I read an article a while back that said crating dogs was illegal in some countries, which seems really strange unless the law is targeting puppy mills or breeders that keep
dogs crated for long periods of time.
One rationale for using crates is that dogs are «denning animals», that is, the ancestors of dogs (wolves) lived in dens, therefore, dogs are comfortable staying
in crates for long periods of time.
He shows no problems when being left alone in
his crate for long periods of time.
If the dog crate is placed outdoors, it should also include a sheltering dog house if you plan to leave your dog in
the crate for any longer periods of time.
It is important to never leave the dog in
its crate for long periods of time, as this will confuse the dog and force it to soil its sleeping area.
Never leave a young French bulldog puppy or adult frenchie in
a crate for longer periods of time than absolutely necessary.
Puppies especially should not be forced to stay in
a crate for long periods of time because of their smaller bladders.
Leaving a puppy in
his crate for long periods of time or putting him in there too frequently can be a cause of his whining and crying.
If you are to leave your dog in
the crate for a long period of time you should ensure you take him for a long walk beforehand to really tire him out and get some of that energy out.
Perhaps the biggest reason many people, dog owners and non-dog owners alike, have against crate training is some people will leave their dog inside
the crate for long periods of time.
Overall, Sully would do best in an active home where he gets plenty of exercise and attention daily and is not left in
a crate for long periods of time.
Border Collies like to interact with people and be with their owners all the time, and
crating them for long period of time can have an impact on their behavior.
Puppies, especially, should not be left in
a crate for long periods of time (more than two hours).
When you pup is little he has a small bladder, and it is not wise to leave your pup in
his crate for long periods of time.
The perfect home for Nikki would be one where she is not locked in
a crate for long periods of time.
For this, you must not leave in
a crate for long periods of time.
Lack of imprinting or «bonding» during early socialization periods (pups kept in pet stores or animal shelters and / or
crated for long periods of time.)