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Getting Your Dog Comfortable In His Kennel
A bit of effort on your part can go a long way to ensure your dog adjusts well to his new kennel. Taking the time to introduce
your dog to life in the kennel will lead to a better experience for both you and your pet.
Kennel familiarization may take several days or even weeks, depending on your dog’s age, temperament, and past experiences.
It’s important to keep two things in mind while kennel training: The dog kennel should always be associated with something
pleasant, and training should take place in a series of small steps. Don’t go too fast!
First, introduce your dog to the kennel by placing a favorite toy, blanket or beloved object into the kennel. Make sure the
kennel door is open and secured so that it won’t hit or frighten your dog. To encourage your dog to enter the kennel, try
dropping some small food treats nearby, then just inside the door, and finally, all the way inside of the kennel. If he
refuses to go all the way in the kennel at first, that’s okay, don’t force the issue. If he isn’t interested in treats, try tossing a
favorite toy in the kennel. Don’t expect instant results, this process may take several days.
When he enters the kennel, offer enthusiastic verbal praise. Quietly close the gate and secure it. Never slam the gate after your
dog enters. He should regard his kennel as a safe place rather than a punitive time-out area.
For best results, introduce your pet to his new kennel enclosure for brief periods over time. Stay nearby. Some pets may try to
bite or chew the enclosure; some may try to climb out. Your pet may bark or whine. Verbally reassure him. Increase the
length of time he is contained until you believe he’s comfortable in his new kennel.
Pet toys and other familiar objects can be reassuring to our pet, and help to pass the time while he’s contained. Consult your
veterinarian or other pet professional to make your pet’s transition to the kennel as stress-free as possible.
Caution
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Make sure your pet has water at all times.
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Do not kennel a dog outside in hot or cold weather without other shelter.
While this product is a solid barrier, FENCEMASTER Kennel System CANNOT guarantee that
the kennel will, in all cases, keep a pet within the established boundary. Not all pets can be trained for
containment. Therefore, if you have reason to believe that your pet may pose a danger to others or
harm himself if he is not kept from exiting the product, you should NOT rely solely upon the
FENCEMASTER Kennel System to contain your pet. FENCEMASTER Kennel System shall
NOT be liable for any property damage, economic loss or any consequential damages sustained as a
result of any animal exiting the system. If you are unsure whether this is appropriate for your pet, please
consult your veterinarian or certified trainer. This product is designed for use with pets only.
