Tips for using crates with Pomeranian puppies

There are many traits that could attract you to Pomeranian puppies for sale in San Diego, from their adorable, foxy faces to their bright personalities to their overall teddy-bear look. Indeed, they are great pets for your home and traveling with, but they also crave a lot of attention. They need your constant love and attention, and want you to play with them all the time. This is where a crate can come in handy. 

Getting a crate for your Pomeranian 

New pet owners may think that a crate is a "dog jail", but your Pomeranian puppy won't see it this way. In fact, Pomeranians see crates as their den, or personal space, which is actually a fantastic thing. For your pet, this is a space that no one can intrude. It is a place he can retreat to when looking for some peace and quiet after a lot of play. 

You can help your Pomeranian adjust to his crate positively by:

Getting the right size of crate with just enough space to stand, sit, lie down, and turn around 

Using a sturdy crate 

Gradually increasing the time that he spends inside the crate with the door closed. You can use treats to lure him inside to eat at first, and then let him lie down for a few minutes. 

To prevent him from getting lonely and isolated, start by placing him in the crate when there are other people around, and even feed him from in there. 

Don't send him to his crate when he does something wrong. The idea is to make him think of the crate as a "happy place" rather than a punishment cage. 

Using a crate for travel 

If you travel a lot, using a crate is a great way to carry your Pomeranian around for his safety and comfort, and for your convenience. You should choose a soft-sided crate that buffers him against any sudden impact, like when braking. Due to his tiny size, he will easily be through about in a rough ride, especially if you use an oversized crate. 

A crate will also come in handy to keep your pet safe when visiting the veterinarian office or other public places, including dog parks and family gatherings, where he can be randomly approached by other dogs. Keep in mind that your pet's crate will be his place of comfort and control, regardless of whether he's it at home or away. 

Final note 

When you bring your Pomeranian puppy home from a sale in San Diego, you may want to give him a little more freedom as you introduce him to a crate. You can achieve this by using baby gates and exercise pens to section off rooms or spaces that are off limits. 

Your Pomeranian should always be in an enclosed area when there is no one to supervise his movements as he can cause a lot of damage or even dart out an open door. Make sure he always has his identification on him.