conv: I used to have my dog in his crate when I left for work.  Lately I have been letting him more and more into the house when I've been gone. I used to have my dog in his crate when I left for work.  Lately I have been letting him out more and more in the house when I've been gone. That's good. How is it going? It's going well!  So far no accidents and he doesnt appear to have ruined anything. That's great news! It sounds like he is enjoying his new freedom_comma_ and was ready for it. 