Whippet Cage

[chelle123]

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i know this has bn mentioned before but what size cage would you recommend for a largish whippet little sod has wrecked the new house, also will a 3 year old settle into a cage alright esp if the old lab isnt in there too dont want to cage her has shse hasnt done anything wrong. or would i need to cage both?

many thanks

 

[Evie]

I got my cage at Jollyees. They recommended the medium size, but I chose the large and am happy with it. Both my dogs are crated (my JRT in his own small cage). I have had the odd time (of less than an hour) when one or both have been crated whilst visiting guide dogs have stayed in the same room un attended with no problems. It all comes down to the individual dogs really.

Gradually introduce it. Make it a comfy bed for your dog and let her settle in it with the door left open. Give her treats etc in it. make it her safe haven, her little den. This way she should see it as a good thing rather than bad.

Good luck.

:luck:

 

[nicky12]

i know this has bn mentioned before but what size cage would you recommend for a largish whippet little sod has wrecked the new house, also will a 3 year old settle into a cage alright esp if the old lab isnt in there too dont want to cage her has shse hasnt done anything wrong. or would i need to cage both?many thanks

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my blue is a big boy 23inch to the shoulder and hes got a 40 or 42 inch cage and is just right size for him ollie is only 19inches to the shoulder and has a 36inch cage ,hope that helps :thumbsup:

 

[midlanderkeith]

i know this has bn mentioned before but what size cage would you recommend for a largish whippet little sod has wrecked the new house, also will a 3 year old settle into a cage alright esp if the old lab isnt in there too dont want to cage her has shse hasnt done anything wrong. or would i need to cage both?many thanks

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wouldnt cage em both together, if they wanna scrap god help em if no ones there, my cage size is, 30 inches in lengh, height, 23 inches, depth, 22, will a 3 yr old settle in a cage, sorry cant answer that one, dont know the temperament of the dog :luck: sorry about the wrecking of your home, try a cage

keith :cheers:

 

[Janimal]

Ive just ordered a new one for my puppy from this site and had a phone call to check all the details today, think the one Ive picked is 42" too, sorry its a 48" actually with free bedding and bowls too. :thumbsup: ive picked a 2 door but they do three door ones too.....

http://www.doghealth.co.uk/

 

[Hilary & Hounds]

Ive just ordered a new one for my puppy from this site and had a phone call to check all the details today,  think the one Ive picked is 42" too, sorry its a 48" actually with free bedding and bowls too. :thumbsup:   ive picked a 2 door but they do three door ones too.....
http://www.doghealth.co.uk/

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I got mine from there too Janis. :thumbsup:

 

[*Lesley*]

Mine are 2x 48" in the house usually 2 in each depends what way out they are sometimes they all try to fit in the same one (w00t)

They love their crates very cosy with furry bedding and they are covered in like a den, they don't see them as any kind of punishment, if you decide to get one just make it really inviting and leave the door open for her to go in and out of then eventually shut the door for a bit at a time.

There's no reason the crate your lab if you don't want to, the thing is it is better to crate her than her destroy the house,it doesnt help you or her, it may take a bit of time but I'm sure she'll get used to it :thumbsup:

Good luck :luck: :luck:

 

[Penny23]

i know this has bn mentioned before but what size cage would you recommend for a largish whippet little sod has wrecked the new house, also will a 3 year old settle into a cage alright esp if the old lab isnt in there too dont want to cage her has shse hasnt done anything wrong. or would i need to cage both?many thanks

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I understand that you are upset about your dog damaging furnishings etc, but I always thought that cages or 'crates' were something that a puppy should be raised with, not a quick fix or a punishment (although I am aware that they are used in this way). I don't want to sound condescending, or like a soft touch, but surely it would be better to deal with the reasons why he is being destructive (seperation anxiety etc).

However, I'm by no means the most experienced member here, so it might not be my place to comment. :- "

 

[chelynnah]

i know this has bn mentioned before but what size cage would you recommend for a largish whippet little sod has wrecked the new house, also will a 3 year old settle into a cage alright esp if the old lab isnt in there too dont want to cage her has shse hasnt done anything wrong. or would i need to cage both?many thanks

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I understand that you are upset about your dog damaging furnishings etc, but I always thought that cages or 'crates' were something that a puppy should be raised with, not a quick fix or a punishment (although I am aware that they are used in this way). I don't want to sound condescending, or like a soft touch, but surely it would be better to deal with the reasons why he is being destructive (seperation anxiety etc).

However, I'm by no means the most experienced member here, so it might not be my place to comment. :- "

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Absolutely a permanent fix needs to be found, but in the meantime the dog is destroying the house which is not only costly, but could potentially be dangerous for the dog.

