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Puppy Crate Training in Corpus Christi, TX

Crate training for puppies helps your dog develop a sense of security. Crates appeal to a dog’s natural instincts, offering them a safe, familiar area to relax and retreat when needed.

Crate training also plays a key role in housebreaking. Once a puppy learns that their crate is a safe place, or 'den', they will instinctively want to keep this area clean. During house breaking, keeping your puppy inside the crate dramatically reduces accidents. Keep eyes and ears open to your puppy's bathroom signals and quickly bring him or her outside. This will help your puppy learn that outside is the place to go, not inside.

At Dog Training Elite, we offer expert puppy crate training in Corpus Christi, TX to help guide you through the process. Our trainers work with you to help your puppy become comfortable with their crate and use it as a positive training tool.

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Crate Training Tips

Crate training is a valuable tool when done correctly, but it's important to follow best practices to ensure your dog remains comfortable and secure. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of crate training.

Avoid leaving your dog in the crate for more than two hours at a time to prevent discomfort and ensure they don’t associate the crate with confinement.
If you’re away for long periods, consider leaving your puppy with a friend or in a safe area where they have more room to move.
Choose a crate that fits your puppy’s size, or use an adjustable crate to accommodate their growth and ensure ongoing comfort.
Leave the crate door open when possible so your dog can enter and exit freely, helping them feel more at ease with the space.
Add a soft bed, blankets, and toys to make the crate a cozy, inviting space your puppy will enjoy spending time in.
Never use the crate for punishment—this can create fear and negative associations with the crate instead of security.
A puppy looking up at its owner during crate training in Corpus Christi, TX with DTE.

Why Should You Use Crate Training?

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Crate training can also improve other aspects of your pet's life. A dog that is used to a crate will feel more comfortable when traveling and have a safe place to retreat during thunderstorms or noisy guests. At Dog Training Elite, we believe that crate training can enhance the lives of both dog and owner when done properly.

Additional benefits of crate training include:

  • General Safety: Having your pup in their crate allows them to be alone while you are unable to watch them. Whether you are busy at home or out of the house, a crate trained puppy can give you peace of mind that your pup is safe and secure.
  • Effective Evacuation: In emergencies, crate training can save your dog’s life as a quick, low-stress way to evacuate.
  • Calmer Vet Visits: Should your pup be required to stay overnight at the vet’s, they will experience less stress and put up little resistance in their cage if they have been crate trained.

Crate training young, starting at about 8 weeks, is the best option for most pups and their owners. Keep in mind, though, that puppies under the age of 6 months should not be confined to their crate for more than three or four hours at a time. Allowing them to stay in the crate for too long will lead to a messy space, as young puppies are unable to control their bladders or bowels for extended periods. This also applies to adult dogs who are being housetrained.

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Crate training helps puppies feel secure by providing them with a safe and comfortable space of their own. It also speeds up housebreaking, reduces accidents, and prepares your puppy for situations like vet visits or travel. When done right, crate training fosters a sense of security and builds healthy routines.

At Dog Training Elite Coastal Bend, we’re here to support you and your puppy throughout the crate training process. Contact us today for a free consultation and take the first step toward a well-trained and happy pup!

