My puppies are crate trained in the I-Crate before they go to their first owners. As soon as they are weaned from Mom they will sleep in a row of crates and the crate will be sent home with each puppy. Feeding the puppies in individual crate allow me to be sure a puppy is eating or need to be wormed. During the day the puppies are taken out to play in the big yard and come back for a small meal a few times a day. I encourage the new owners to feed the puppies and some time I put a small treat in the crate so learn that the crate is their space and they are safe in it. To person so all need to relax and talk sweetly to the puppies so they grow up without becoming hyper. I go nuts when I hear someone screaming at a dog. Some puppies will be shown at Dog shows as early as 12 weeks. The crate gives them the feeling of being home even know you might be 500 miles away in a totally unfamiliar place. A Dog Show is something the dogs take very seriously and when we get back to out Hotel Room they can’t wait for that warm bowl of foot and lights out. If you think of it as “ it’s 9:00PM and finally the kids are in bed and we get to relax” you will have a much better puppy experience. I just say Good Night and they follow each other to the crate.
We have a 16.5 week old Aussie. Crate training him has saved us! We started from day one. The breeder didn’t think it would work and that Charlie would always cry when in it. It took about two weeks before he’d go into it without me having to push him into it. Now he will go in on command and will stay inside after I open the door and wait for the command to release. He’s amazing! Last night was the first night he went in on his own and didn’t want to come out. He was so exhausted. He is an amazing dog!
My Aussie learned how to open her crate door regularly, and gates. She was so intelligent she could unlock almost anything. Tragically I just lost her to cancer at 8.5 years old a month ago. I still cry thinking of my beautiful blue Merle. Bella Blue. Though she crated fine, she only broke out because of thunder or fireworks.. but the good news I just picked up a puppy and I have another puppy at the end of this month. Both are Aussies and one is blue Merle and red Merle. Best dogs in the world, but the pain of loosing my girl is overwhelming.
Thank you! My husband and I got our dog Charlie (a border collie, Australian Shepard cross) and we knew before we got him we wanted to crate train him, especially as a puppy to keep him safe, for a bed, for a den for him, exactly how you put it. There are lots of negative opinions about it (which we heard a lot) and we’ve explained it just like how you did to people, and we trained Charlie exactly the same from the first night at 8 weeks old and he ended up just going there himself (after a long time of course) I’m glad to see a video like this! Thank you! I hope others can see the positives about it :)
My aussie is a cavedog... he sleeps under things.. but when he outgrew the space under the bed or sofa (to his louldy presented frustration 😂) i got him a crate and put a blanket over it, since you cant get a cavebed for big dogs... he loves it.. the door is never shut, but If i do close it, he doesnt complain either.
We just got our first mini Aussie pup a few weeks ago. Bella also likes to crawl under the sofa to nap. She's finding it more difficult to crawl under as she's grown. I wondered if this was a common Aussie behavior? I think we'll try a blanket over the crate.
I've never liked dog crates coz I've seen the bad side of dog crates but seeing this video really made me think twice about dog crates frankie looks really relaxed to be in their etc and don't ever get nervous what works for u and ur dog works for u and ur dog everyone and their pet is different 😊
I got so much snow as well! Thank you for the tips on crate training. I hate when people use the crate as a punishment. It should be their home and it should feel safe. Thank you❤
Thank you, for all the helpful information you give. You make a great comment, for every dog is different and will react to things differently. I was walking my daughter's Aussie and she loves to run ahead of me when she gets excited, I am holding onto her leash at the time. Trying to get her to slow down. A lady suggested to me to watch Caesar M. dog trainer. From the conversation I had with this lady, she told me, when my daughter's dog is running and I am trying to keep her from going so fast, holding onto her leash, I am causing Jackita to have anxiety. I disagree, I know Jackita and when she is running so fast, she is excited. I much prefer to listen to you, who recognizes all dogs are different with their own personalities.
