crate pad

Crates are a necessity for most dog owners. They create a nice safe place for a dog to retreat to. They are also the best solution for traveling with your dog. Dogs are safer during car trips if they are in a dog crate. You never want to leave a dog in a parked car, even if you will only be gone a few minutes. It is not a good idea to make your dog spend too much time in a crate.
 
 A dog crate is a way to give your dog a private space to which it can retreat. Dogs are naturally den animals who appreciate a private space. You can create the private space your dog craves with a dog crate. The crate you choose should be big enough to allow your dog to be cozy curled up in the crate. You will need to measure your dog before you buy a dog crate. To find the right minimum size be sure to add three inches to your dog’s height and length.
 
 If you have a puppy and want a crate your dog can grow into you can buy a divider panel to make it smaller for now. Potty training a puppy is much easier if you have a dog crate. Puppies will not soil the area where they sleep if they can avoid it. It can also save your home from the destructive behavior of a lonely puppy while you are out of the house.
 
 A crate pad for your dog can provide the dog with extra comfort while in the crate. A dog crate pad will also help to protect your dog from crate sores and other injuries. Using dog crate pads makes the crate safer and more comfortable. Look for a crate pad which is machine washable and allergy free. The addition of a crate pad can make the crate feel more like a cozy den and may lead to less barking from your dog in the crate.