2007-02-03 09:33:32 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I took in a neighbor's pup because they decided, after months of letting it roam, they didn't want him. The first thing I did was crate train him. I called several trainers and also consulted with the vet and they told me that as long as he could turn around in the crate, he was fine, and that it was his security. Thinking he needed a bigger one, I bought another one for him and thought he would be so much happier. He hated it and cried until I put him in his old crate. As long as your dog can turn around in the cage, he should be ok. But, I would also have to ask how old the dog is. My older dog has never been in a cage since I rescued him, and he does fine. Is your dog still destructive, or, why do you still keep him in a cage? Please keep in mind that they do have to have food and water during the day. And exercise. If you are putting a 100 pound dog in a cage designed for a 30 pound dog, yes, it will hurt them.
2007-02-09 15:52:33 · answer #1 · answered by lucy7 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, the dog should be able to stand up and turn around in the cage. If the cage is too small then the dog could become stiff and uncomfortable, they can't tell you this so you have to be smart enough to know. Buy a bigger cage for the dog, what if you where is a slightly smaller cage? Think you would comfortable or like it? Think of this, it going to be in the cage for 8-10 hours, in the same spot, very uncomfortable. Treat you dog right, please buy a cage that fits their size.
2007-02-10 03:11:42 · answer #2 · answered by 1TON 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It dosn`t hurt them but makes them feel uncomfortable,They like big spaces where they can run and play if they stay in a slightly small cage they won`t get no exercise and they will be cramped get a bigger cage or at least put them in a big room and block the door way so the dog can at least strech, i`m sure if you were that dog you would be wanting out.
2007-02-03 09:46:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes the dog should be able to stand and walk around so that its spine doesnt curve or its cervical spine area doesnt become swollen due to constantly looking down.
Measure the dog
Toy dogs need a 36 x42inch crate
the sizes vary to GET IT RIGHT, dont forget that the recent legislation brought in about animal welfare would cover this area and if found too small you will be liable to prosecution and quite rightly so !
2007-02-07 21:13:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the long run it would. A dog is know to be more obedient when it isn't locked up and can exercise. It is true cause it works with my dog. It would be better to get a bigger cage though. Put yourself In that predicament.
2007-02-07 15:25:43 · answer #5 · answered by blu_bear011 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cages should be large enough for a dog to stand. if the dog can't stand than the cage is to small. i can't say it will hurt the dog but, it could be considered cruel.
2007-02-09 16:41:12 · answer #6 · answered by racingirl14 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How would you feel if your "bed was slightly too small every night" ? Get the animal a larger cage!!!
2007-02-09 09:11:38 · answer #7 · answered by Lila 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
would it hurt you to stay in a slightly smaller cage than your size all day? the cage should be big enough for them to be able to stretch out fully and stand up and stretch completely.
2007-02-03 09:44:56 · answer #8 · answered by dragonfly 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It can't be comfortable for the dog. Get a larger cage.
2007-02-09 04:51:05 · answer #9 · answered by newyorkgal71 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it causes the dog to be agressive ..distressed and disturbed..you should never KEEP dogs in cages..for the first few weeks as a puppy okay ..later if it must be kept in an enclosier it must have as much room as a 6' x4' room..with a run to do its toilet..there are new rules to keeping pets now..ask for details at your local rspca.
2007-02-03 09:48:24 · answer #10 · answered by silver44fox 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