I didn't believe in crates originally till my pup started eating holes in the walls - old flat - potentially old leaded paint under there. Beleive me we got a crate fast! She was about 6 months old at the time - we introduced her to it over time and she was fine. After a year or so of using it she didn't need it any more (though she does still need it around fireworks times as she panics and is safer in there when we're out). I've since started all my pups in crates, and can still use them as adults if needs be.

Any training tool can be misused. However in this situation I believe the original poster is looking both for the safety of the dog and the house. Not using it as punishment.

To answer the question of one dog out and one dog in - it's not a problem.

Wendy

 

[~Sarah~]

Crates are really useful if used in the right way, but definately not as punishment. I always reward when I put them in the crate, so they see it as a good experience.

We crated Bobby (Collie X) when he was a puppy - he is 8 years old now and hasn't needed to be crated for years, but he frequently goes into the crate of his own accord so he obviously feels happy in there.

I used a crate for Dolly (Whippet) now aged 3, when she was a pup. She doesn't need to be crated now, but it was invaluable for housetraining, preventing chewing the wrong things, and to know she was safe when we were out. :thumbsup:

We also now have Remmy (Whippet) aged 1, and she was used to a crate when we got her a couple of months ago, so I have continued to use the crate. :thumbsup:

I think is is useful for all dogs to be happy in a crate, as you never know when one might be needed.

 

[Janimal]

Id never used a crate for my previous whippets, but found them a godsend when I got Oscar then followed by Kobi when, Oscar was then 8 months old, stll a puppy himself really.

They were brought up around them and used them as their own private space... and I didnt ever have to force them into the crate at night - they went in of their own accord.

I dont use a crate for either of them now, but will be using it when my next pup comes. I used to see them as a bit 'cruel' too - but had a definite change of heart after using one. :thumbsup: ad certainly would never use it as a punishment.

BTW my new one arrived this afternoon too - how was that for service - Im well chuffed with it. this one has its own clip on bowls and free vet bed too.

 

[jodillanhn]

i bought my crate from ebay from a seller called peteurope, for a cage 36" long 27" high it only cost me £31 (P&P included), fast delivery & the product seems to be sound. I still haven't got my pup though so haven't been able to test it!! But it certainly has nothing that could damage a dog inside & seems to be very sturdy. The only problem i can see is that it has been coated which just means the cage wont look great after a few months of use as it will be scratched etc. :thumbsup:

 

[Janimal]

Heres a picture of my new one - it arrived today. :thumbsup: loadsa room Two door plus free vet bed and bowls too...

 

[chelle123]

wow janis i really i like that one, thats what i want plenty of room for him to sprawl as he likes to be stretched out.

The cage certainly isnt going to be used as punishment i have got a weeks holiday booked for us all to get used to the crate situation i wont just lock him and go away to work i want it to become a place he can chill,

If he really hates it and wont settle then he can chew my carpet as long as he doesnt eat it.

He isnt a bad dog just sometimes gets excited i think cos we live in a flat ppl were moving in downstairs and it worried him a bit(kidding myself here lol)

He just seems to take it too himself that he will chew then go months without chewing.

but the good news is since we got the new house he hasnt tiddled so he is getting better lol

 

[whippetmad]

They are good cages,i,ve got one the same just different size.You could get in there to Janis :- " :lol:

 

[IanGerman]

i bought my crate from ebay from a seller called peteurope, for a cage 36" long 27" high it only cost me £31 (P&P included), fast delivery & the product seems to be sound. I still haven't got my pup though so haven't been able to test it!! But it certainly has nothing that could damage a dog inside & seems to be very sturdy. The only problem i can see is that it has been coated which just means the cage wont look great after a few months of use as it will be scratched etc. :thumbsup:

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My car cage is a coated one - 2 years old now - and even with fairly frequent dismantling and re-mantling (???) it hasn't scratched and is as good as the day I bought it. Not sure where from - somewhere in Kent or Sussex I believe

 

[Janimal]

They are good cages,i,ve got one the same just different size.You could get in there to Janis :- "  :lol:  

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Yes Dawn, thought I might be able to escape from 3 whippies in here, plenty of room to have a lie down too :lol: :lol: :- " -_-

 

[tabz2711]

i know this has bn mentioned before but what size cage would you recommend for a largish whippet little sod has wrecked the new house, also will a 3 year old settle into a cage alright esp if the old lab isnt in there too dont want to cage her has shse hasnt done anything wrong. or would i need to cage both?many thanks

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My whippets were very sad when I put the cage down, they both ended up in the smaller kittens cage( bought to protect them from rough friendly handing by two whippets)

I was told by the breeder of my first whippet that she would not sell her to me if I didn't get a cage fr her