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  • Tammy Nodarse
    Apr. 25, 2025
    Grayson was great! He is knowledgeable and friendly and my dog, Scout, loved him! He takes time to demonstrate each new command and gives feedback on my attempts. My dog and I both look forward to each lesson with Grayson and I highly recommend him if you’re looking for a trainer!
  • Donald Grimes
    May. 29, 2025
    We recently added a second Belgian Malinois to our family, and just like the first one, she’s super energetic and requires a ton of attention. We’ve used other trainers in the area before, and while they were all good, none have matched the quality of Dog Training Elite. We opted for the platinum package along with the service training, and we couldn’t be happier with our trainer, Grayson. They’ve exceeded our expectations, and the group classes they provide for socialization have been incredibly helpful in addressing the aggression issues we faced. Today, we took our puppy to a store for the first time, and she walked right beside me without a leash, completely unfazed by distractions. She followed all the commands perfectly and did an outstanding job.
  • Christen Porter
    May. 28, 2025
    Grayson took the time to explain everything to us, and answered all of our questions. He was so very patient with our pup, we appreciate the effort.
  • kay moss
    May. 18, 2025
    DTE was great. I contacted them and they wrte able to come out very quick for the initial evaluation. Grayson was the trainer that came out and was absolutely amazing. She was very knowledgeable and I feel would be a great asset in the training for me and my little boy Hook. I look forward to the future.
  • Nicholas Lara
    May. 10, 2025
    Great job teaching us on how to command our dog and answered any question we had
  • Dennis Roberts
    May. 10, 2025
    Great communication upfront about everything and answered all of my questions
  • Ronald Uhlarik
    Mar. 16, 2025
    Great experience with e collar very good trainer. Bambi she's really learning well. Highly recommendable dog trainer.
  • mary liberatore
    Apr. 30, 2025
    Absolutely phenomenal!! We are eternally grateful to Grayson, Anuj and Jessica!! I could not be happier with our dog training! We appreciate how very patient you all were with Landon and mostly my husband Steve!! Landon has been very obedient and very happy!! We all gained so much wisdom from DTE!! I highly recommend!!
  • MO MO
    Apr. 30, 2025
    Grayson was on time for our appointment. Grayson is knowledgeable and skilled in her training techniques and is very personable.
  • Wesley Walko
    Mar. 21, 2025
    LWe had our first meeting with Jessica to learn more about the different training programs servuce dog certification and pricing. She was SUPER friendly and had an answer to every single question we had. We were concerned about payment flexibility and she informed us they do different payment plans and options. We were able to figure out a plan that fits our financial capabilities! We can't wait to start our journey and begin working with the Dog Training Elite Coastal Bend team!! They also offer a military discount which is super awesome!! EDIT: First meeting and training session with Grayson, super professional and helpful with our concerns and teaching us the commands to get our dog Daisy to stop things that are not acceptable and how to use the e collar. We are so excited for our next training session and to continue our journey with this amazing company!!
  • Jennifer Jimenez
    Mar. 29, 2025
    Very comfortable with Max and very informative about Max progress moving forward. We feel positive about this choice but just need to get two other evaluations before we make a decision but it’s looking towards Elite
  • Lupe Garcia
    Mar. 21, 2025
    Jessica was great and had good information, but still worried if she is going to jump the gate or get out of kennel by jumping out
  • jerry moreno
    Feb. 14, 2025
    Very happy with the training!! Our Remi is learning so fast and we can definitely see an improvement and so can family! We will definitely recommend to friends and family. Anuj is very attentive and patient with our hyper stubborn puppy. Thanks
  • Skally Benitez
    Jan. 15, 2025
    Anuj and his team are amazing trainers! So knowledgeable and patient answering all our questions to help us learn along with our pup. Highly recommend and support a veteran ran business.
  • Amy N
    Jan. 31, 2025
    Quick, easy and friendly! Answered all my questions.
  • Cheree Pond
    Jan. 24, 2025
    Jessica is very knowledgeable and sweet. I'm excited and positive about her training methods.
  • Reg Simpson
    Jan. 23, 2025
    Excellent knowledge patience and expertise in handling Hamish my 145 pound Great Dane puppy 🤩
  • Bud Kittle
    Oct. 30, 2024
    Very thorough and informative. Looking forward to continuing the training.
  • Victoria Church
    Nov. 12, 2024
    I had a consultation today with Jessica and she answered every question and throughly went through the training process with me. She scheduled my future training appointment and helped tremendously. When I inquired before the interview the people at the office were wonderful and helpful as well. Contacted me quickly after I submitted my request. I look forward to my training with Grayson next month!
  • jorge de la chapa
    Sep. 28, 2024
    I cannot say better things about my experience with dog training elite. He is awesome!!
