How big is the crate you have? I bought a super large one for Peanut- It fits about a 30 lbs dog. I was able to make half the crate his pad and the other half his bed, food, water bottle ( I used a hamster water bottle), and a toy.. Nothing that he could choke on.
If you get the right set up, it will be easier for you to leave him at home for those 8 hours.. It is all about how you set him up.
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