A few Ashland Kennel Tips:
1. Purchasing the crate: You will need to get a
large (400 ) series kennel crate. Even though the puppy may be small when you bring it
home... they grow quickly and need to get used to the same crate. There are several styles
of crates, metal, collapsible, plastic, etc... We recommend the plastic crate (the
cheapest place to purchase it is Wal Mart© / Sam's©
). If you choose the wire crate, be sure to remove the
puppy's collar while in the crate to avoid getting caught on the wire. ***We choose not to
put a collar on any or our young puppies...so they can not get the collar caught on
anything...puppies are very curious!
2. Labs and Goldens are very sociable
animals...therefore the ideal location for the crate is in a room where your family spends
a lot of time, such as a den, kitchen or bedroom. Don't keep the pup isolated in the
laundry room or furnace room. The crate must remain a positive, enjoyable retreat and
NEVER used as a punishment!!! Having a radio or TV in the room can help calm the puppy and
mask some other noises that may trigger barking.
