Crate Intro for Gunny's litter.

First, I don't claim to do crate training; however, I do like to place small crates in their space with the doors open for exploration. Most times, they choose to sleep in them. This just gives them an introduction to what a crate is and that it is not their enemy.

When you get your pup home, be sure to put really wonderful treats (cooked chicken, beef, etc) into the crate and leave the door open so they go in, eat it and get out. Feed them in their crate, again with the door open. Eventually, your pup will agree that a crate is a 'good' place.

On the left, hogging the entire crate is Herbie. In the middle, Thaddeus is sandwiched with Coral Anne on the left and Bailey on the right. Lastly, Demi Tasse and Rosie are comfortably content.

They are surrounded with a wire X-pen that has a door in it so I can easily keep them in that space as necessary. They take naps in this space during the day when not playing outdoors.

Tonight and tomorrow night, it will be their choice to sleep in the crates or on the floor. I do have a small litter box in the space for them to use so I do not have to be awakened at 5 am in the morning for a potty break.  :+)