| A dog crate is a necessity for your dog, through his | | | | dog creates. It's best to get a crate for training your |
| puppy days and for his whole life. Your dog's | | | | dog that's only just big enough for your dog to lie |
| ancestor, the wolf, had a den to call home, a place | | | | down in, because that gives him more of a sense of |
| of safety. The dog crate takes the place of the den, | | | | security. Some dog crates come with adjustable |
| which is deeply embedded into your dog's instincts. | | | | panels, so that you can gradually increase the size of |
| The crate should be kept in a room where the dog | | | | the dog crate as your puppy grows. |
| can go for a retreat to rest. | | | | A plastic dog kennel with metal barred doors are |
| A dog crate can make an enormous difference in | | | | acceptable with airlines, if there's a chance that you |
| house-training your new puppy. He will not want to | | | | will be traveling and would take your dog with you. |
| do his 'business' in the close quarters of the crate. If | | | | For dogs with heavy fur, a wire dog kennel may be |
| you take him immediately from the crate to the | | | | more comfortable because of the better air |
| backyard, where he can conveniently do it there, he | | | | circulation, and a blanket could be placed over it in |
| will get the idea quickly. Using his dog crate will make | | | | colder weather. |
| dog training easier on you and your puppy. | | | | Following these simple suggestions will ensure that |
| Dog crates come in many different styles and sizes; | | | | the dog crate you choose for your pet will provide |
| everything from a standard dog crate to designer | | | | comfort and security for years to come. |