  • Tammy Nodarse
    Apr. 25, 2025
    Grayson was great! He is knowledgeable and friendly and my dog, Scout, loved him! He takes time to demonstrate each new command and gives feedback on my attempts. My dog and I both look forward to each lesson with Grayson and I highly recommend him if you’re looking for a trainer!
  • Donald Grimes
    May. 29, 2025
    We recently added a second Belgian Malinois to our family, and just like the first one, she’s super energetic and requires a ton of attention. We’ve used other trainers in the area before, and while they were all good, none have matched the quality of Dog Training Elite. We opted for the platinum package along with the service training, and we couldn’t be happier with our trainer, Grayson. They’ve exceeded our expectations, and the group classes they provide for socialization have been incredibly helpful in addressing the aggression issues we faced. Today, we took our puppy to a store for the first time, and she walked right beside me without a leash, completely unfazed by distractions. She followed all the commands perfectly and did an outstanding job.
  • Christen Porter
    May. 28, 2025
    Grayson took the time to explain everything to us, and answered all of our questions. He was so very patient with our pup, we appreciate the effort.
  • kay moss
    May. 18, 2025
    DTE was great. I contacted them and they wrte able to come out very quick for the initial evaluation. Grayson was the trainer that came out and was absolutely amazing. She was very knowledgeable and I feel would be a great asset in the training for me and my little boy Hook. I look forward to the future.
  • Nicholas Lara
    May. 10, 2025
    Great job teaching us on how to command our dog and answered any question we had
  • Dennis Roberts
    May. 10, 2025
    Great communication upfront about everything and answered all of my questions
  • Ronald Uhlarik
    Mar. 16, 2025
    Great experience with e collar very good trainer. Bambi she's really learning well. Highly recommendable dog trainer.
  • mary liberatore
    Apr. 30, 2025
    Absolutely phenomenal!! We are eternally grateful to Grayson, Anuj and Jessica!! I could not be happier with our dog training! We appreciate how very patient you all were with Landon and mostly my husband Steve!! Landon has been very obedient and very happy!! We all gained so much wisdom from DTE!! I highly recommend!!
  • MO MO
    Apr. 30, 2025
    Grayson was on time for our appointment. Grayson is knowledgeable and skilled in her training techniques and is very personable.
  • Wesley Walko
    Mar. 21, 2025
    LWe had our first meeting with Jessica to learn more about the different training programs servuce dog certification and pricing. She was SUPER friendly and had an answer to every single question we had. We were concerned about payment flexibility and she informed us they do different payment plans and options. We were able to figure out a plan that fits our financial capabilities! We can't wait to start our journey and begin working with the Dog Training Elite Coastal Bend team!! They also offer a military discount which is super awesome!! EDIT: First meeting and training session with Grayson, super professional and helpful with our concerns and teaching us the commands to get our dog Daisy to stop things that are not acceptable and how to use the e collar. We are so excited for our next training session and to continue our journey with this amazing company!!
  • Jennifer Jimenez
    Mar. 29, 2025
    Very comfortable with Max and very informative about Max progress moving forward. We feel positive about this choice but just need to get two other evaluations before we make a decision but it’s looking towards Elite
  • Lupe Garcia
    Mar. 21, 2025
    Jessica was great and had good information, but still worried if she is going to jump the gate or get out of kennel by jumping out
  • jerry moreno
    Feb. 14, 2025
    Very happy with the training!! Our Remi is learning so fast and we can definitely see an improvement and so can family! We will definitely recommend to friends and family. Anuj is very attentive and patient with our hyper stubborn puppy. Thanks
  • Skally Benitez
    Jan. 15, 2025
    Anuj and his team are amazing trainers! So knowledgeable and patient answering all our questions to help us learn along with our pup. Highly recommend and support a veteran ran business.
  • Amy N
    Jan. 31, 2025
    Quick, easy and friendly! Answered all my questions.
  • Cheree Pond
    Jan. 24, 2025
    Jessica is very knowledgeable and sweet. I'm excited and positive about her training methods.
  • Reg Simpson
    Jan. 23, 2025
    Excellent knowledge patience and expertise in handling Hamish my 145 pound Great Dane puppy 🤩
  • Bud Kittle
    Oct. 30, 2024
    Very thorough and informative. Looking forward to continuing the training.
  • Victoria Church
    Nov. 12, 2024
    I had a consultation today with Jessica and she answered every question and throughly went through the training process with me. She scheduled my future training appointment and helped tremendously. When I inquired before the interview the people at the office were wonderful and helpful as well. Contacted me quickly after I submitted my request. I look forward to my training with Grayson next month!
  • jorge de la chapa
    Sep. 28, 2024
    I cannot say better things about my experience with dog training elite. He is awesome!!