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Post by roselli on Jul 7, 2014 17:52:57 GMT -5
hi.
I was just wondering on some advice on what you found works best. Where should I keep the crate and when should I be crating my greyhound?
Thanks everyone.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 7, 2014 18:55:53 GMT -5
When I have a greyhound that required being crated, I always had it in the hub of family activity. This way, she/he can have a safe place to escape the chaos yet still be a part of the goings on. As to when to crate your greyhound, each and every family/dog will be different and we will all have different opinions. I have always used a crate when brining a new pup home and take it from there. The dog will tell you when she/he no longer needs or wants the crate. You will know by the behavior in your home, are there accidents happening, distruction of any kind or does your pup just want to be on it's nice fluffy bed? Also, go with your gut and do what works for you and your situation. Each family and household is completely different. Martha
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Post by troysmom on Jul 7, 2014 19:46:32 GMT -5
I agree with Martha. It will depend on the dog you bring home. I've always had the crate in the tv room so the pup could be with us and around the main area of action. When I got my first grey I also had one for him upstairs.
My last two pups didn't want anything to do with the crates after the 2nd day. I then use the baby gates to block off areas and keep him in certain areas of the house until everything was a ok. Actually, I had no crate for Jed in our bedroom the first night. They sleep in our room. He had multiple beds and settled quickly. That being said he loves our bedroom and our walk in closet is his man cave.
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Post by angelollie on Jul 7, 2014 20:55:18 GMT -5
I agree with placing your crate wherever most of the family congregates. At bedtime though, if he has a hard time settling down in his crate, he may be more at peace if he can sleep near you. Remember, his new home will be alien to him as he has never been on his own before his adoption. All the sights, sounds, and smells will be new to him, but it doesn't take long for them to become accustomed to their new environment. If you can, use a baby gate or close the door to your bedroom, give him a bed to lie on and he should sleep the night.
By the way, congratulations on adopting your new greyhound and welcome to the forum.
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