FAQ

Crating your dog too much can have negative effects; ideally, dogs should spend less than 6-8 hours per day in a crate, depending on age and temperament.

Dogs should not be crated for more than 4–6 hours at a time during the day, depending on their age, breed, and needs.

You can begin transitioning a dog out of a crate once they show consistent behavior, no longer chew excessively, and can be trusted unsupervised indoors.

The 7-7-7 rule for dogs is a guideline used to ease a rescue dog's transition into a new home, emphasizing milestones at 7 days, 7 weeks, and 7 months.

Most dogs can stop being crated between 18 months and 2 years of age, depending on their behavior and training progress.

You should stop crating your dog when they consistently show reliable house manners and can be trusted unsupervised. Gradually reduce crate time as your dog matures and demonstrates good behavior.

Yes, a shock collar and a bark collar differ in purpose and functionality—shock collars are multipurpose while bark collars are specifically for controlling barking.

Yes, vibration collars can help reduce barking in some dogs by providing a distracting stimulus, though their effectiveness varies by dog and situation.

Yes, a shock collar and a bark collar differ in function and use—shock collars are remote-activated for various training needs, while bark collars automatically respond to barking.

Yes, vibration collars can work for barking when used correctly and consistently, particularly for mild to moderate barkers.