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08-02-2010, 10:20 AM
Originally Posted by Labman 
So how about all evening and weekends?
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08-02-2010, 12:04 PM
Originally Posted by Labman
So how about all evening and weekends?
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09-02-2010, 12:25 AM
Originally Posted by Minihaha
So tell me Labman exactly when did your puppies get out of their crates .
Puppies like all small animals need to run around and play not be stuck in a crate.
Originally Posted by Labman
So how about all evening and weekends?
Originally Posted by Minihaha
So you have been leaving a puppy from the age of 7 weeks in an enclosed crate on a mesh floor without water or bedding for a minimum of 16 hours a day five days a week and the guide dog associations in the USA allow you to do this?
Your puppy should not be left for long hours at a time in his crate, 3-4 hours during the day is a maximum. Initially he will need to come out of his crate frequently during the day (every half hour/hour or so) to toilet, but as he gets older he should be able to go for 2 – 3 hours before he is going to need to relieve himself
The crate should be big enough for your puppy to fit in comfortably when he is fully grown, room to stretch out and have a water bowl and interactive toys in.
The crate needs to be as comfortable and inviting as possible for your puppy to build up positive associations with it. Put a soft towel or vet bed in the base, both easily cleaned. Always have fresh water available; place a couple of safe toys in the crate; a stuffed Kong is useful
Guide Dogs For The Blind UK
You should be at home most of the day. This will ensure that there is enough time to feed, exercise and educate the puppy. The puppy must not be left on its own longer than three hours each day.
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