{"id":3233,"date":"2023-05-22T10:45:44","date_gmt":"2023-05-22T10:45:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prettypetskennel.com\/?p=3233"},"modified":"2023-06-21T06:09:30","modified_gmt":"2023-06-21T06:09:30","slug":"how-to-crate-train-a-step-by-step-crate-training-for-your-puppy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prettypetskennel.com\/how-to-crate-train-a-step-by-step-crate-training-for-your-puppy\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Crate Train A Puppy: Step-By-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

One of the most essential training that should be done when bringing home a new puppy is to crate train them. Crate training is an effective way to teach your puppy good behaviour and discipline, provide a safe space, and facilitate potty training. The process isn\u2019t an easy one, but with the right approach coupled with patience and consistency, crate training your puppy can be done in a short period of time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This comprehensive guide to crate train your puppy will walk you through the steps of properly training your pet successfully. Pretty Pets Kennel will cover the essentials of crate training to help create a positive experience for your puppy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Crate Train A Puppy-Step-By-Step Guide<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Why Is Crate Training Important?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Crate training is important for both you and your puppy because of its numerous benefits in the long run. Especially when bringing home a new puppy to your home, they will be unfamiliar with your place at first, so establishing the crate training first is a way to respond to their natural instincts that seek a comfortable, safe space.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crate also helps establish boundaries between you and your dog, wherein they can secure a place to retreat whenever they desire. Once the feeling of security is established, other aspects of your crate training can take place. Besides, there may be a time when your dog needs to be put on crate rest<\/a> post-injuries and surgeries. Therefore, crate-training them at an early age allows them to get used to stay in their crate for an extended period of time without feeling confined or upset. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Training your puppy to get used to crates is a way to discipline them and build better behaviour. The tool is used for effective housetraining that helps them develop better potty behaviour, prevent anxiety and destructive behaviour, promote independence, and ensure the safety of your pet. In addition, crate training also promotes easier travelling with your dog, so whenever you need to take your dog anywhere – whether it\u2019s to the vet or to the park while in the crate – their experience is comfortable and secure while being in a familiar space.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crating Caution<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The common misconception when it comes to crate training is that it\u2019s used to restrict or punish the dog for their misbehaviour. This is definitely not what crate training is for, rather it\u2019s used for behaviour management and overall positive training that lets your dog feel safe, secure, and comfortable in their own space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When crate training is done incorrectly, dogs will associate negatively with it, and can feel frustrated, scared, and trapped. Here are some important crate training cautions to take note of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n