Selwyn Times: September 26, 2017

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PETS & PAWS
Crate training pets
Crate training is an effective way to
house-train puppies, dogs and cats. Just like
an indoor kennel, many vets recommend
crate training where a comfortable happy
place is created for your pet.
Once crate trained, puppies and other
pets often choose to continue using the
crate as a haven throughout their life with
many dogs putting themselves to bed in the
crate even during the day.
A comfortable crate provides your
pet with a secure den-like environment,
Crate training is an effective way to
house-train dogs.
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helping to prevent destructive behaviours
such as chewing inappropriate or dangerous
items like electrical sockets or wires, when
unsupervised.
Several types of crates are available to
purchase. The key is to ensure the crate is
large enough to accommodate your pet
lying down and turning around. There
should also be room for water, food bowls
and a litter tray for a cat, as dogs and cats
prefer not to soil where they sleep. If your
puppy is a large breed, consider purchasing
a crate that he
or she will still
fit in, when fully
grown.
To train a pet
to use a crate,
associate it
with positive
things. Have a
soft comfy bed
maybe leaving
the door open
for the first few
days with the
crate placed in
a common area
to help them get
accustomed to
the crate. Place
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treats, food and toys inside, feeding your
pet there and enticing it to explore its new
environment with lots of praise whenever
he or she enters the crate.
Using the crate to house-train a puppy is
easy. Feed your puppy in the crate and when
they have finished their meal, immediately
take your puppy outside to urinate and
defaecate. Your puppy will quickly learn
their routine so gradually extend the time
between bathroom breaks so your puppy
eventually sleeps through the night and
waits until early morning to go outside to
toilet.
Like all training, start with short periods
of time in the crate say 30 minutes to one
hour. Over the course of a few weeks, slowly
increase the amount of time your puppy
spends in the crate, endeavouring to ignore
any protests. They will slowly settle down.
Puppies younger than four months of age,
should not spend more than four hours at a
time in a crate unless at night for sleeping.
If you work full-time, try to arrange to
have someone let your puppy out to the
toilet during the day as each time a puppy
has an accident in the crate it will take longer
to be toilet trained. Of course, accidents
will happen so remove the soiled bedding
and remember that over time, you will be
doing this less frequently. Once your puppy
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is doing really well with toilet training,
gradually increase the time your puppy is
running free in your home. Consult your
veterinary practice staff for advice if soiling
continues for too long.
Lastly, always ensure there is clean water
in the crate.
Cats prefer not to soil where
they sleep.
Going on holiday? Give your pets the
comfort of staying at home as you
enjoy the break.
For both daytime pet feeding and
property care, our team will ensure your
treasured pets are taken care of.
Jenny - Ph. 021 430 016
www.homesitselwyn.co.nz
Your local vet right here in the heart of Selwyn!
Selwyn Vet Centre
is a modern, purpose-built totally independent veterinary practice.
Nick and Yolande Howell have a total of 43 years veterinary
experience between them.
How can we help your precious pet? Call us today!
Phone: 03 347 7419 - Visit: 829 Jones Rd, Rolleston
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