How to train your Puggle

Many people think that it is not a good idea to put a Puggle in for crate training. They think that it is not right to put a family member in such training. One thing to keep in mind is that a Puggle is not a child and therefore requires a crate to help simulate a ‘den’ atmosphere that a dog might use in the wild. Dogs like to have their own place where they feel safe and also a comfortable place to rest.

Uses of a cage: Building the cage in the right way can help the dog a lot. Your puggle will enjoy the box in a big way. The crate will give the dog a place where he can have a calm environment. The Puggle can stay inside the box with his ‘pack’ and not disturb the guests.

The crates can also be transported and is a necessary requirement while you are with the dog on public transport such as air travel or train travel. In general, most dogs do not like messy and dirty bedrooms. So you need to train them not to dirty the box and do their business elsewhere. Dogs should be taken outdoors and help train them to eliminate their goods in the proper place.

The most important part of box training is time consumption. Nothing should be rushed; it should be done slowly and steadily. Be patient as your puggle begins to do things voluntarily without instructions. The Puggle should not be scared or terrified by forcing everything.

Clicker training: It is very useful to effectively train dogs. Stand some distance from the box and do not make any movement. After doing this, have Puggle come back to you for a gift. Initially, if the dog steps forward, treat the dog. Keep doing this as the dog continues to move forward. Later, give the dog some extra treats or a “jackpot.” If the dog bumps into it or nuzzles it, click on each step it takes and reward it. This will help take the pressure off the dog. The main objective behind this training is to convince the dog that a crate is useful and good and that it should not be afraid of it.

After the puggle enters the box, wait for the click and keep extending it each time. Do not rush and allow the dog to get comfortable. There is a certain limit for a dog to stay in a crate. Always keep in mind that a Puggle should be left in a cage for more than nine hours.

Dogs have a habit of spoiling their cages or ‘dens’. Puggles are not vindictive. Don’t get mad, just give the puggle a little more time. Using a crate in the right way can bring peace and happiness to both the owner and the dog.