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Why Own A Dog Cage

There are many dog owners that choose to let their animals run freely around the house and other choose to purchase a dog cage for them to sleep in at night. This is usually done as a way to control the dogs that tend to run all over the house and bark consistently annoying the sleeping owners.

There are many places that have dog cages for sale so do check the major retail stores and pet outlets and you will find one that suits your budget. You can also find great deals on the internet, so do a Google search to find one that suits both your taste and budget. If you do drive, you can always check the garage sales that are around your town and you might just be able to find what you are looking for.

Dog cages are a great way to transport pets from home to the vet’s or on a family excursion when you don’t want the pet climbing all over the seat of the car. When out visiting the beach, or on a family picnic take the dog cage along and you will be able to place your pet inside when you so desire.

Dog cages come in a wide variety of materials, and depending on the size of you pet will help you to make a decision about which type to choose. Whatever type of cage you choose make sure to lay some old blankets, or comfy soft pillows inside so to provide a warm,comfortable, resting place for your pet.

Certain types of dog cages can also be used as a training method, and when the pet misbehaves consistently, place it in the cage for a time-out. Soon it will learn to break the habit that has put it their in the first place.


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Comments

8 Responses to “Why Own A Dog Cage”

  1. dogs mating on August 3rd, 2009 4:39 am

    I have 4 dogs and want to train them to sleep in a cage/ stay in cage when we’re out. What’s the best way to do it? Is it best for each individual dog to have it’s own cage or can we have 2 in one and 2 in the other? Any top tips for the training process?

  2. Cathy @ Halloween Dog Costumes on August 11th, 2009 12:26 am

    Not all dogs can handle a cage. 3 of my 4 dogs have done fine with crate but one freaked out so much, her paws bled from trying to claw her way out.

  3. Tom@Priligy on August 13th, 2009 6:36 am

    Just got a dog cage over the weekend, very glad I got one and the dog seems to be fine.

  4. Jodie @ Dog Car Seat on August 14th, 2009 6:56 am

    Thanks for this informative post. I have known many friends that use a dog cage to take their dog on vacation or commute. Whilst it works well for some dogs, my dog actually suffers from car sickness, and so I like to put him in a position where he is not feeling claustrophobic and where he can see out of at least one car window that is not the back one… Would a dog crate work in this way?

  5. Simon @ Compare Pet Insurance on August 15th, 2009 3:16 pm

    I used a dog cage for my boxer puppy until she was about two and a half years old. I found it very helpful during the earliy years as it made it a lot easier to train her, and with superb results as well!!

    She is such a well behaved dog and lovely dog and I would seriously recommend a dog cage to anyone who is thinking about buying one.

  6. jen @ Dog Pet Costumes on August 27th, 2009 1:44 pm

    I have a dog cage for my jack russell terrier, Samantha. I call it her “dog condo”. She loves it. She goes in there and takes naps during the day, because it’s her “safe place”. And at night, she’s not running around the house creating havoc!

  7. dharma@Bali Villas on September 6th, 2009 7:53 am

    if you have a small house with children, then it a must to have a dog cage.

  8. TigerTom@Pet Insurance on September 15th, 2009 1:06 pm

    I would have thought there’s less need for a dog cage than a cat box. Dogs are social animals and as long as they perceive you as being the ‘top dog’, they’ll stick close by you and obey you.

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