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Dog crates: A Dog’s Crate Is His Castle
Dog crates: why you might want one
If you don’t already own a dog crate for your pet, you might be thinking what the point is in getting one. After all, you bought a dog to become a cherished member of the family, not to lock it away in a little box?
Well, aside from the practical advantages I’m about to go in to, there is one big reason to celebrate the crate – dogs dig dog crates! Dogs love to have a place of their own in which they can snuggle down and feel secure and if they were in the wild, they would probably be on the lookout for a handy den. A well-sized, comfortable dog crate will soon become Your Dog‘s favourite hideaway. By the way, well-sized means not too big. An oversized crate will have your dog assuming it has en suite facilities!
Now for some practical benefits of dog crating. It can help with house training, when travelling and on any occasion when you want to control your dog’s movements, for example when expecting a visit from people who don’t own a dog and are wary of them.
Choosing the right kind of crate
But what kind of crate does your dog need? A Soft Dog crate or a wire one? Are wooden dog crates best for your pet? What type do you need for your overseas vacation?
If your pooch is a newly-trained pup that hasn’t quite got out of the chewing habit, you might want to opt for a wire crate. Don’t skip on quality, though. A good wire dog crate will resist chewing while a shoddy one will look a mess in a short space of time.
If your dog is a bit older, wooden dog crates are best in terms of aesthetics and can make attractive features in themselves. Wooden dog crates are also better for the environment than plastic ones.
If you need a crate that is lightweight, portable and easy to assemble, you might want to consider a soft dog crate. Soft dog crates are ideal if you do a lot of travelling.
And while on the subject of travelling, if you need to fly do you want your loyal friend to travel beside you as a fellow passenger or to be thrown into the cargo hold as a piece of luggage? Then you will need to invest in one of the many airline approved dog carriers. Airline officials follow strict guidelines on allowing dog carriers on a plane, and if yours is as little as an inch above regulation height you may be separated. Some breeds, especially larger ones, will have to travel in the hold anyway, in which case airline approved dog carriers are important to maximise comfort and reduce stress.
About the Author
Nadia Paone loves discovering and writing about popular pet trends, time tested training methods and techniques, new inventions and quality products that make our world a better place for the dogs in our lives. Nadia also operates an online dog supply store specializing in dog bedding, dog crates, dog pillows and beds, dog houses and other quality and affordlable Dog Supplies.
Choosing The Right Dog Carrier Crate For Your Puppy
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