05/16/2024
📢 For the Love of All That is Holy, Crate Train Your Dogs!
I cannot stress this enough: crate training is essential. Many people don’t realize its importance until it’s too late. Training an adolescent or adult dog to be comfortable in a crate can be incredibly challenging. Far more than the minor inconveniences of teaching a puppy this same skill. DO NOT WAIT.
Consider this: wildfires have devastated Fort McMurray in 2016 and are now threatening the community again. Evacuations become a nightmare if your dogs are not crate trained. Imagine the added stress for your dog in such a tense situation. People in Fort McMurray never expected to evacuate their homes once, let alone twice.
Crate training your dog helps in emergencies:
🚗 Car accidents – Keeps your dog safe and secure.
🌪️ Natural disasters – Easier to transport and house in shelters.
🏥 Vet stays – Less anxiety for your pet during medical emergencies.
Crate training isn't just about convenience; it’s about ensuring your dog's safety and comfort in unexpected situations. If you’re unsure where to start, reach out to us. We’re here to help you every step of the way!
PS - Parachute for Pets posted this photo and are looking for support - you can find ways to help here:
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/parachutes-for-pets/campaign/2024-alberta-wildfire-relief-support/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR32N26TDSaK1XjiNKsPKYq_xxRZELiy2jLM0-s6Hy_ba4ur61mQc73YVvI_aem_AQf8XVRruuV0SMwmHBgXLlx0Tke5OWQChCCaKvuYenCqPM4U2_XZBv5zq1khqocEE6WKwkWVNuq2h4kA3tNb89xB