
To provide your pet with the most comfortable “castle” possible, clean their crate routinely with a mild, non-toxic cleaner and water.
MAINTENANCE
• To prevent choking and other serious injuries, always remove any collars, tags or
leashes from your pet before placing them in their crate.
• You can transport your pet in their crate for short distances inside the home, but not for
long distances. Please use a carrier specifically designed for the purposes of pet
long-distance transport.
• This crate is not designed to restrain aggressive breeds of dogs who may thrash and
launch themselves inside the crate. Consult your veterinarian for recommendations
on restraining aggressive pets.
• Before your pet enters his crate, make sure that it’s secure. Double-check that the
crate is properly assembled, all screws are tightened, and all locks are secure before
leaving your pet inside their crate.
• It’s never a good idea to leave your pet inside their crate for too long. Remember, pets
need time to socialize, exercise and go potty! Consult your veterinarian or trainer to
determine the appropriate amount of time that your pet can safely and comfortably
be left in their crate.
• Make sure that your dog’s paws are large enough that they won’t slip through
the bars in the floor panel.
• Always be sure your pet has enough food and water before leaving them in their crate.
• Consult your veterinarian about whether it’s safe to leave food, toys or other items in
the crate with your particular pet. Pets all have unique personalities and habits, so
what works for one might not work for another.
• Never place multiplepets into onecrate.
• Never use the crate without its metal tray properly fitted and secured, and be sure
not to place your pet into a crate with a damaged tray.
•Please, never allow your children to play in, on, or around the crate.
• We know how excited pets can get, but do be sure to make sure their paws, snout, ears
or tail aren’t in the way of the door hinge or latch. Ouch!
• Never place yourpet’s crate in direct sunlight or store your crate outside or in a car,
because the metal can become very hot. Never leave your pet in a closed caron a hot
day. Serious heatstroke ordeath could result from an overheated pet.
• While we are dedicated to providing the best for yourpet, Chewy, Inc. is not
responsible for any loss, damage, discomfort, injury, illness, death or costs of any kind
as a result of or by use of this crate.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
We care about the safety of your pet, soplease READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS before using a new crate.
Improperuse may result in serious injury or even thedeath of your pet.
CALL OUR FRIENDLY CUSTOMER SERVICE TEAM ANYTIME.
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QUESTIONS?
CRATE TRAINING TIPS
INTRODUCTION
Introduce your pet to their new home. Let them explore it first – on their own time. Don’t force them or rush
the process. Remember, you want your pet to think of their crate as a positive, safe space of their own, so
let their natural curiosity lead. If they seems reluctant, entice them to explore by putting their favorite toy
inside.
TIME
Acclimate them to it slowly. Once your pet is comfortable, get them used to the idea of staying in their
crate little by little. At first, keep them inside the crate by sitting or standing in front of the open door
while talking soothingly. Do this for a short amount of time, then gradually increase it. Eventually,
close the door, leaving it closed for a short duration, increasing it gradually. Praise and reward
them with treats each time. Remember, positive associations!
DENNING
Appeal to your pet’s instinct as a denning animal. Help them associate their crate with a den
(or a castle) of their own by creating the safe space where all their basic needs are met. And make
it comfy for them by placing a towel, bed or blanket at the bottom.
BATHROOM
Take your pet out for regular potty breaks. Wild animals don’t do their business in their dens. Reinforce
this natural instinct in your pet by taking them outside, away from their “castle” to do their business.
And do it regularly. Younger animals especially need to be let out more frequently.
POSITIVE ASSOCIATION
Never put your pet in their crate as punishment. That creates negative associations and will
make them reluctant to use it.
PROFESSIONALHELP
Always consult your veterinarian or trainer with specific questions for crate training your pet.