Not exact matches
You'll also need to start
crate training right away so that your puppy will identify its
crate as a
safe, calm and secure
space.
Lucy is already somewhat trained to spend time in the
crate, but rather than seeing the
crate as her den,
as her
safe space, she gets anxious when left alone.
If you are
crate training your dog, chances are your pup already views it
as a
safe space.
Dogs are naturally reluctant to eliminate in their «dens» and if proper training is performed, your dog will come to view the
crate as their den —
as a
safe space to which they can retreat when they feel stressed or a place they don't mind spending time if you need to leave the house for a while.
Sleeping - Pets will come to think of this
crate as their own room or
safe space in the house.
My recommendations included limiting roaming (by
crate training and «place» training) to help establish the owner
as the leader while offering Xena a
safe space to relax.
When
crate training is not abused or over used, your dog will view the
crate as their own personal
space and
safe haven.
If done correctly, the dog doesn't see the
crate as a prison but
as his den — a
safe space where he can relax and escape anything in his environment that may be contributing to his discomfort.
Many dogs enjoy being in a
crate,
as the confined
space makes them feel
safe and secure.
They should be provided with their own
safe space, such
as a
crate, where they know they will not be disturbed
You'll also need to start
crate training right away so your puppy learns to identify its
crate as a
safe, calm, and secure
space.