crate dog bed
crate dog bed
do you have to get a dog crate for toilet training a puppy?
i dont like the crates i would rather my dog to sleep in a dog bed/ basket…
No you don’t HAVE to.
The first thing to remember about house training a puppy is there ability to hold themselves is limited. A rule of thumb is they can hold “it” usually 1 hour for each month of age. 2 months old = 2 hours, 3 months old = 3 hours, etc. When your puppy wakes up (morning, nap, whatever) the pup has to go, right then! Take the pup out. When the pup eats or drinks, it has to go, take the pup out. After exercise (play), take the pup out. When the pup does it’s thing outside praise it. A lot. Tell the pup how good, how smart it is. You have to pay attention to the pups “looking for it’s spot” behavior. When you see that behavior indoors, whisk the pup out. If you catch the pup in the act, simply tell it “NO!” and whisk it outside. If you find a puddle or pile after the fact, clean it up with an enzyme cleaner (pet food store) get a newspaper and hit…. yourself in the head and say “I should have been paying more attention.” Daytime training they get pretty fast. Night time training is easier if you crate train the pup. Also remember the one hour/one month rule. You will have to get up through the night to take the pup out. Good luck
Guide to Picking a Dog Bed
Dogs are sometimes known to be like a human too. They like to have a place called ‘home’ where they can retreat when they are tired.
Dog beds can be easily found. But with so many beds available, which one are you supposed to pick? Usually, people do not take down the importance of how comfortable the bed should be. They end up buying expensive dog beds because of the designs but are not aware it might not be suitable for their dogs. But the prettiness of the bed doesn’t mean that it will be suitable for your dog. For example, the material used on the bed might not be right for your dog.
It is pivotal that you know how to choose the correct dog bed for your dog in order to avoid any unnecessary discomfort.
When choosing a pet bed , choose fabrics that fits the breed of your dog. If you have dogs with thick coat of fur, avoid choosing materials that might be too warm to sleep in. For example, materials like cotton or velvet are not appropriate for dogs like Maltese and Poodle. This is because sleeping on thick fabric will be too hot for your dog during summer.
You may be aware that after a few weeks, dog beds usually gets dirty by the day. Make sure you choose a washable dog bed, so that you can take the covers out to wash it frequently .
The other important thing is the size of the bed. Measure the dog house or kennel and ensure the bed fits well into them before buying one. Your dog needs to live comfortably where they have ample of room to move around with the bed fitted inside the crate.
There are literally millions of brands available both on the Internet and your local pet store. So, before you make your choice , do a research on the dog bed you want to purchase. Often, reviews can be found on the particular dog bed you are interested in. And if you are still unsure which dog bed is suitable for your dog, go to a local pet store and seek advise from them
About the Author
Yuki Stevenson is an animal lover and a person who loves to share her experience dealing with animals and her two lovely dogs. She has an e-commerce store selling dog supplies whereby she only stress on selling the best quality dog products at an affordable price