We’ve all struggled with it: what to do with the dog for the 8+ hours we have to be away each work day. The “experts” tell us that most dogs sleep the day away while we’re at work, but have they ever seen the messes we come home to? I’m guessing my dogs must have destroyed the couch while sleepwalking??? Anyways, how have you solved the problem?
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Saturday Survey: Dog Crate or Dog Cage
We’ve often talked about crate training on doggies.com, but I know some people use cages instead. What’s the difference? It’s not in the construction at all, but rather in the function.
A crate is typically used to give your dog a place to get away from it all, his own personal den. It can also be a useful training tool when you are housebreaking. A cage, on the other hand, is typically used to keep your dog out of the way or to punish the dog for bad behavior. So, which is it at your house?
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Sloopy, the dog who disciplines herself
My middle son, Jimmy, has recently become involved in the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program here in Canton. His big brother, Chris, tells this story about his Australian Shepherd, Sloopy. (Yes, he is a big Ohio State fan.)