A dog cage represents the dog's personal space in a home that belongs to him or her alone. You need to think carefully when you are picking the correct dog cage for your pet. An appropriate dog cage should allow your dog to quite comfortably stand up or sit down, and be sufficiently long to permit your pet to stretch out when lying down.
However, if your dog's cage is too large, one section of the cage might be used as a bathroom. Since dogs do not like to be around their own waste, using one end of the cage as a toilet will make them uneasy. If the cage is too small the dog can't move around and will again feel uncomfortable.
The best options in dog cages are usually made of wire, which allows for good air flow and allows the dog to see where he is. A cover might also be needed if the dog tends to bark when placed in the cage. Cage covers are available for purchase, but you can always cover the cage with a towel. If you purchase a dog cage that has a plastic tray you can pull out, any necessary clean ups are easily done.
If you are looking for a good place to put the dog cage, the kitchen is generally a good location. Dogs get pleasure from to be around people so putting them around many foot traffic will allow them to become comfortable in their cage knowing you are not far off. There are dogs who bark at night when you put them in their cages, especially puppies. This can mean either that they need to use the bathroom and want to go out, or that they are lonely and need attention. For this reason, it's sometimes a good idea to have a second dog cage that is kept in your bedroom; they will know you are close by and will let you know when they need to go out.
A dog cage is not that expensive, but the size of the dog will ultimately determine this. Crates and cages run around fifty dollars at the lower end, but can range all the way up to 150 dollars or more. When you are training your puppy, the dog cage will make the process a whole lot easier.
Puppies can destroy fixtures and furniture and other items that are usually damaged by dogs, and you will save money on repairing or replacing these things. Pet catalogs, pet stores, and kennels commonly carry dog cages, or you can find them online. - 31866
However, if your dog's cage is too large, one section of the cage might be used as a bathroom. Since dogs do not like to be around their own waste, using one end of the cage as a toilet will make them uneasy. If the cage is too small the dog can't move around and will again feel uncomfortable.
The best options in dog cages are usually made of wire, which allows for good air flow and allows the dog to see where he is. A cover might also be needed if the dog tends to bark when placed in the cage. Cage covers are available for purchase, but you can always cover the cage with a towel. If you purchase a dog cage that has a plastic tray you can pull out, any necessary clean ups are easily done.
If you are looking for a good place to put the dog cage, the kitchen is generally a good location. Dogs get pleasure from to be around people so putting them around many foot traffic will allow them to become comfortable in their cage knowing you are not far off. There are dogs who bark at night when you put them in their cages, especially puppies. This can mean either that they need to use the bathroom and want to go out, or that they are lonely and need attention. For this reason, it's sometimes a good idea to have a second dog cage that is kept in your bedroom; they will know you are close by and will let you know when they need to go out.
A dog cage is not that expensive, but the size of the dog will ultimately determine this. Crates and cages run around fifty dollars at the lower end, but can range all the way up to 150 dollars or more. When you are training your puppy, the dog cage will make the process a whole lot easier.
Puppies can destroy fixtures and furniture and other items that are usually damaged by dogs, and you will save money on repairing or replacing these things. Pet catalogs, pet stores, and kennels commonly carry dog cages, or you can find them online. - 31866
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Mike writes articles on the large dog cage and about how to train your dog with large dog cages.
