You may have heard of dog training circles that drive the cages (put your dog in a plastic or wire box and close the door) that are cruel or unnecessary. The fact is that the cage, when used properly and conscientiously, is a valuable training tool that you should include in your repertoire as long as it is best for your life.
The values of a drawer
Although dogs have been domesticated for many, many years, their natural instinct is always at the forefront of their behavior around the world. Therefore, it is very valuable for us humans to live with dogs to become aware of these instincts and behaviors. The dogs and wolves from which they originate live in the caves. In nature, the cave is your home, your sanctuary and your safety. The box can mimic a dog's natural instinct to seek refuge and loneliness. You can buy a plastic box with a lid or a metal box (just put a towel on it to get the cave effect). However, you give your dog Orson a place to call, where he can say goodbye to a big party or loud children and relax.
The box not only satisfies Orson's natural instinct for a cave, but is also an excellent training tool. During the Orson training process, to ensure that you are behaving properly in your home, you can put it in the cage when you leave the house to make sure that it does not arrive during your absence. Just give it a favorite toy or a delicious chewable tray or bone that can be eaten so that it can sleep more than sleep. Keep in mind, though, that Orson will not be able to stay in the cage for a long time with this cage training option, just like a full day's work. The right time for the box varies depending on the age of Orson. In general, however, you should not leave your dog in a box for more than a few hours.
Another benefit of training your dog is that Orson has time to relax and stay calm. This is especially useful if you have difficulty exercising due to Orson's high drivability or excitability. If you have a puppy, the cage is also a great tool for breaking houses. Dogs do not relieve themselves where they sleep, so their cute little puppy learns to control faster and free themselves.
The absolute rule
To pack Orson well and train Orson, to consider the box as a place of safety and refuge rather than a place of fear, you must remember a rule that never breaks. You should not use the cage as a punishment. It may be tempting to lock your dog in when you're angry or frustrated with what you've just done with your new rug, but the reason is very simple. When Orson associates the box with the punishment, all the benefits of boxing are completely lost. He'll try to fight if you try to put him in the cage and will continue to bark, scratch and behave like a madman while he's inside. For effective training of the cage, it is essential that this is considered only as a place of happiness.
Tips for training your dog's box
They know that a cage is the right size when the dog has enough space to turn and lie down comfortably. If you have a puppy, you can buy a cage large enough to welcome him in adulthood, which of course you judge by race or guess by looking at his paws. All you need to do during Orson's growth is to buy a partition so you can not access the full extension of the box. This is necessary because a puppy sleeps with enough space on one side and is relieved on the other side. This can do a lot of damage to clean regularly and delay the cleaning of the house. Make sure the dog has access to water if left in the cage for a long time. A convenient way to avoid problems is to buy a bottle of water that sticks to the door.
One way to put Orson on is to fix his cage to food. The food is a great motivator for dogs and they combine good things with the place where they feed. A good tactic is therefore to feed your dog in the cage. Sometimes close the door when feeding the dog and leave it open another time. Also regularly throw goodies or favorite cookies into the box so Orson can find them. Because he loves food, Orson will treat the box as a rewarding place and associate it with positive things.
First, close the safe door, and then stay outside for Orson to see it. This will make you feel better as you get used to the box. Then you can leave the room for a few seconds, then for a few minutes, then gradually, when the dog in the cage feels better. First you should not close Orson's door and leave the room immediately. Orson will come together to put you in the box, and you'll go so he can not enter and keep going while he's inside.
Another critical element of cage formation is determining when the dog should be released. This depends on the stage of formation of the box you are in and the dog's personality. Of course, if Orson is quiet, if you let him out of his cage, you can open the door immediately. However, opening the door can lead to negative results and delay training if the dog barks and makes an outcry when it launches. If your dog has a negative history with the cage, he will probably act in the early stages of his training. At this point, you can let him out if you're upset because you're always comfortable with the box. However, if your dog feels more comfortable and begins to bark and scream, consider the consequences if you let him out at this time. It is likely that the dog associates the barking and moaning with which he left him out of the cage and repeats this behavior every time the door is opened. It is best to wait until the dog has calmed down and let him out of the cage. With this method, the dog can still go, but the bark, which took place a few seconds before leaving the cage, but is not associated.
Finally, remember the key tenant of any type of dog training: patience. Be patient with your dog and calm down in the long term. The training will not be over night, especially if your dog has already been thrown into a cage for punishment or left in a confined space for a long time. The benefits of boxing are worth it. With a box, you have a place where you can place Orson, when it has to calm down, when there are a lot of people, when you shop and when you travel. In return, the dog gets its own place, which satisfies its natural instinct of the cave and offers the opportunity to relax and chew a delicious treat or to doze off contentedly.
These are some of the most important things to learn obedience training your dog. If you want to train your dog successfully, you must always be patient and persistent.
References:
https://getfreedogtraining.com/how-to-crate-train-your-dog-quickly/
https://www.freedogtrainingclasses.com/dog-obedience-training/
