| Re: New owners
Crate training is definitely the way to go. I cannot give any advice on what to do to make it a more comfortable expierence for your dog because I do not know exactly how everything is unfolding when it si time to crate. But I tell you this I would probably guess that your internal body language is projecting something wrong due to the problems you have been having. The dog picks up on this so I would suggest trying to forget the past and treat each crate time as brand new. The nipping that can lead to major problems down the road. He/she is challenging you pushing the boundaries, you need to let him know in an assertive way(not aggressive) that is not tolerated. Treats won't work in this situation because it is not training, just simple respect from one animal to another. Good Luck! |