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   Why should I keep my puppy in a crate at night and while I'm away?A popular way to train a puppy is to confine him to a crate when you can’t supervise him. This will not only keep him out of trouble and help housebreak him – it will make him feel safe. In the wild, dogs create their own sleeping quarters by digging a den. For domestic dogs, a crate can serve the same purpose. That’s why many dogs love their crates as adults, too. Just make sure not to keep the animal in there longer than overnight. To make a dog feel secure, his crate should actually be quite small – small enough to feel like a den. But it should be tall enough that the dog can stand up and lie down with a straight spine. If your crate is too big for your puppy, fill the extra space with a box until he grows. – Dr. Andrea Looney, DVM for the “Purina® Animal Instincts” Podcast Series
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