To many pet owners, crating a dog, even for a little while, seems like a terrible punishment. Dogs will see crate training differently.

These are like time out corners for your dog.

Still, the last thing you may want to do when you bring home a new puppy is introduce him to a crate. But you will need to start soon, because crate-training should start when the puppy is still young. Although there is nothing more comforting than cuddling up to your puppy on the couch, it is wise to introduce him to a crate for a short time everyday. If you leave him alone while you work or run errands, placing him in a crate with a suitable toy during that time will not only help with housebreaking as any dog resists soiling close to where he has to sleep,