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Their PETS !! That's a laugh.
I witnessed a dog in a crate in a laundry room in the house of a friend of a friend.
We went to pick her up - I'd never met her before - and she motioned us in as she wasn't yet ready to leave.
While waiting, I heard a dog whining and yelping. The idiot was busy making up her face so I searched to find out where the crying was coming from and it lead me to the basement. It still took me a while to find the dog as by then it had stopped crying.
The crate was covered with a heavy blanket and when I lifted it up, the dog was drooling or panting to the point of slobber on the floor. No water in the crate and I wondered if the blanket was suffocating him or causing a build up of carbon monoxide.
The dog could barely turn around! I wanted to let him out but he was a big dog and I went upstairs to confront the idiot owner and told her to let him out to pee and give him water.
This turned ugly and she ordered me to leave her house.
I know I was right for sticking up for the defensively dog, but wondering why people have a pet if they just put it in jail - that has less room than a typical gold fish in a small bowl !
this woman was upper middle class and had a Master's Degree.
I've seen many educated people with no common sense who crate their dogs while they're at work or go off skiing or shopping. WHY DO THEY EVEN HAVE A DOG ???? AND WHAT TO DO WITH THIS HEARTLESS IDIOT ????
Answer
My dog has horrible separation anxiety and chewed up my furniture last time I left him alone in the house, so I crate him when I'm at work. He is a pug (small dog) and has a cage made for labs (big dogs) so he has space to turn around in it. I always make sure he has a bone, some toys and a full water bowl. That lady you are talking about should never be able to own a dog - that dog could of died of thirst! You should have a long, polite conversation with her about it. If she still gets angry at you, call animal control.
My dog has horrible separation anxiety and chewed up my furniture last time I left him alone in the house, so I crate him when I'm at work. He is a pug (small dog) and has a cage made for labs (big dogs) so he has space to turn around in it. I always make sure he has a bone, some toys and a full water bowl. That lady you are talking about should never be able to own a dog - that dog could of died of thirst! You should have a long, polite conversation with her about it. If she still gets angry at you, call animal control.
How do i crate train my dog?
Bob Chaves
How long does it take?
Does my dog have to sleep in the crate?
Answer
Every year, millions of dogs are surrendered to the pounds and humane societies because they are believed to be "untrainable". Their "bad behaviour" includes chewing furniture and shoes, barking too much and ignoring commands - all problems that are not permanent and easily corrected if you take the time to do so.
As difficult as it may be to remember, your dog is not a little person. You cannot reason with a dog to get him to behave the way you would like. Even though they have shared our homes for thousands of years, dogs still retain many of the instincts and characteristics of the wild dogs from whom they are descended. Bred from ancestral wolves, dogs are both pack and den animals and for this reason, most dogs will accept a crate as part of their lifestyle. Like a baby's playpen, a crate or cage is a place in which your dog can stay when you are unable to keep an eye on him.
Choosing a Crate
A crate is a dog's very own special place. When you choose a crate, be sure to select the correct size for your dog. The crate must be large enough for the adult dog to stand up straight, turn around and lie down in a stretched position. Crates usually come in two varieties: fiberglass and metal. A fiberglass crate will provide a greater sense of security for your dog; a metal crate is collapsible and will allow for better circulation.
Introducing Your Dog to the Crate
For crate training to be most successful, your dog must be properly introduced to the crate. Crate training should begin as soon as you bring your new dog home. Equip the crate with water and a blanket or towel. Start off slowly and increase the time gradually. Place the crate out of the way, but not away from the action: your dog is one of the family, and needs to feel he is not being banished when confined in the crate.
Introducing your dog to the crate should be positive and fun. Never place your dog in the crate after disciplining him. Your dog needs to feel the crate is a happy, secure place. Select a command such as "Into your house". Encourage your dog to enter by tossing a treat into the crate. Leave the door open at first. Once your dog enters readily, close the door for a few minutes, and praise him with a cheerful, positive voice. Leave your dog with a special chew toy, just for the times he is in the crate.
Scheduling is very important. Ideally, young puppies would not be crated for more than three hours at a time - they cannot be expected to hold their bladders for more than a couple of hours. Adult dogs should not be crated for much more than eight hours. If you must leave your puppy or dog for longer than the ideal length of time, be sure the crate is arranged to provide a bedding area and a papered area to accommodate "accidents". If your dog needs to use the papers in the crate, under no circumstances should you scold or punish him.
Any complaining your dog may do at the beginning is not usually caused by the crate, but by the new controls set by this unfamiliar environment. Do not let your dog out when he whines or complains. By doing so, you will only reward his bad behaviour. When your dog settles down for five minutes, release him from the crate.
Once you feel your dog can be left on his own, you may practice leaving him alone for short periods of time. Allow your dog access to only certain areas of your home. As with children, place breakables and dangerous items well out of reach!
