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Originally Posted by seanmc1961  Can you do this with older Yorkies,
My 2 never had crate training . I took them from from a friend that moved to another state ! . The boy is 8 and the girl is 9 years old . I need help ? |
Well thats a hard question to answer, I myself have never had to train an elder dog before. I've always gotten them as pups. I'm sure thou that if you are committed to the process and are determined that anything is possible.
I'm sure that cage training a senior dog versus a pup will have simular results in the end. It will be a totally new experience for them. I'm sure that is can be scarry and hard for them to handle as well. If I were you, I would start gradually, an hour at first while you are home with lots and lots of praise and small treats. Once both you and they feel comfortable than try for a few more hours, than a few more as you leave the home.
It will not be an easy process I"m sure and as far as I know may be easier than training a pup!
It's worth a try !!