| A puppy pen may look like a cage or crate, but it is | | | | ones to move around, eat, drink, and sleep. Extra |
| much more than that. It can be one of the most | | | | space is required in case there is an accident and part |
| useful dog supplies for those special first years of life. | | | | of the enclosure becomes soiled. Some designs have |
| Most have a removable top, adjustable bottom tray, | | | | special features to elevate the inhabitants from |
| and high-visibility design. Many are made of strong | | | | messes and dirt. These aspects all assist with |
| metal which is softened by a plastic coating. Others | | | | housebreaking and calming or reducing unwanted |
| are made of fabric and sturdy net. Both provide | | | | behaviors. |
| security and safety while the little one is adjusting to | | | | Experienced owners know special tips for keeping |
| life with you and your family. | | | | animals happy in puppy play pens. Canines are "den |
| Puppy pens are beneficial for helping new companions | | | | animals." They instinctively seek smaller, more |
| feel safe while still being part of the family. It's | | | | enclosed spaces. These kinds of places make them |
| suggested that you purchase an open and airy design | | | | feel secure and comfortable. For this reason, never |
| that allows the youngster to easily see and interact | | | | punish juvenile canines inside their safe havens. Do, |
| with its surroundings. Never leave an immature animal | | | | however, allow them to retreat there to regain their |
| alone in its open-topped cage for more than an hour | | | | stability and confidence. Filling the area with favorite |
| and a half during the day or separation anxiety may | | | | toys, food dishes, blankets, and other items will |
| drive your pup to find a way out. At night, it is | | | | enhance its attractiveness. It will become a secure |
| usually fine to let the little doggie sleep inside. Often, | | | | location that the young dog will seek out whenever |
| owners enjoy having their pets sleep near their beds. | | | | nervous or unsure. |
| The lighter fabric constructions are ideal for this | | | | After purchasing the design that's perfect for your |
| purpose. They can easily be moved into the bedroom | | | | lifestyle and purposes, use the properly sized |
| overnight, and to other places in the home | | | | enclosure correctly. A little extra attention goes a |
| throughout the day. | | | | long way in helping get your pup used to being |
| These lovable balls of fur are very active, so they | | | | comfortable in its new, limited environment. The right |
| need durable, solid materials for their enclosures. | | | | attention and a little training with treats will keep little |
| There should be both top and side doors to allow | | | | pets satisfied with their enclosure and safe as they |
| easy access. The best quality structures are put | | | | grow. It can also keep a playful tyke from chewing |
| together in such a way that there are no moving | | | | dangerous items or getting into trouble. Purchasing |
| parts to pinch sensitive paws or noses. One of the | | | | and using a puppy pen is a wonderful way to |
| most important features of any puppy play pen is | | | | welcome a new pet to the home. |
| correct size. There must be plenty of room for little | | | | |