Crate Training In Dachshund - Impossible Task?

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Crate training can be a bit controversial but it’s a perfectly fine thing to do if you do it right. So, how to crate train a dachshund puppy... 

Are dachshunds hard to crate train?

Not necessarily, at least not more than you’d expect from any other breed. Dachshunds have a reputation for being difficult to train and that’s

somewhat true when it comes to stuff such as potty training or complex command training. That’s normal for a scent hound breed as these dogs ... 

Crate training doesn’t present such an issue, however, as it’s not really “training” per se. Crate training is mostly a matter of creating a cool...

How long can a Dachshund stay in a crate?

In extreme situations such as moving or physical rehabilitation after IVDD, a dachshund can stay in a crate for as long as is necessary.

However, ideally, an adult dachshund shouldn’t be forced to stay in its crate for more than 8 hours at a time. This is long enough for a good ... 

How long should you let a puppy cry in a crate at night?

Some experts say no longer than 5 minutes, others – up to but no more than 30 minutes. For the earlier days of the training, the latter estimate

more accurate as your dog needs to learn that crying won’t get it what it wants. If the crying continues for longer than 30 minutes, however...

The crate training process is much simpler than many people realize. While dogs aren’t as much of a den animal as some wild canines, they do use ... 

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