- We talked to Anna Flayton, senior dog trainer for PUPS Pet Club in Chicago, for her advice on how to crate train your dog. ... Finding the best crate for your dog is key. You want to get one thats durable, comfortable, and flexible with whatever training youre doing, says Flayton.
- If you want to get one large enough for your puppy to grow into, block off the back so he has just enough room, and increase the space as he grows. Cover the floor of the crate with a rug or soft pad to make it comfortable and inviting, and youre ...
Use your puppy's age in months ... where you spend a lot of time, such as the family room or kitchen. Put a soft sleeping blanket or towel in the crate....
- Once, he understands that good ... formal training. With treats and a clicker I will start to shape going in the crate. If I go near the crate, the dog will likely go in an explore, or at least stick his head in just to check and see if there might be something good in there. When he does, I click and toss the treat outside the crate. He will likely eat the treat and then return to the crate. I will continue to shape the behavior until the dog is entering the crate easily...
- Make the crate feel like a welcoming and safe place by putting it where your family spends the most time, such as the family room. Placing a crate mat, soft blankets or a dog bed inside can help to make it feel more comfortable, too, though ...
- Skip the collapsible or soft-sided crates during training. Theyre better for travel once your dog already sees the crate as a safe space. Place a soft, washable blanket or bed inside the crate.
