{"product_id":"dog-crate","title":"Dog Crate","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eDog Crate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA dog crate can be a wonderful training tool, transporter and safe haven for your dog when used correctly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe Benefits of a Dog Crate for your Dog or Puppy:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransport\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe safest and most convenient way to get your dog from A to B.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThere's nothing more distracting than a dog who climbs into the front of the car or onto your lap whilst you're trying to drive. Not only is it annoying, it's incredibly dangerous and can cause accidents. In Ireland, it's a legal requirement to safely restrain your dog in the car when you're driving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCrating your dog in the car keeps your car clean from the muck, water, drool and pet hair. Just give the removable tray a quick wipe or spray down.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA crate is preferable for dogs who suffer from car sickness or dislike the car - some dogs find it even less stressful to have a blanket over their crate in the car, so they cannot see the world moving by quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThey are also ideal for dogs that have poor recall and may run as soon as the car door is opened. With a crate, you can safely open the car doors without the worry of your dog running away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCrates are easily folded up and down to be taken in and out of the car in seconds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Safe Haven for Your Dog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eDogs love to have a safe, enclosed place where they can bunker down in. We see this frequently when a dog is fast asleep under the kitchen table or your bed. Crates are ideal for giving their dogs their own space for them to get away from things when they're overwhelmed. For dealing with stress or overwhelm, the crate doors don't even need to be closed, just the walls of the crate can be enough to offer your dog a sense of safety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eSometimes the hustle and bustle of a busy, noisy house can be too much for our canine pals and they need a place to retreat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eSome dogs become anxious when visitors or strangers come to the house.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eDoes your dog need their own space to eat their food or treats away from children or other pets? Most dogs prefer to eat in peace and a crate is an ideal place to offer them this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHave you recently welcomed a new dog into the home? Or a bothersome puppy who won't give your resident dog any peace? Crating one of the dogs at a time can give the other a much-needed break during the early stages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eNew dogs to the home, especially rescue dogs can benefit greatly from having their own space to decompress away from new people and other pets when they choose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAre thunder or fireworks terrifying your dog? Their crate can be a soothing place for them to escape during this time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHouse Training\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCrate training can be a fantastic way to aid and speed up the house training process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eKeep your dog safe and happy, while preventing smelly accidents while you're not able to keep a close eye on them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAlways make sure to put your dog straight out to their designated toilet area when you let them out of their crate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHave a look at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com\/crate-training-a-puppy\/\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ethis helpful blog\u003c\/a\u003e about house and crate training.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevents Destruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCrating can help to keep your dog out of trouble when you're out for short periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eKeep your puppy from eating your furniture and cables when you can't watch them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHave a dog who loves to counter surf? Pop them in their crate for a short period while they're unattended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBedtime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCrates can be very helpful at night time, allowing you and them to sleep soundly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA quiet place just for your dog is the perfect spot for them to wind down and sleep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCrating at bedtime helps to build a bedtime routine for your dog and makes nighttime quieter and calmer. They will quickly learn that you'll be coming to let them back out in the morning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eUsing a crate at bedtime rather than having them sleeping in bedrooms can help to prevent separation anxiety at bedtime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eDogs tend to instinctively not go to the toilet where they sleep. However young puppies will likely need to be let out to relieve themselves after a few hours during the night.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA crate can also be used open at night time, as an alternative to a traditional hard plastic bed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHow to get your Dog to love their new Crate?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eSome dogs can initially be wary of their new crate. We never recommend putting them into the crate and locking the door. A kinder and gentler way of introducing your dog to their new den is with food.Think about what your dog finds the most rewarding. Their meals, treats, their favourite toy? The goal is for your dog to have a positive association with its crate and so you must never use it for punishment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eStart by folding open the crate, opening the doors, placing their favourite bed inside the crate and allowing them to become familiar with it.  