Tips For Choosing Among Dog Kennels and Runs
Tips For Choosing Among Dog Kennels and Runs
I remember my frustration when I was choosing a dog crate for my first pup. Not only was I choosing among dog crates, but was also considering dog kennels and runs. There were so many options and of course there was a question of size. I hope that this article can help you get over the frustrating part quickly so you can enjoy life with the new addition to your family!
Indoor use: dog crates
If you're like me and like to keep your pet close to you, then dog crate will be the best option. You can put it in the kitchen, living room, or whatever room you spend the most time in. It comes really handy when you need to go somewhere and your pup isn't fully housetrained yet or is determined to chew on your new sofa!
You will find crates made of fabric, metal (wire crates) and plastic, which are often also approved for air travel. Wire crates are usually the best choice for use at home as they provide superior ventilation and safety for escape artists. You can even buy fabric or wooden crate covers so that the crate will match the look of your home.
Outdoor use: dog kennels and runs
On the other hand, if you would like to have your dog in the back yard, you will find better choices among dog kennels and runs. Outdoor dog kennels are made of chain link fencing and a dog house to protect your pet from the elements. If you have room to spare, you should consider attaching a dog run to it, separated by chain link door, so that your dog will have a larger safe, escape-proofeed area to romp and play in.
Do you intend to let your dog in the house?
If you keep your dog in a dog kennel, but intend to let him in the house from time to time, you will still need to housetrain him, which is really easy to do if you just use a dog crate for the first two months when your new dog arrives. You will find a link to detailed instructions at the end of this article.
How long will you need to leave your dog in there?
Another thing to consider is the length of time your pup will spend in this enclosure. Dog crates are wonderful, but they are usually small and therefore not meant to be used for more than about 8 hrs at a time. Dog kennels and runs definitely have an advantage here. However, if you have a small to medium breed and you require a large enclosed indoor space for your dog, you could buy a dog crate for giant breeds or an exercise pen for dogs.
My dog is 6 years old. Is it too late to crate train him/her?
Don't worry, it's never too late. As long as your dog likes some kind of dog treat, that is. I like to use these tricks to get my dog accustomed to the crate before I close the door behind him for the first time:
I leave some extra smelly, extra yummy treats in there and let him discover them by himself.
I start feeding him in the crate - just put his bowl in there for a few days.
Then start closing the door a little while he's eating, making the duration longer and longer each time. Eventually you can put a stuffed Kong in there, close the door for a few minutes, and return just before he has finished the treat.
With patience and small steps you will have your dog crate trained in no time.
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