Crate Training Boxer Puppies: Choosing The Right Size & Place For Comfort

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Of all the pups from all the breeds in all the world, boxer puppies are some of the most frenetic and hilarious little cuties. Their affectionate, "how can I please you" faces and good-natured dispositions make them a wonderful member of your household. One of the first things you can do to help your boxer puppy develop healthy habits at home is to introduce crate training early.

Find out how to successfully crate train your boxer puppy by reading "Crate Training Boxer Puppies: A Step-by-Step Guide and Tips" from the experts at Itchy Boxer.

Your puppy's crate should become their zen space - their own little pup cave that keeps them safe, secure, calm, and content. This is especially true for, but not limited to, busy households with young children, homes with other dogs, and homes with frequent visitors.

As part of their Puppy Training series, Itchy Boxer has published a new guide highlighting the importance and benefits of crate training, outlining the different types of crates, offering solutions for common challenges, and helping you condition your puppy to associate their crate with all things positive.

Known for their intelligence, high energy, and headstrong nature, boxers benefit from crate training in all sorts of ways, including housebreaking, reducing whining, and alleviating separation anxiety.

A spokesperson for Itchy Boxer explains:

“Crate training offers numerous benefits that will make both your life and your puppy’s life easier. A well-trained boxer will feel secure in their crate whether at home or when traveling.”

As descendants of wolves, all dogs are den animals that naturally crave dark, snug places. To adapt to a crate, however, your pup must be conditioned slowly and positively with treats and lots of praise.

Itchy Boxer explains boxers have an especially strong attachment to their owners, which can develop into separation anxiety if not addressed and calmed early. Proper crate training helps your puppy associate their crate with a safe place they can escape to when feeling overwhelmed, agitated, or irritated. When they're in their little canine condos, that natural, protective den-like feeling helps soothe their anxiety, helping them relax and potentially even catch some Z's when you're out.

This is where the right crate size is important.

In their guide, Itchy Boxer provides an at-a-glance grid that outlines recommended crate sizes for specific ages. It discusses the advantages and disadvantages of wire crates vs. plastic crates and offers tips on creating a comfortable space for your pupper with a soft bed, chew toys, and access to water.

Itchy Boxer also emphasizes the importance of leaving your pup's crate door open during training so they can roam freely. Remember to reward your puppy each time they enter their crate to reinforce the positive associations you're working to develop.

Placing your puppy's crate in an appropriate location is also integral to training success, say the experts at Itchy Boxer. Sometimes this means moving the crate to the bedroom at night and back into common areas during the day.

Itchy Boxer is here to help you foster the positive habits you want for your puppy, ensuring they mature into a calm and secure adult dog. Their guide is a great, crate place to start.

Are you ready to introduce your puppy to their new zen den? Click on the link in the summary to learn more about Itchy Boxer and about how to successfully crate train your pup.

Itchy Boxer City: Pleasant Prairie Address: 8767 3rd Ave Website: https://itchyboxer.com/