Do You Need A Crate If You Use A Playpen? | Ep. 204

Playpen vs Crate — do you need one if you already use the other? When and how do you use each effectively? Is one better than the other?

There’s benefits to both playpen and crate — but, as always, it depends on your pup’s breed, age, size, temperament AND your lifestyle!

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Ep 204 Timestamps:
1:47 - Do you need a crate for a 2-month-old Mini Poodle that already uses a playpen?
5:26 - How to get a 6-month-old Maltipoo to stop running like crazy outside, even though he’s calm indoors
7:56 - How to help a 13-week-old Australian Labradoodle be more independent during the day
17:25 - Is it normal for a puppy to bite and play with the leash?
20:01 - The best ways to mentally stimulate a 4-month old puppy
23:57 - What’s the best way to handle a 9-week-old Lab puppy who goes crazy during car rides?
28:22 - How to stop a 10-month-old Yorkie from barking at people when they come into the house

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