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Teddy
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Feels considered within your home -
Provides a functional crate space
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Dogs return to it on their own
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Dogs settle quickly and with ease
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Evenings are calm and predictable
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Made to be part of daily life for years
Others
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Often treated as a short-term solution -
Rarely feels in keeping with home style
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Quickly used inconsistently or avoided
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Commonly outgrown or pushed aside
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Hidden away from everyday living
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Functional, but rarely used long term
Their words, not ours
How to crate train your puppy | Tenille Williams
Professional dog trainers often recommend crate training as a way to help puppies develop routine, confidence and independence. When introduced positively, a crate becomes a safe, familiar space where puppies can rest, settle and learn important life skills. In this video, trainer Tenille from Dog Matters shares her top tips for getting started.
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When the space feels right, most dogs naturally gravitate toward using a crate.
TheĀ SmallĀ Teddy and Small BuddyĀ are perfect for dogs that are small in stature but big on brains and affection:
- Maltese
- Yorkshire Terrier
- Pomeranian
- Toy Poodle
- Miniature Dachshund
- Shih Tzu
- Papillon
- Japanese Spitz
- Pekingese
- Havanese
- Pug
- Miniature Pinscher
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Brussels Griffon
- Bichon Frise
- Toy Cavoodle
- Silky Terrier
- Chinese Crested Dog
- Jack Russell Terrier
TheĀ MediumĀ Teddy and Medium Busta crate coversĀ are suitable for medium dogs likeĀ
- French Bulldog
- Boston Terrier
- Miniature Schnauzer
- Beagle
- Cocker Spaniel
- Italian Greyhound
- Cockapoo
- West Highland White Terrier
- Scottish Terrier
- Lhasa Apso
- Border Terrier
- Cairn Terrier
- Australian Cobberdog
- Miniature Bull Terrier
- Schnoodle
- Lowchen
- Tibetan Terrier
- Spoodle
- Welsh Terrier
TheĀ LargeĀ Teddy and Large BuddyĀ is suitable for larger dogs like
- English Springer Spaniel
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Whippet
- Mini Labradoodle
- Australian Shepherd
- Brittany Spaniel
- Australian Cattle Dog
- Standard Schnauzer
- Portuguese Water Dog
- Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier
- Bull Terrier
- Vizsla
- Border Collie
- English Bulldog
- Lagotto Romagnolo
- Airedale Terrier
- Samoyed
- Koolie
XL TeddyĀ and XL Busta crate coversĀ are the best options for even larger breeds such asĀ
- Labrador Retriever
- Golden Retriever
- Standard Labradoodle
- German Shorthaired Pointer
- Boxer
- Weimaraner
- Dobermann
- Dalmatian
- Standard Poodle
- Flat-Coated Retriever
- Belgian Shepherd
- English Setter
- Collie
- Rhodesian Ridgeback
- Bernedoodle
- Chesapeake Bay Retriever
- Irish Setter
- German Wirehaired Pointer
When introduced positively and used appropriately, many dogs benefit from having a calm, secure space of their own.
Crates can support:
- puppy training and toilet routines
- better sleep and settling
- recovery after illness or surgery
- safer introductions to new environments
- calmer daily routines and boundaries
Many dogs naturally seek den-like spaces to rest and feel secure. The key is ensuring the crate is introduced gradually, associated positively and never used as punishment.
At The Paws Room, we believe crates should feel like a safe retreat rather than confinement, with thoughtful design that helps dogs stay connected to the home while still having a space of their own.
Puppies chew. Shoes, paper, lego and yes, even furniture! DogsĀ start teething when they areĀ a few months old and this went on with our dogs until they were about 18 months old (especially when they got bored or anxious).Ā
Dedicated enrichment toys can help (for example our Pebble enrichment toy or Twirl lick mat). We recommend using the puppy proof side guards with Teddy, especially for young dogs and chewers, to protect the birch plywood from sharp teeth. Our crate covers are the best option for heavy chewers, as they elegantly disguise the robust wire crate inside.
At The Paws Room, we believe crates should feel like a safe retreat rather than confinement, with thoughtful design that helps dogs stay connected to the home while still having a space of their own.
