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Originally Posted by YooperInCO  The only time I've used a crate is in the car, which my Rottie loves, but I've never crated him in the house. Fortunately for me (except when he was a puppy of course) he's never chewed on anything he wasn't allowed to , he's never had "accidents" in the house (unless it was my fault). But he loves to be outside, so that's why I've used pens / chains. I was just trying to offer advice that's worked great for me |
If you had crated him as a puppy, he would not have chewed anything...he would never have had the chance. A crate is not forever...most people crate puppies and as the puppy gets older...they earn more freedom.
Chaining a rottweiler is unexeceptable
. Many dog bites happen from chained dogs. It just gets them frustrated...and they are unable to get away or move much and it causes behavioral problems.
A safe dog run with shade, and shelter is fine for an older dog outside for some time each day.
Gina