What type/size of kennel to use for a sheltie puppy?
I was wondering what type of kennel people recommend to use? I was also wondering if I will need two different sizes of a kennel as he grows or will one be ok?
You will need a smaller one so your pup can learn to stay clean in its kennel. This helps greatly iwht housebreaking. A larger one is in order if you want your dog to remain crate trained and have a "safe" place when stressed or tired.
I tend to use the plastic crates for shelties. The medium Midwest brand is a good choice. If you prefer a wire crate, you can look into a number of models that have dividers so you can use one crate for all stages of growth.
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One… So they can have a place where they know is totally theirs…
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Just buy one, but get one with a kennel divider in it. That way you can give him more space as he grows. You want him to have enough room to stand up and turn around, but not so much room that he can use the bathroom in one corner and lay in the other. If he only has enough room for him to lay down, he will not use the bathroom in the kennel .
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Here’s the thing about kennels:
If it’s too big, they will eliminate (go to the bathroom) on one end and feel comfortable sleeping on the other.
If it’s too small, they will be uncomfortable and wont want to be in there.
I’d suggest getting two, I used one when my puppy was smaller, but don’t use one now because she is housetrained and sleeps in her bed next to ours.
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You want a kennel, big enough for him to b able to grow in, but not so big that its overwhelming. U also only need one, puppies grow extremly fast, it woul b a waste. But make shure he can lay down in the kennel.
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You will need a smaller one so your pup can learn to stay clean in its kennel. This helps greatly iwht housebreaking. A larger one is in order if you want your dog to remain crate trained and have a "safe" place when stressed or tired.
I tend to use the plastic crates for shelties. The medium Midwest brand is a good choice. If you prefer a wire crate, you can look into a number of models that have dividers so you can use one crate for all stages of growth.
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Rescuer, vet tech, groomer and show exhibitor of Shetland sheepdogs for 20 years.
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