People need to get breeds whose temperaments, characteristics and sizes fit their lifestyles and homes. Such information is readily available from books, breeders and other owners. The Bishops were told by many that Weimaraners were great pets. But they didn't learn that they could be particularly energetic dogs until they brought home Jag. He's become quite a handful.
Dogs are den animals, like wolves.
In the wild, dogs would live in caves or holes in the ground. They see it as a jail, but it's actually the puppy's room. Dog trainers say puppies should sleep in their crates, and be confined to them when their owner is not home until the dog is at least four months old. They say to furnish the crate with a blanket, pillow and toys. They say a crate will provide the puppy security at night and a safe haven during the day, preventing the puppy from chewing on electric cords, dangerous plants or prized possessions.