February 23, 2008

Crate Training Your Rottweiler Puppy

The first place I showed my puppy when he arrived home was his crate. I had previously made it warm and inviting by putting a blanket, some toys and a few treats inside.
The puppy seemed to enjoy his new space and when the door was open during the day, he would voluntarily go inside and hang out.
After I took my Rottweiler out for his nighttime pee, I ushered him into his crate for the night. If he sounded like he was in pain or had to relieve himself, I went to check on him; otherwise, I left him alone.
After the first three nights, I was starting to have my doubts about the whole cratetraining thing. Soon though, he spent longer periods asleep then he did whining and before I knew ithe was sleeping through the night!

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