[autumn star]

I have always used the crate when I am not at home and it has worked great for me. When I worked full time I would put my dog in the crate come home for lunch let him out and then back in until I got home. He actually liked the crate and would want to go in it at night. Autumn goes in the crate when I go out but I gate her in my bathroom at night and she sleeps all night. Good luck but remember be consistent or it will never work!