This is the puppy training podcast episode 178, all about crates.

This podcast is designed to help you on your journey of becoming best friends through love and learning as you train your own dog from home.

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Amy Jensen. Hello, and thanks for joining me on the puppy training podcast today. I was recently

asked about crates, why we use them, how long we use them for, if I have to use them forever,

and what kind. So I thought, let's do a podcast

all about crates. First, I want to give a shout out to Laurie. Thank you for listening,

Laurie. She brought home a new dog from a shelter last week. I know after COVID, shelters have

started to fill up. You may just find your next best friend at once. So go check out your local

shelter if you're looking

to add a dog to your family. There are many good dogs out there who need a loving home as well as

volunteer opportunities in your communities with shelters and rescues. Yes, the dog you find may need

some training, but all dogs do, right? So don't worry about that. We can help you with that part.

And create training is one place I start, whether you're getting a brand new puppy or you're

getting an older dog.

A crate is a wonderful resource to help house train that dog.

So why do we like crate so much?

Think of a crate as your dog's bedroom, a safe haven where they can relax and unwind.

I know a lot of people think of this as a

negative thing, maybe they call it a cage. Rather, think of it as your dog's bedroom. This is where

they get their good yummy chews. This is where their fun toys are. So this becomes a place our dog

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