subject: Quit Making Goof Ups With Crate Training Dogs [print this page] As soon as you bring your puppy home is the best time to start crate training. Most puppies will chew on anything and not only destroy your furniture and shoes but could get into serious trouble. If you bring your puppy home from the breeder and he has already been introduced to the crate it is important that you continue that training. This gives you a head start on potty training for your puppy. Also traveling crate training dogs are accepted in more places such as motels and airports. Don't ever punish your dog by putting it in a crate, it should be an enjoyable place for them to be.