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I really did not want to crate train, but that's where I'm at with Thor. I don't believe in leaving dogs in there for long periods of time, but it really is true, they learn to like their crates.

All dogs should be crate trained, even if you don't use it for house training. If you want to travel with your dog, or in my case, board them on extremely short notice, you will be eternally greatful your dog is crate trained.

Thor actually came to me with pretty good crate associations. If your dog doesn't like the crate, try feeding her in there, and leaving the door open. Gradually start shutting the door, maybe giving her a nice bone while she's in there. Dogs really do like to have a "room of their own", so most will take to the crate without a lot of trouble.