I wanted to add, if you do this process (xpen and crate) then you can recreate that situation in your vacation area, as well.
The crate serves as your puppy's home away from home and the xpen gives him a potty area. Also you can make the xpen a bit bigger and give him a nice small area to play in and stay safe while on vacation.
Also, at night we open the crate door so Brody can go potty as he needs to. It is a big help! |