And WHY do you crate a dog, exactly?

Question

Thanks.

Answer 1

Crates, in my opinion, are abusive. However, some people use them becuase they beleive that they provide "protection" to thier dogs during travel. Some people think that the dog will escape from the leash.

Answer 2

First off a crate can act like a den for a dog. That means that a young dog should be able to understand that they don't potty where they sleep. So it helps with house training.

However I use a crate for my dogs (adults) because it allows them to be "good" while I'm gone. For example the other night I left one of my dogs out. He found a bag of "dental" bones and ate the whole thing, he was throwing up afterwards. Putting them in a crate means that they can't get into the trash, or tear up things in the house or potty all over the place (rare but it can happen). I come home and it is always a good greeting because they have been good.

BTW: I have a large crate that holds all my dogs so they aren't alone when I leave. I have one that has seperation anxiety so he does stupid stuff like eat all the bones when I leave LOL.

Answer 3

Many people crate dogs because they want to be able to control the dog from having full run of the house constantly, or because of problems with house training. It is usually for the benefit of the owner to have more control over the animal, this is especially true of owners who work during the day and do not want to come home to a house destroyed by a dog who has been loose all day. There are other ways to treat these issues but crating is one a lot of people seem to pick.

Answer 4

Dogs in the wild are cave dwellers. They feel safe and secure in a confined area. Dogs are very careful about their bed, and will not have "accidents" unless they have been overly confined or ill. For new puppy training, the crate provides them their quiet space where they can rest and sleep. Puppies should be out on their own, only when carefully supervised by a human. Just like a human baby would not be left out to wander around and get injured. Also, schedules are good, the puppies can learn how long they have to hold their bladder. I have a 10yr old dog, who was "crate raised", and she returns to her crate during storms or when she just wants solitude. The crate needs to be covered on 3 sides if it's all metal, and not set out in the middle of a room.

Answer 5

You may need to transport or contain the dog for safety reasons.My Dad raised dogs and I thought crating was mean, but the dogs seemed to love their crate.Now that I have had dogs of my own I understand.The crate can be a place of comfort and security for dogs.If you start with a young dog and make the crate comfortable ( Blankets,Toy etc) the dog has a home base.Reward the dog for going to its crate,then they will then go willingly.
Then if you are travelling or need to take the dog to the vet the dog will crate up and feel secure.We keep the dogs crate in the house and tell her to "kennel up"This is help-full during house Reno's,when you have lots of guests (if it is a house dog) If we need to stay with friend that do not like dogs,if we are camping. Our dog goes to her crate when she wants time out from young children.We reward her often with treats in her crate.I hope this answers your question.

Answer 6

The breeder told us it's a good idea to crate the dog so he has a place to go to feel safe. It's like his bedroom. We have a crate for our dog, who's now 6 months. We're going to get a bigger crate for him seeing how much he likes his crate. Originally, we were only going to use the crate while he was being trained. But, now he's very attached to it.

Answer 7

Crating serves many purposes. It provide the dog with its own "safe" den. It also protects the dog from getting into things it shouldn't and protects your "stuff" from a bored or anxious dog. The crate aids in house training as dogs do not potty in the dens unless they absolutely cannot physically hold back anymore.

Answer 8

Its easier to house train a puppy with crate (something about not pooping where you sleep), other than that, if your dog destroys everything when you are gone then maybe, but I am against it... with proper training for the breed you have the dog should be ok with out the crate.

Answer 9

Potty training. Crating is the best method in potty training your pet. All animal experts will tell you the same thing.

Answer 10

For training purposes. It works. Its not mean, it shows you care and care about your house not being peed and pooped in. Look up crate training and try it.

And my puppy is 2 yrs old-he is totally house broken and has full reign of the house, does not pee in it, poop in it, nor does he chew anything up. He is such a joy!!!