Is my crate too small?
Hey guys, I aquired a crate from a friend of mine that no longer needed it. I am just wondering if it will be too small for a shiba puppy? Namiko will be almost 8 weeks old when we get her so she is still small, which is why I am thinking that this cage will be just right, any thoughts?
Cage is 22" x 15" x 17" and its a den style.
Also quick question on the actual crate training. What type of bedding is safe to use in there and should she have food and water in there? I have heard mixed things on both of these. I would assume water would be important to have at all times though.
Sorry one more question too, how long is too long to be in her cage? I live 10-15 mins from where I work so I plan on stopping home every day to let her out while she has to be in the crate.
Thanks guys.
Cage is 22" x 15" x 17" and its a den style.
Also quick question on the actual crate training. What type of bedding is safe to use in there and should she have food and water in there? I have heard mixed things on both of these. I would assume water would be important to have at all times though.
Sorry one more question too, how long is too long to be in her cage? I live 10-15 mins from where I work so I plan on stopping home every day to let her out while she has to be in the crate.
Thanks guys.
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We also have water bottles (Lixit brand) attached to every doggy crate in the house - I don't really feel great leaving a bowl in the crate, plus it's a lot less likely to make a mess. Our pups all have a blanket in the bottom, but they've never shown signs of chewing/destroying bedding. If you think there might be a risk of chewing/swallowing bedding, I would probably hesitate to put something in there when you can't supervise.
http://www.petco.com/product/13907/Midwest-Lifestages-Double-Door-Fold-and-Carry-Crates.aspx
get the one that is 30*21*24.
i would just put a towel in there maybe for now. she will likely destroy anything else. i still use the water bottle on the side of the crate. i wouldn't leave any food or water bowl in the crate. it won't be where it should be when you get back. my guy was already able to stay in his crate and hold it for 8 hours at 8 weeks. i came home for lunch everyday but there were a few days i couldn't and he didn't make any messes. good luck
We don't offer food and water in Jack's crate, and if you wish to I recommend waiting until your puppy is at least 90% housebroken. Though it would probably be a good idea if you're going to leave her alone for more than 4 hours at a time. We had a towel for Jack to lay on because he had accidents a few times (mostly our fault).