The purpose of this post to provide new puppy owners with useful information and advice about crate training

Early investment in a crate will make daily life a lot easier for you and your puppy.

It is not cruel to confine a puppy to a crate so long as the reason for confinement is beneficial to the puppy’s learning and security. Take a moment to view the crate as a den rather than a cage ~ a quiet, cosy cave where your puppy can sleep and feel safe. Drape an old sheet over the top and sides. Make it snug inside with a thick, fleecy blanket. Zzzzz.

Except for times such as at night and when the puppy is alone in the house, the crate door can be left open so that the puppy can ...