Experts reveal length of time dogs can stay in a crate
While some dogs are perfectly happy to sit snoozing on the sofa without it turning into stuffing while their owners are out of the house, others much prefer the safety and security of a crate, ensuring they don’t get into mischief while the humans are out. But when going out to work, or for a day trip - how long is it acceptable to actually crate a dog for?
Experts have suggested that , particularly if they have a or you can have a walker pop in to check on them. But what about if you’re planning to crate your pet?
Well firstly, if you’re crate training your dog or have already established crating in your home, it’s important to ensure you’ve got the right sized crate for your pet which will allow them to fully stand and turn around inside to make sure they’re comfortable throughout the day. As for the length of time they can stay in the crate - this will depend on a range of factors such as their age, breed and more.
In their the RSPCA says most dogs are ‘quite happy’ to be left alone in a crate for around three hours. The animal charity added: “It is never acceptable to shut your dog in the crate all day while you go to work. Adult dogs that have been successfully trained to have a positive association with their crate and view it as their safe haven are normally quite happy to be left for about three hours.”
However, those who invest in a pet camera could potentially leave their dogs home alone a little longer. The RSPCA recommends that owners set up a pet camera or video call their dog to check in on them. They said: “It is recommended that all owners try to video their dog when they are left alone from time to time, just to make sure that they are not showing a ‘hidden’ sign of distress, such as trembling, pacing about or whining.”
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There are dozens of pet cameras on the market to choose from, and some are better than others, from £20 cameras where you can talk to your dog, to £200 cameras with 360 degree views and the ability to throw treats. The Mirror Choice team have previously tested a number of these devices for checking up on our pooches, and you can find out which we think is the best here.
Phoebe and Frank with the Furbo 360 pet cameraOne of the brands we used, Furbo, that can help the potty-training process, as well as give your pooch a safe and secure place they can call their own’.
They said that the length of time you can leave your dog will depend on their age, for example, a general rule of thumb is to look at the number of months old your puppy is and use it as a rough guideline. They said: “A five-month-old puppy, for example, can be crated for four to six hours at most. A four-month-old may be able to last three to five hours.”
The time crated can also depend on the dog's temperament, medical history and breed. Furbo added: “All dogs, even grown dogs, should be crated for no more than nine hours. Even when using the crate, you'll want to be able to supervise your pup in case of any emergencies.”
The Furbo camera has a two-way communication system that lets you check on your dog and even talk to them through a smartphone app. If your pup looks a little bored, you can even use the treat dispenser for a quick interactive play or to reward their good behaviour.
Not only do they allow you to ensure your pooch is happy and healthy at home, but can also help alert you in case of emergency. Read more
Rival pet camera from that crate training is a great tool recommended by dog trainers and vets. They said that the length of time a dog can be crated depends mostly on their age, suggesting a puppy of 8-10 weeks can be left up to one hour, a dog over 17 weeks could be left for up to five, and adult healthy dogs could be left for up to eight hours at a time - though not regularly.
They said: “Leaving a puppy alone while at work for eight hours is unacceptable. You can leave a puppy in a crate for a maximum of five hours straight, depending on their age. Adult dogs can handle up to eight hours of confinement, but it shouldn’t be an everyday thing.”
Similarly to the Furbo, is a Wi-Fi pet camera that also dispenses treats. So not only can you check in on your pup and talk to them; you can also have Petcube Bites toss treats at various distances to keep them amused. It means that pet owners who are crate training their dogs but still want to keep an eye on them can do so easily for peace of mind. Read more about
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