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Question by Adriana: Could I Teach a Dog to Go to its Bed Instead of Crate Training?
I will be getting a dog soon, a toy maltese, and I’m SO excited and indescribably happy. My only problem is “Crate Training”.I really don’t feel it’s the right thing to do, to just put your dog in a crate and just, leave it in there. I am an extreme dog lover and I would curse out anyone, or even knock them out if they tried to hurt a dog. Even if the dog is homeless, it really doesn’t matter to me. I consider dogs to be part of the family, and family member should not be locked up in a crate. Instead, I would have suggested to teach my soon to be new puppy to “go to his bed, or corner.” My cousin has had her Shih-Tzu dog for about 8 years. Maya (Shih-Tzu) was never crate trained before, and I have to say she is THE best trained dog I have ever met. I am NOT exaggerating. My cousin taught Maya to “go to her bed” when she was getting out of hand. If Maya did something wrong, my cousin took two pieces of paper, rolled them up, and then, not being too hard, spanked Maya on her backside. This to me would definitely be a good form of discipline without being too rough. Maya definitely benefited from this and she did learn not to do what she wasn’t supposed to do. My cousin did have to put a diaper on her for a while when she was younger, but she did get into the habit of going out side after every meal. Now she knows if she ever pees on the carpet, there will be “spankings” or “go to your bed” punishments. I am wondering, are “spankings” and “go to your bed” punishments just as effective as crate training?
Thank you for answering if you did, and I know. I am a complete wuss when it comes time to discipline your dog, especially because I am getting a very tiny one. But, I hope I will just learn how to “man up” and take action, but for know, I’ll do the light spankings and beddy time 
Best answer:
Answer by Britny
Of course you can..its the same principle as teaching it to go to its crate. Just work with him, and if your not sure then just post another question asking how to teach your dog to go to its “place”…where ever that may be and you should get plenty of helpful answers. Good Luck
And just a tip, the bed or crate should NEVER be used as a punishment…There are other ways to discipline your dog, such as a time out which is just as if not more effective. Please keep that in mind, and be sure to never make the bed a punishment or anything negative.
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Question by Sophisticated: What are the best toys, food, and way of training for a 2 months Siberian Husky?
I just had a gift. A two months Siberian Husky, the first dog I’ve ever had. I’ve asked the pets shop some question but they weren’t clear enough. I tried to look through yahoo answers but so many different ideas. So please if you are a good trainer and so familiar with this breed and you have some time I wanna know
1. What are the best toys and games for a dog in his age?
“In addition to Kong toys, fetch game, chase or hide and seek and chew toys”
2. What’s the best way for trainning or if there any Obedience classes for free that you recommend?
3. They said usually 3-4 cups are enough and said if he’s less than 15 lbs which she should eat around 1 1/4 ? And said he knows when he’s done??
4. Is Eukanuba Puppy Feed for Large Breeds. good enough??
5. What about water??
6. How often should I take him out? And should I take him running with me in the morning??
I know i asked too much but I’m kinda lost
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Answer by Rise Again
*NOT* breed specific!
EXACTLY the same for EVERY pup in the history of the world!
#3=”they” are IDIOTS! whoever “they” are
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Semi-retired, but still ‘in training:’ Eric and Peg Hofberg
The curbside locomotive mailbox that sits in front of Eric and Peg Hofberg’s home in Media is the first clue of what lies in store for visitors.
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Question by Heidi J: Does anyone have any puppy training tips?
I have a 10 week old GoldenDoodle named Eilidh (AYlee). She’s very sweet and I recently had to put a dog down for aggression. I don’t want to make any mistakes this time. I have a dog training book (Dog Training Made Easy) but I would like to know of any other tips to train her the right way. We have been very careful not to smack her when she’s “naughty” and we just yell “NO” in a harsh voice.
She’s still not potty trained but we’ve only had her two weeks and she goes outside most of the time. When she does go inside, I know it’s because WE aren’t paying attention.
I guess what I’m asking is the proper way to punish her when she’s eating my rug, or a shoe, or one of the kids toys. Right now we just say “NO” and give her one of her “Good girl toys.”. Any ideas?
Also, I was told by my vet that she shouldn’t go to puppy training classes until she is 15 weeks, after all of her shots. Will that be too late?
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Answer by angelpinkgal
yea i do. u shouldnt smack a dog or do anything to it. get it more toys n such. ur dog really shoulnt be aggresive even though it bites ur kids toys. my dog isnt agressive but love to take shoesn sock but she doesnt like chew or eat em for some reason. she does eat toys though so ust dont leave toys around or u could jus scold it hope i helped
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Question by Heidi J: Does anyone have any puppy training tips?
I have a 10 week old GoldenDoodle named Eilidh (AYlee). She’s very sweet and I recently had to put a dog down for aggression. I don’t want to make any mistakes this time. I have a dog training book (Dog Training Made Easy) but I would like to know of any other tips to train her the right way. We have been very careful not to smack her when she’s “naughty” and we just yell “NO” in a harsh voice.
She’s still not potty trained but we’ve only had her two weeks and she goes outside most of the time. When she does go inside, I know it’s because WE aren’t paying attention.
I guess what I’m asking is the proper way to punish her when she’s eating my rug, or a shoe, or one of the kids toys. Right now we just say “NO” and give her one of her “Good girl toys.”. Any ideas?
Also, I was told by my vet that she shouldn’t go to puppy training classes until she is 15 weeks, after all of her shots. Will that be too late?
Best answer:
Answer by angelpinkgal
yea i do. u shouldnt smack a dog or do anything to it. get it more toys n such. ur dog really shoulnt be aggresive even though it bites ur kids toys. my dog isnt agressive but love to take shoesn sock but she doesnt like chew or eat em for some reason. she does eat toys though so ust dont leave toys around or u could jus scold it hope i helped
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