 19 19:46:19 2007

What size travel crate should I buy to bring home my 8 week old bernese puppy?
Q. I would like for it to fit him for two months. I don't want it to be too big though because then he will just go to the bathroom in one side of it. I wanted a travel crate so I could move it around the house easily.
Asked by puff - Sun Sep 27 17:46:04 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If you are using it for training, you want to keep it around for more than 2 months. Consistency is key and it's best to keep the same crate for at least the first year and a half. Bernese will reach 100+lbs at full size so you should definitely invest in a 48" long crate which also has a divider panel to support growth of your puppy. Here is a Midwest Life Stages: Wire crates are easier to clean in the event of an accident and are excellent for housebreaking.
Answered by AnimatedPet - Mon Sep 28 14:35:57 2009

What is the acceleration of the crate if the coefficient of kinetic friction is 0.4?
Q. A 10-kg crate is sliding down an incline that is 35 degrees above the horizontal. What is the acceleration of the crate if the coefficient of the kinetic friction is 0.4?
Asked by flipnv86@sbcglobal.net - Wed Dec 19 13:50:53 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. ___- Mass of crate = m =10 kg weight of crate = w = mg =10*9.8= 98 N Angle of incline= O = 35 degrees above the horizontal. Component of weight parallel to incline = mg sin O Component of weight parallel to incline =98*0.5736 Component of weight parallel to incline in downward direction = 56.212 N Component of weight perpendicular to incline = mg cos O=98*0.8192 Component of weight perpendicular to incline =80.277 N Normal reaction = R =Component of weight perpendicular to incline=80.277 N Normal reaction = R = 80.277 N The coefficient of kinetic friction= (mu) =0.4 Force of kinetic friction= f = 0.4*80.277 Force of kinetic friction= f = 32.064 parallel to incline upwards Net force on crate = Fn = 56.212 -32.064=24.148… [cont.]
Answered by ukmudgal - Wed Dec 19 14:28:30 2007

What happens if you crate train your puppy too early?
Q. My baby is 3 months, but he is really doing well.. (I think) He has not pooped or peed in his crate yet, and it is the only way I can make sure he wont pee or poor in his room, stinking up my whole house. What do you guys think?
Asked by chocolate_krys2000 - Thu Oct 4 15:43:05 2007 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Never to early, but remember what the crate is for. It is not so you can put him in there when you are home so you can watch tv and not have to worry about him. I am not accusing you of this, just using this as an example. The crate is there so anytime you leave the house you have a safe place for your dog. It can be used anytime you cant supervise your dog as well when you are home, but this cant be an everyday occurance. If this is the case, then you should not own a puppy. You should buy an adult dog. Part of the responsibility of owning a puppy is the raising of the puppy. As long as you are just using the crate when you leave the house and you arent locking your dog in there when you are home, you and your puppy are doing an… [cont.]
Answered by Spartan Mike K - Thu Oct 4 16:07:05 2007

How can two people crate train a puppy and keep a part time job?
Q. My girlfriend and I are thinking about getting a puppy. We both have part time job, and we have been reading up on crate training. It sais that you should take your dog out every 3 hours. We usually work 4 hour shifts on weekends. What's the best way to handle this situation?
Asked by dlevinas79 - Mon Feb 5 10:30:50 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Remember it is an animal not a human baby it can wait for you. I would also consider a 6-8 month old pup that has already been altered. They would be able to hold it a lot longer.
Answered by JR - Mon Feb 5 10:36:31 2007

What is the coefficient of static friction between the crate and the ramp?
Q. IP A 45- kg crate is placed on an inclined ramp. When the angle the ramp makes with the horizontal is increased to 22 degrees , the crate begins to slide downward. B) At what angle does the crate begin to slide if its mass is doubled? Can you plz work it out for me. Thanks!
Asked by Bdle - Wed Mar 3 18:47:47 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Draw a picture of the ramp, the crate, and a line for the normal to the ramp so you can keep track of what's going on. Gravitational force on the crate is F=mg straight down, where m=45 kg is the mass and g=9.8 m/s^2 is the acceleration of gravity. If the ramp is elevated an angle q from horizontal, the force normal to the ramp Fn is Fn = mg cos q and the force parallel to the ramp Fp is Fp = mg sin q (It's easy to get sin/cos confused in these sorts of problems. After you set the problem up, check that the normal force approaches the whole force of gravity as the ramp is tilted down so that it becomes horizontal, as you know that it should.) Static frictional force Ff is Ff = u Fn where u is the coefficient of static friction. This is… [cont.]
Answered by im - Wed Mar 3 22:56:09 2010

How to crate train a beagle puppy?
Q. I have read everyone different methods. I have new 8 week old beagle boy, Dexter, and he whines so loud in crate. I take him out and play for a bit and I make sure to take him out every three hours to pee or poo. At night I put him in box near my bed and pet him until he sleeps. I also put a radio near his crate with nice music. I am into the second day. Any other advice that can help? Understand, that I do not intend for the Dexter to stay in the crate like this forever. I have a beagle that we trained 2 years ago and he actually rarely goes into his crate now. We even leave him run of the house when we are gone. But I seem to have lost my memory of how I got Henry this well trained. It did not seem as hard. Or maybe I just… [cont.]
Asked by ellelque - Tue Sep 18 16:13:21 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. first of all move that crate to somewhere away from you.the pup wants to be with you and get constant attention-but you can't let that happen or behavior will get worse.the pup WILL give up,stop whineing at some point which is why the pup should not so close-not untill he understands he is not going to be let out until you say now .i know it is very hard in the beginning but you are doing the right thing letting him out often.as he ages it is wise to increase time in crate to 4 . hours. in time he will sleep in his crate the whole night -this will ne his den-his place. hang in there.
Answered by jeepactivities - Tue Sep 18 16:28:03 2007

I am trying to crate train my new dog and having trouble?
Q. I have a 4 year old german shepherd that we got at 8 wks that had no problem with crate training. This is a 5/6 month old black lab that we just got and hasn't been crate trained before and won't stop barking and whining. What can I do to get him acclimated to the crate?
Asked by reeba202 - Sun Nov 25 10:58:28 2007 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Put him in the crate for short periods of time. The second he is quiet for a few seconds at least.. Tell him GOOD boy and let him out. You want to slowly increase the time he is in there, and you want to teach him that the only thing that gets that crate door open is, for him to be quiet.
Answered by DP - Sun Nov 25 11:07:29 2007