safety, because he'll be more likely to come to you in a stressful or potentially dangerous situation. When teaching your puppy to come when called, always make it fun and interesting. If you call your dog to come, and then put him in the bathtub, he may not come a second time! Never scold your dog after you have called him to come. And remember to always use a consistent word for the action you're expecting from him. DON'T use your crate to punish your dog A time out is one thing, but it's not okay to put your puppy in his crate during anger. Similarly, the crate should not be a crutch to use when you're too busy to attend to your pet's needs. Dogs are social animals and should be incorporated into family life. Make sure your puppy is well exercised and has quality time with the family on a daily basis. DO use a crate initially to help you with puppyhood By crate training your puppy, you will be teaching him that sometimes he needs some alone time. The crate can be used to assist in your house-breaking program and to keep your puppy safe when you are not able to supervise him. The crate can be set up with bedding and an interactive toy, such as one that can be stuffed with treats to help keep him occupied. Teach your dog that his crate is a safe, enjoyable place. As we know, life can take some