If he is content with the crate then that is fine. I am concerned that he runs from you. I guess I don't understand why a well adjusted happy dog would run from it's owner. Does he come sit with you when you are relaxing? How do you tether him? Is he tethered to you or hooked to something in the home? Do you use a harness on him? Usually you have good control over a little dog with a harness on. If you keep the lead short they will stay beside you.
I don't "baby" or "spoil" my dog. She knows that she lets me be in charge. She is well behaved but is also a loving lap dog that follows me every where. Has you dog always run away from you? |