[JadeD]

I got lucky and the puppies had never been crated and they did not mind being in a crate.

They will just go and lay in their crate.

For other dogs I have thrown a treat into the crate and walked away. Praise them for going and getting the treat. Then throw a treat in (later in the day) and close the door when they go in and open the door when they come back toward the door.

Next time close the door for a minute and talk to them the entire time and give them a small treat and let them out. Keep increasing the time they are in it. Say Crate, or whatever word you want to use for them to go in it and praise, praise, praise when they go in it, like it is a party.

I believe in praise rather than trying to use negativity.

Now, if only I can get my puppies back on track for potty training.

Good luck with the crate training.