Author: Poppy Dean

Honest advice on dog crates, crate training and calm spaces for your dog

How to Keep Your Dog Crate Clean and Fresh

A clean crate is a healthy crate. Dogs are tidy by nature and will resent a den that smells of old accidents or stale bedding. The good news is that keeping a crate fresh takes only a few minutes a week once you have a simple routine in place. The weekly wash Once a week,…
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Dog Crate FAQs: Your Most Common Questions Answered

New crate owners always have the same handful of worries, so we have gathered the questions we are asked most and answered them plainly. If you are still unsure after reading, your vet or a qualified trainer is always the best next step. Is it cruel to crate a dog? No, when it is done…
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The Best Bedding for Your Dog Crate (And What to Avoid)

A crate is only as comfortable as what goes inside it, and the right bedding turns a bare metal box into a place your dog genuinely wants to be. The wrong bedding, on the other hand, ends up shredded, soggy or pushed into a heap. Here is how to get it right without spending a…
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What Size Dog Crate Do I Need? A Simple Sizing Guide

Getting the size right is the most important crate decision you will make, and it is the one people get wrong most often. Too small and your dog cannot stand or turn; too large and it loses the snug, denning comfort that makes a crate work. Here is a simple way to measure and choose.…
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Wire, Plastic or Fabric? The Different Types of Dog Crate Explained

Walk into any pet shop and the wall of crates can feel overwhelming. Wire, plastic, fabric, furniture-style, in a dozen sizes and finishes. The right choice depends on your dog, your home and how you plan to use it. This guide breaks down the main types so you can buy once and buy well, rather…
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How to Crate Train Your Dog: A Calm, Step-by-Step Guide

Bringing home a crate is one thing; teaching your dog to actually love it is another. A crate should feel like a cosy den, never a punishment cell, and the good news is that almost any dog can learn to settle in one with a calm, patient approach. This guide walks you through the whole…
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