Dog crate

One variety of wire crate
A variety of a soft crate

A dog crate is a metal, wire, plastic, or fabric enclosure with a door in which a dog may be kept for security or transportation. Dog crates are designed to replicate a dog's natural den and as such can provide them with a place of refuge at home or when traveling to new surroundings. Crate training accustoms the dog with the crate. The most common reasons for using a dog crate are for toilet training a new puppy, taking a dog on short trips inside the car, displaying them at a dog show, or giving a dog a place to go when visitors come to the house. Similarly as people can have their own room to "enjoy a moment of solace, your dog likes having its own room ... a little, cozy place of their own ... dog crates offer a superlative home for your dog where it can feel safe and secure."[1] Using a crate for a dog is similar to having a playpen for a toddler or a crib for a baby, and allows the owner to take their eyes off their pet.[2] Additionally, covering a crate with a blanket, putting your pet’s favorite toys inside, and having enough packaging inside the cage to ensure your pet does not get hurt in the move are all things that will improve a pet’s move.[3]

Types of dog crates

There are many types of dog crates, and variations within the types. The factors to consider include cost, durability, portability, and style.[4]

Wire crates are also popular at dog shows; they allow the dog to be clearly seen by spectators, and sashes, rosettes, and ribbons won can be hung on the crate for display.

References

  1. Carr, Shamar. Top 12 Things Your Dog Will Need and Love. Clinton Gilkie. Retrieved 26 February 2014.
  2. Sylvia-Stasiewicz, Dawn; Kay, Larry (2010). The love that dog training program. Workman Publishers. p. 59. ISBN 9780761164074. Retrieved 26 February 2014.
  3. "Tips to help pets move easily and without stress". Just Moving. Retrieved 11 May 2015.
  4. Sylvia-Stasiewicz, Dawn; Kay, Larry (2012). Training the best dog ever : a 5-week program using the power of positive reinforcement. Workman Publishers. p. 54. ISBN 9780761175025. Retrieved 26 February 2014.

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