I'm getting a brand new pug puppy on Thursday. He is 10 weeks old and has been raised this far underfoot with children. The lady that i'm getting him from said that he sleeps in a plastic bin with a hole cut in the side, but he doesn't have any experience in a kennel. I want to get him adjusted to a kennel right away because he'll have to stay there when nobody is home to watch him. Should I bring the kennel with me to pick him up, and put him there immediately so that it's the first place that he gets comfortable with his new owners? or is that a mean thing to do to a puppy?
2007-04-24 01:50:33 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I would bring the kennel with you, letting him ride home in it. A nice cushy towel and a toy would be a nice welcoming.
His "plastic bin with a hole cut in the side" sounds like the making of a kennel. The main difference would possibly be the size & a gate. Kennels are great; the pup will condsider it to be his place. It's also nice if you're out of the house that he's in a safe place, not getting into trouble. Just remember not to use it as a place for punishment.
Congrats on your newest addition.
2007-04-24 02:07:13 · answer #1 · answered by tlh_98 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its not mean. It is the safe responsible thing to do. This will not only keep the puppy from roaming around the car and being a distraction to your driving, but should an accident occur it will help protect your puppy.
Once at home make the crate a positive experience, feed your puppy in the crate, give him treats and praise when he goes in the crate. The best place for the crate is your bedroom. This way the puppy feels closer to you at night, and you'll be able to hear him fuss should he need an night time bathroom run.
I'd recommend a plastic crate for your pup. It will be closer to what he is used to than a wire crate and he will likely make the transition easier.
Congrats on the new puppy.
2007-04-24 10:20:47 · answer #2 · answered by Bindi *dogtrainingbyjess.com* 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not a mean thing at all for you to do for the puppy... The dog might even like it for awhile because he will feel secure in it. I would think if he used to a plastic bin that he will like the crate better because you can see out more. I would recommend picking him up without it and then when you come home introduce him... Maybe shut him in there for 10 minutes and walk outside and the come back... this will show him in the beginning that you do come back no matter how long (they don't have a time concept like we do)... Good luck!
2007-04-24 08:55:46 · answer #3 · answered by nikkipba 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't like crates to be used on any dogs, but people are going to do it regarless so I might as well tell you the best way to do it.
When buying a crate for your puppy you want to be sure it is the right size, In order for it to become a home for your pet the create must be comfortable. It should be large enough to allow your pet to stretch out flat on his side , stand up, and turn around. It is preferable, though , to get a crate that would be to big rather than too small.
Location is key. You want to put the crate in a quiet area of the house where there is as little traffic and excitement as possible. Place a blanket or rug on the bottom of the crate, and provide a nylabone or hard rubber toy for your puppy to chew on.
To indruduce your puppy to his/her new crate start gradually. Encourage them to go into their house. Offer words of praise and encouragement. Leave them in the crate for 5, 10, 15, and 20 minutes, eventually working up to half an hour of crate time.
Give your puppy a chance to relieve him/hserself before they are put in the crate. At night don't give your puppy water after 7:00 or 8:00 pm or at least one hour before bedtime.
In just a few days your puppy should look forward to spending time in the crate and venture outside of it by choice/
It's not all about crate time, allternate with time to play and time to go to the bathroom . Once your puppy is trained he/she can be put in the crate for one or two hours at a time throughout the day during nap time or when they are alone.
Gradually accustom your puppy to being in the create while you are in another room. Never use the crate a means of punishment. Then it will be useless as a training tool.
If you will be gone for a long period of time, put you puppy in an enclosed area with his crate door open. Leave a pile of newspapers as far away from the crate as you can, because naturally you puppy will want to relieve him/herself as far away as possible from where they sleep.
Make sure your puppy is happy and content when he/she is inside the crate. If they are firghtened, sit by the crate and reassure your puppy the best you can.
People are leaving their dogs in crates when they work or school. Leaving a dog in a crate for 8 hours at a time is not right. I have 9 Shih Tzu's never have they ever been crated except for at my groomers and that is only for a few hours because she only does my dogs on that day. I was bless with a good groomer.
2007-04-24 08:54:45 · answer #4 · answered by china 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
"China" is right-very very long winded, but correct none the less. I however do kennel my dog every day before going to work. You do not leave a young Irish Wolfhound loose in your house unless you don't want your house when you come home. he he
2007-04-24 09:02:09 · answer #5 · answered by dragondave187 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you should put him kneel. on the ride home and then let him out when you get home.
2007-04-24 08:55:51 · answer #6 · answered by maygirl290 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