Creating a safe, comfy den for your new dog has many advantages for both you and your pet. Dogs are naturally den animals and feel most comfortable in small spaces. Making a good den for your dog requires some work and careful attention but it is worthwhile for you both.
Your puppy requires a space where it can feel secure while you are out, or are otherwise occupied and cannot actively supervise your pet. To make a den, you need a dog crate and pet gates to cordon off an area for a pen.
Select a safe, spacious area in your house where your dog won't encounter any hazards, and can't destroy anything valuable. Block off the area using robust dog gates and place a dog crate in the area for sleeping. Keep the crate door open, allowing for your pup to go in and out at his leisure. The crate is a relaxing environment for the pup giving it a cosy cocoon, and a sense of safety. This is a vital part of teaching your pup to feel safe and independent without you there.
Ensure your pup can still see beyond its area of enclosure and can interact with you while he is inside and you are outside. This will assure the pup you're not deserting it or punishing it. When you're home it's important to establish a balance between the time the pup is in its den, and when it's got more liberty to play with you elsewhere in the house. The pup requires enough time in its den to feel relaxed there, and sufficient time with you to not feel like a captive.
Puppy needs to respect the bounds of its enclosure and not be continually attempting to escape. To avoid this, do not stand directly on the opposite side of the gate and speak to your pet. This will only inspire attempts of escape. Don't ignore your dog either. Make sure you are bringing your puppy out often to go to the bathroom in order to stop accidents in his den area. Don't leave your puppy untended in his crate for extended periods. More than a few hours at a time is too long. Make certain your puppy has lots of toys and things to do in its den. There's a fragile balance between creating a cosy, contented den area and making a prison.
Making a safe, comfortable den will improve your dog's behaviour, help with housebreaking, reduce destructive behavior, and create a routine. Look for further articles on how to correctly crate train your new puppy.
Your puppy requires a space where it can feel secure while you are out, or are otherwise occupied and cannot actively supervise your pet. To make a den, you need a dog crate and pet gates to cordon off an area for a pen.
Select a safe, spacious area in your house where your dog won't encounter any hazards, and can't destroy anything valuable. Block off the area using robust dog gates and place a dog crate in the area for sleeping. Keep the crate door open, allowing for your pup to go in and out at his leisure. The crate is a relaxing environment for the pup giving it a cosy cocoon, and a sense of safety. This is a vital part of teaching your pup to feel safe and independent without you there.
Ensure your pup can still see beyond its area of enclosure and can interact with you while he is inside and you are outside. This will assure the pup you're not deserting it or punishing it. When you're home it's important to establish a balance between the time the pup is in its den, and when it's got more liberty to play with you elsewhere in the house. The pup requires enough time in its den to feel relaxed there, and sufficient time with you to not feel like a captive.
Puppy needs to respect the bounds of its enclosure and not be continually attempting to escape. To avoid this, do not stand directly on the opposite side of the gate and speak to your pet. This will only inspire attempts of escape. Don't ignore your dog either. Make sure you are bringing your puppy out often to go to the bathroom in order to stop accidents in his den area. Don't leave your puppy untended in his crate for extended periods. More than a few hours at a time is too long. Make certain your puppy has lots of toys and things to do in its den. There's a fragile balance between creating a cosy, contented den area and making a prison.
Making a safe, comfortable den will improve your dog's behaviour, help with housebreaking, reduce destructive behavior, and create a routine. Look for further articles on how to correctly crate train your new puppy.
About the Author:
Pamela Noble enjoys writing articles on helpful family topics for DogFolks.com. You can find further information on dog crates, dog gates and other accessories on the Dog Folks site.
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