Crate Training

Crate training puppy may take some time and effort, but can be useful in a variety of situations. If you have a new puppy.
A crate is an indispensable tool for house training, as well as keeping your belongings and your puppy safe while you are gone.It is a good idea to start crate training your puppy right away.
Crate training is the process of teaching your puppy to go into its crate on command, and to accept the crate as a familiar and safe location.
Dogs are den-dwelling animals and advocates claim that a crate can become a den substitute। Those who advocate the use of crates believe that crate-training benefits both the dog and owner. Crate training is used widely in North America but is also used in Europe, Australia and elsewhere.
Benefits To Crate Training Puppy
1.House Training
A crate can be used as a big advantage to house training puppy. By instinct, most dogs do not want to defecate or pee in their den. The crate is intended to be a substitute for a den.
A puppy may be kept in a crate except during feeding time or during supervised play time. When allowed to exit the crate, the puppy is taken to a soiling area to poop or urinate.
A crate should be large enough for a puppy to be able to stand up, turn around, and lie down comfortably. The length should be about 1.5 times the length of the animal.
If there is too much space, the puppy might use the unoccupied end for wastes. If an owner doesn't want to buy multiple crates as the puppy grows, it's possible to block off one end of a larger crate, or to buy a crate with removable dividers.
The puppy's potty breaks must be frequent enough to avoid accidents since puppies have a difficult time controlling urination and defecation.
Control gets better as the puppy gets older. Even an adult dog, when ill or affected by certain medications, can end up soiling the crate, making the dog uncomfortable both physically and mentally, if the owner isn't vigilant and aware of the dog's needs.
Toys and soft bedding material in the crate make it more comfortable for your puppy.
Always provide water for your puppy anytime he is in the crate. Spill proof bowls or bowls that attach to the kennel gate work best.
A crate should not be used as a prison.Trainers advise that the crate only be closed when the owner is home. Crate training is not the same as confinement for extended periods.
No dog should ever be confined to a crate beyond its ability to control its bodily functions.
A crate should always be a pleasurable experience for a puppy. It may also be convenient for the owner.
2. Away from Home
Many veterinary clinics and hospitals keep dogs in crates when the dog must stay for observation or care. A dog who understands the concept of a crate may be less stressed during medical care and may be easier for the staff to handle. Some kennels also use crates. Another good reason for crate training.
3.Traveling by Air
When your puppy travels on an airline, he must be enclosed in an approved crate. Because travel is stressful for the dog, crate proponents claim that a crate-trained dog finds this experience less stressful than a dog who has not been crate trained. Molded plastic crates are suitable for this purpose.
4.Traveling by Vehicle
An unrestrained dog traveling in a car can create hazards for itself or its human companions by distracting the driver, leaping from the car or attacking passersby.
Dogs also should be restrained for the safety of the driver and the dog. A crate that is securely strapped into the car provides an easy method to contain the dog that still allows the dog to move comfortably during travel, although dog car harnesses and seat belts are also available.
TrainingCrate training usually involves rewarding a dog for entering the crate and for remaining there, using the crate as part of a play session, feeding the dog in the crate, allowing the dog to explore and use the crate until it is no longer intimidating.

Some Suggested Rules
Confinement to a crate should not be used as punishment.
Introduction to a crate should be gradual and accompanied by rewards.
A dog should not be placed in a crate unless it has relieved itself.
On release from a crate, a dog should immediately be taken outside. A visibly stressed dog should not be crated.

Types of Crates and Variations
Solid plastic crates are usually more suitable than other types for secure travel, such as in an airplane. They might also be safer in a car accident than other types.
Disadvantages are that they take up a lot of space and do not fold for storage.

Aluminium crates can be either fixed or folding. A few of their advantages are: light weight, very strong when constructed with appropriate bracing, will not rust, excellent airflow & vision for the dog, appealing looks compared to wire crates.
Aluminium crates are suitable for use at veterinary hospitals, car travel, as a permanent "den" for your dog inside the home and in breeding kennel environments.

Wire crates usually can be folded for storage or transport, although it might be difficult to do and they are fairly heavy for their size.
They provide more airflow for the dog and provide people with a clearer view inside and they range in size. Such crates are often used in car travel, at veterinary hospitals, and at kennels. There are a variety of covers and pads available to make crates safe and more comfortable.
Wire crates are also popular at dog shows; they allow the dog to be clearly seen by spectators, and the sashes, rosettes and ribbons won can be hung on the crate for display.

Soft crates can always be easily folded for storage or transport and are lightweight. They provide the dog with a stronger sense of security but still allow visibility and airflow. They cannot be used with dogs who are likely to dig or chew at the crate, and they are not suitable for transporting dogs in any type of vehicle.