Dog Crate Training Tips

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New dog, training tips?

I'm 18 years old and my family just got a new puppy yesterday and we're picking him up Wednesday May 17. Its a puppy Eskipoo (American Eskimo Dog/Poodle) and he's only a few weeks old. We never had a puppy before so I'm just asking for a few basic tips. My mom said we're going to crate train him and I'm not 100% what that is so any tips on that too? Any help would be good thanks :]

Crate training: Most pups like their crate because it can satisfy many dogs' need for a den-like enclosure. It's an effective housebreaking tool because it takes advantage of the dog's natural reluctance to soil its sleeping place, it can also help to reduce separation anxiety, to prevent destructive behavior (such as chewing furniture), and it keeps the pup away from potentially dangerous household items (i.e., poisons, electrical wires, etc.) I agree with the previous poster though--don't use it as a substitute for proper training. The idea is to take the pup out often enough (every couple of hours or so at first) so that it doesn't have to soil it's "home". Don't make it hold it for very long--especially when it's very young.

Keep the pup at home til it's had all of its shots. Your veterinarian may recommend keeping the pup home until he's 16-18 weeks old. Listen to your vet, even if obedience instructors insist the pup needs the socialization of a kindergarten class. Socialization is important, but not as important as avoiding exposure to fatal diseases such as parvovirus and distemper.

Socialize the pup. Find a dog park and let the pup get used to other people and other puppies. But be prepared to protect it, if necessary.

I agree with the previous poster that said to take it to basic obedience classes. But make sure it's a good class with a good instructor. There are some suggestions down at the source section:

Dog Training Tips : Crate Training Method for Dogs


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