Some dogs will ignore it, some will sniff and explore, and some will go in straight away, but we still don't recommend closing them inside it until they're completely comfortable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThrow some of your dog's favourite treats or favorite toys into the crate. Anything that will encourage them to enter the crate by choice. Once your pup is comfortable going in and out of the crate, try closing them in for very short periods. Make sure you always stay close by when you begin closing the door. Gradually increase the amount of time. Creating a ritual of giving your dog a tasty snack or meal when they need to be closed into their crate is a fantastic way to make sure they are eager to go into their new digs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA similar method should be used when leaving your dog when they are crated. Do it slowly and gradually over some time. The more you do this, the more your dog will willingly go into and spend time in their crate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHow to Keep Your Dog Occupied and Calm in Their Crate?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eMaking your dog's crate inviting, and giving them something to do is the best way of keeping them calm. Below we have some ideas for keeping your dog snug and mentally engaged while in their crate. Not only will these ideas keep your dog busy, but they will also release calming endorphins. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eGive them some lovely bedding like this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetchyourpetneeds.ie\/relax-pad-bed\/\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eRelax Pad Bed\u003c\/a\u003e or some super soft \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetchyourpetneeds.ie\/grey-vetbed-2\/\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eVetbed.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFill a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetchyourpetneeds.ie\/kong-classic-toy-medium\/\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eKong\u003c\/a\u003e with something tasty like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetchyourpetneeds.ie\/mutz-nutz-organic-peanut-butter-for-dogs\/\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003epeanut butter\u003c\/a\u003e and yoghurt, or some \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetchyourpetneeds.ie\/natural-wet-dog-food\/\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ewet food.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetchyourpetneeds.ie\/?s=K9+Connectables\u0026amp;post_type=product\u0026amp;dgwt_wcas=1\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eK9 Connectables\u003c\/a\u003e can also be stuffed, and then attached together for longer enjoyment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetchyourpetneeds.ie\/?s=licki\u0026amp;post_type=product\u0026amp;dgwt_wcas=1\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eLicki Matts\u003c\/a\u003e can be slathered in something yummy for your dog to lick.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHave a look at some other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetchyourpetneeds.ie\/canine-enrichment\/\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCanine Enrichment Toys\u003c\/a\u003e that your dog might like whilst in their crate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetchyourpetneeds.ie\/long-lasting-dog-chews\/\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eChews\u003c\/a\u003e are another great option for crate time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eJust like children, dogs love to have their \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetchyourpetneeds.ie\/dog-toys\/\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003etoys\u003c\/a\u003e around them when they're settling down, so offer them a few fun toys for crate time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-checkmark\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA calming spray like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetchyourpetneeds.ie\/holistic-hound-calm-and-balmy\/\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHolistic Hounds Calm and Balmy\u003c\/a\u003e can be a fantastic way to reduce anxiety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhat size does my Dog need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eYour dog's crate should always be big enough for them, even if this means they need an upgrade as they grow. Alternatively, get them a crate big enough for them to grow into. \"Big enough\" means that your dog can fully stretch out, stand up and turn around with out hitting the sides or top. If in doubt, opt for a bigger size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe crates that we sell at Fetch have two doors, a carry handle, a removable base and are available in four sizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-arrow\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eSmall - 60 x 45 x 51 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-arrow\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eMedium - 77 x 48 x 54.4cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-arrow\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eLarge - 91 x 56 x 62 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bullet-arrow\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eExtra Large - 107 x 70 x 77.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXXL - 122 x 75 x 81 cm\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Republic of Pets","offers":[{"title":"93cm","offer_id":51411121701152,"sku":"rp2533net","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"107cm","offer_id":51411121733920,"sku":"rp3543net","price":87.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"78cm","offer_id":51411121766688,"sku":"rp2532net","price":61.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"63cm","offer_id":51411121799456,"sku":"rp2531net","price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"122cm","offer_id":51411121832224,"sku":"RP2535NET","price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/6092\/5472\/files\/bc738501c7ff869db0516482b1246b1d.png?v=1775209356","url":"https:\/\/fetchyourpetneeds.co.uk\/products\/dog-crate","provider":"Fetch UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}