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Denning Instincts In Dogs


Dogs have this denning nature. This means that a dog has this natural tendency of feeling comfortable and safe inside a den or a crate. This instinct or nature is thought to have started even before domestication, back to the dog’s forerunners. This denning nature has become the basis on why you crate train your dog. Crate training is considered to be a basic house training component, especially in puppies. When acquiring a crate for your pet, make sure that the spacing is enough for your dog to lie down, stand, and move. Due to this denning nature, your dog will typically maintain cleanliness inside his den. Therefore, it is highly likely that he will not do his business in his crate. But avoid getting a crate that is quite large so that your dog does not assign a corner as the potty spot. Accidental potty events may occur when crate training your puppy. But if these accidents happen more often, check with your pet for a proper diagnosis.


If you have any questions or concerns about your pet’s behavior, don’t hesitate to contact your animal hospital Chico, CA.

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