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Originally Posted by R_Z  While I agree everyone is entitled to their opinion on how to raise their own dog, it should be in the spirit of this site to make recommendations on how one could and not should.
Our Yorkie sleeps in his bed in the kitchen doors closed. At the end of the day when it's time for bed, he volunteers to head to his bed and get comfy. We come in, during the winter tuck him in with a blanket, say good night and close the door. He has never whined, nor complained. We feel it's his safehaven and is more room than a crate.
While we personally do not believe in crating a dog, regardless of them being a pack animal or an animal cracker, what others choose to do is their business. So long as the dog is well cared for, happy and healthy, that's all that matters. |
Some people believe in crating and some don't. As far as I can tell it is about half and half on this site. I agree that people do choose how to treat their animals. I have had dogs for over 50 years and never carted one. They have all been happy well adjusted pets that seem to find their own space when they want to. (Usually it is right next to me.)