Your dog's crate is a tool that should allow you to have a smoother, happier relationship with your dog. It is not intended as a place to leave your dog and ignore him.
While crate training is a very effective method of training your dog, it may not be the answer to every behaviour problem your dog might exhibit. If your dog seems to be taking a long time to come around, do not give up! Your dog can be trained to be a fastidious member of your household regardless of age. Just be sure to give your dog every chance to do the right thing, at the right time, in the right place, and let your dog know you love him for him!
The Golden Rules of Crate Training:
The crate belongs to your dog. It should be off-limits to children.
You are the "pack leader", and you are in charge. Your dog needs to learn this!
Never let your dog out when he is whining. Giving in will make it more difficult to train him.
Remember, you are doing your dog a favour by keeping him safe and out of trouble when you are unable to supervise him.
Your dog's crate is not intended for long hours of use. When you are at home, your dog needs to be out of his "house" and in your company.
Never use the crate as a means of punishment.
Do not place the crate in a draft or in direct sunlight.
Do not leave a collar or tag on your dog when he is in the crate. It may catch on the bars and cause injury to your dog.
Every year, millions of dogs are surrendered to the pounds and humane societies because they are believed to be "untrainable". Their "bad behaviour" includes chewing furniture and shoes, barking too much and ignoring commands - all problems that are not permanent and easily corrected if you take the time to do so.
As difficult as it may be to remember, your dog is not a little person. You cannot reason with a dog to get him to behave the way you would like. Even though they have shared our homes for thousands of years, dogs still retain many of the instincts and characteristics of the wild dogs from whom they are descended. Bred from ancestral wolves, dogs are both pack and den animals and for this reason, most dogs will accept a crate as part of their lifestyle. Like a baby's playpen, a crate or cage is a place in which your dog can stay when you are unable to keep an eye on him.
Choosing a Crate
A crate is a dog's very own special place. When you choose a crate, be sure to select the correct size for your dog. The crate must be large enough for the adult dog to stand up straight, turn around and lie down in a stretched position. Crates usually come in two varieties: fiberglass and metal. A fiberglass crate will provide a greater sense of security for your dog; a metal crate is collapsible and will allow for better circulation.
Introducing Your Dog to the Crate
For crate training to be most successful, your dog must be properly introduced to the crate. Crate training should begin as soon as you bring your new dog home. Equip the crate with water and a blanket or towel. Start off slowly and increase the time gradually. Place the crate out of the way, but not away from the action: your dog is one of the family, and needs to feel he is not being banished when confined in the crate.
Introducing your dog to the crate should be positive and fun. Never place your dog in the crate after disciplining him. Your dog needs to feel the crate is a happy, secure place. Select a command such as "Into your house". Encourage your dog to enter by tossing a treat into the crate. Leave the door open at first. Once your dog enters readily, close the door for a few minutes, and praise him with a cheerful, positive voice. Leave your dog with a special chew toy, just for the times he is in the crate.
Scheduling is very important. Ideally, young puppies would not be crated for more than three hours at a time - they cannot be expected to hold their bladders for more than a couple of hours. Adult dogs should not be crated for much more than eight hours. If you must leave your puppy or dog for longer than the ideal length of time, be sure the crate is arranged to provide a bedding area and a papered area to accommodate "accidents". If your dog needs to use the papers in the crate, under no circumstances should you scold or punish him.
Any complaining your dog may do at the beginning is not usually caused by the crate, but by the new controls set by this unfamiliar environment. Do not let your dog out when he whines or complains. By doing so, you will only reward his bad behaviour. When your dog settles down for five minutes, release him from the crate.
Once you feel your dog can be left on his own, you may practice leaving him alone for short periods of time. Allow your dog access to only certain areas of your home. As with children, place breakables and dangerous items well out of reach!
Your dog's crate is a tool that should allow you to have a smoother, happier relationship with your dog. It is not intended as a place to leave your dog and ignore him.
While crate training is a very effective method of training your dog, it may not be the answer to every behaviour problem your dog might exhibit. If your dog seems to be taking a long time to come around, do not give up! Your dog can be trained to be a fastidious member of your household regardless of age. Just be sure to give your dog every chance to do the right thing, at the right time, in the right place, and let your dog know you love him for him!
The Golden Rules of Crate Training:
The crate belongs to your dog. It should be off-limits to children.
You are the "pack leader", and you are in charge. Your dog needs to learn this!
Never let your dog out when he is whining. Giving in will make it more difficult to train him.
Remember, you are doing your dog a favour by keeping him safe and out of trouble when you are unable to supervise him.
Your dog's crate is not intended for long hours of use. When you are at home, your dog needs to be out of his "house" and in your company.
Never use the crate as a means of punishment.
Do not place the crate in a draft or in direct sunlight.
Do not leave a collar or tag on your dog when he is in the crate. It may catch on the bars and cause injury to your dog.
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