Essay On Canine Stress

One of the biggest dilemmas people go through when looking for a dog crate for their new canine is, "what size do I get." This is an everyday occurrence in the canine world and can be a source of stress for a new pet owner. This article is designed to alleviate some of that stress and allow you to enjoy the benefits and pleasures of welcoming a new pet to your family without the stress of choosing which size of cage to buy for your new pet.

Dogs are instinctual animals by nature and are already born with the instinct to keep their dens clean. If properly trained, his, or her crate will be that dog 's den in your house. Finding the right size will help your new dog treat his or her crate like his or her den and use that natural instinct to

The best way to find the right size is to measure your dog. Measure your puppy from his or her nose to the base of his or her tail and from the floor to the top of his or her head when standing tall. Then pick a kennel that allows three to four inches of room on any side. This will allow your dog to stand up, sit down, and lie down in his or her kennel.

If you do have a puppy, it is best to pick a crate that will accommodate his or her full grown size and pick a cage that will accommodate his or her full grown size. That way you do not have to buy many different dog crates as your puppy grows up. Crate dividers come in handy in this situation. You can even build a simple crate divider out of a piece of wood or other material. They allow the crate to be adjusted to any size which will not allow your puppy to use one corner as the restroom and the other as his resting place.

The correct size dog crate is essential when crate training your dog. Make sure you understand the basics of crate training and pick the proper size when purchasing a crate for your dog. If done right, you and your pet will benefit from using this remarkable training