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Hi, thanks for using Boop by Petco! Bad Sam! Can you leash him to the foot of your bed so he can't wander off to other things? If that doesn't work or isn't possible I think it is fine and not cruel to crate him at night. He should be sleeping anyway and it will also keep HIM and your stuff safe. Good luck!
Updated on November 25th, 2025
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Updated on November 25th, 2025
Unfortunately, if Mia is not trained to be in a kennel, then being confined may be quite scary for her. I am attaching a link below with more information about crate training an adult dog. https://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=1694 The key will be to slowly get her used to being confined in that area before you leave her. Be sure to feed her in there and take your time getting her used to it before actually closing her in the area. Good luck! I hope that was helpful. Thanks for using Boop by Petco.
Updated on November 25th, 2025
A crate or crate training is never a bad idea. It can also serve as a safe place for Bella (as you have stated). It doesn't need to be huge either, just big enough for her to lay down, turn around and stand. Make sure there are no sharp edges and that the bars are close enough together so she cannot get her head between them.
Updated on November 25th, 2025
I would recommend decreasing the number of feeding for max through the day. If max is a Labrador he should be big enough to only eat twice a day. If you start feeding him twice a day it will help limit the amount of times he defecates. I would recommend the latest you feed him be 6:00pm. That way he has plenty of time to digest his food before bed. Hope that helps
Updated on November 25th, 2025