Rules Of Crate Training - 5 Things You Need To Know

Dogs love routine! They seek and require structure and rules. Knowing the rules and having structure leads to a balanced mind, happy disposition, and healthy body. And a balanced dog is an asset to the family. Knowing the rules of crate training can provide the structure for balance for a new puppy, an adult dog from a shelter, or an elderly dog from a rescue organization.

Just like any other kind of training, crate training works best if you follow some basic rules. Many of these are the same as any basic training, but there are some things particular to crates that you want to be aware of. There are in fact five golden rules of crate training you should learn to help make it a more pleasant experience for both you and the dog. The rules of crate training are as follows:

1. Because you want your dog to feel that his crate is a place of safety and comfort, you must never send him there as punishment. Doing so will only make the crate seem like an unpleasant place and your dog won't want to go there.

2. Gradually introducing your dog to his crate is the best course of action. Don't push him to go in there too much at first. You might try just putting the crate out and seeing how he reacts. When your dog does go in the crate, be sure to reward him for his good behavior.

3. Do not place your dog into the crate until he or she has gotten an opportunity to go outside and do its business. It's not fair to expect a dog to "hold it", especially a puppy who may be physically unable to hold it. Urinating in the crate will reinforce a negative experience.

4. Once you let your dog out of his crate, be sure to bring him outside immediately to relieve himself. This will help to get your dog on a schedule and can greatly assist in housebreaking.

5. Never put your dog in the crate if he is stressed, anxious or scared. In fact, going into the crate should be your dogs idea. You want him to feel like it is a safe haven from him to go to, otherwise he won't want to be in there.

If you follow these 5 rules of crate training, your experience will be more successful as well as more pleasant for both you and your dog!

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Lee Dobbins is an avid dog lover who has owned many different types of dogs from a 90 pound Shepherd mix to a pure bred Pomeranian. She shares her years of research and experience in an Ebook and newsletter which you can download for FREE at www.dogcareandtrainingtips.com.

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