I crate trained my rescue golden retriever at age six. He loved his crate, as he was a bit insecure, and it was his special safe place. Also worked with my six month old GR too. I think you did a great job of presenting this, and highlighting the many things a dog may find fearful that we might never think of.
Love how you give Frankie a shoulder massage! You inspired me to do the same with my mini aussie and he loves it! He sits in front of me and i'll massage him while he faces away from me LOL
"It's warm out" We are from entirely different worlds lol Coast of NC almost never gets snow, so when it does everyone freaks out and crashes their cars into each other. Can't imagine these people where you live. Love your videos bro. You are my go-to for discovering all the nuances of owning a Mini Aussie. You have great advice.
We just started watching you - almost every day when I'm home working. We, meaning my 4 pups and I ...2 Toy Aussies, 1 Mini Aussie and 1 Pomsky...we Love Frankie! Hoping I can train these pups to go in a crate now. I love how you pointed out the safety factor and a place they can feel is their own. Thanks!! Malachai, our Mini is a few months younger than Frankie. He turned 2 on August 16!
I just got my own Aussie and I am so excited to crate train her! We are starting a week later than when I got her because the crate was delayed in transit because of the snow storm a few days ago. Thanks so much for the video, Joey!
Love everything about this video! My Aussie still has his crate and loves it as his hangout and nap spot . And I’m glad you discovered Fruitable dog treats! They’re the best! My Dobby loves the Watermelon ones the best!
both of my dogs love their crate! One is almost 11 and my Aussie is 2. We leave their crate door open when we are home and a lot of times they will just go and sleep. It is funny though my Aussie does not want a bed in her crate. We have tried multiple types and times and she will sleep under them
Your videos have been so wonderful/ helpful. My husband and I are bringing home two 8 week old Aussies next weekend and we are so ready to be with them!
Thanks!! for all your advice :) we introduced the crate to him with his food and toys. like its his home. even when he gets a snack we give it in the crate.
@@FrankieToTheMoon happy you found a other way to let him get used to it :) you both are great together :D what is happened to the second aussie thoughts? :P
Loved the tips in this video and just your views on dog training in general, which is something that drew me in to your channel. And also because my boyfriend and I just got our first puppy who is a standard Australian Shepherd and it's good to see what we're in for😂
LOVE this video! We've been training our Malamute to stay in his crate, but he finds it really difficult to stay in there when we go to bed or leave the house. This video has given me new inspiration to re-introduce the crate, thanks!
I have a 5 month old aussie and she is great with the crate. But here in Florida she doesn’t want a bed in it. She basically only lays on tile or wood. She never chooses carpet or anything surface we would think is more comfortable.
I’d consider you to be a pro, even though you’re not. You taught franky well! He’s a awesome boy. You know your dog and you’ve did what any owner should do. (No offense to dog trainers)
Hi there!!Love Frankie ❤I was wondering what your thoughts were on when it comes to bed time, would you take the crate in your bedroom ? Eventually we would like to have just his bed in there.Right now we have the kennel-in our kitchen- living room space.Thank you!!😊
I enjoy your frankie to the Moon videos alot and appreciate all the love and Care you show for Frankie. About the crate. I know there are better or worse ways to use them. But my intuition says that I shouldn't use crates. Just to put my opinion out there. There are alternatives. F.ex. My Aussie has his own bed and sits beside me in the car with a seatbelt on when I drive.
Im dying over here. Im so sleep deprived. I have an 8 week old aussie shepherd and he crys and SCREAMS all night. Like its to the point im scared the neighbours think we are torturing him. I dunno what to do.
Fantastic video and great ideas (training😉). I appreciate your thoughts and being brave enough to just share your ideas, in a world where there are people that will object to anything. Congrats on the news place. I have an, almost, 3 month old puppy and this will help a lot. Thank you
Frankie is very well behaved. I'd be curious to know what he was like as a puppy? We just started raising an Australian Shepherd, and he is about 12 weeks old now. Hyper chomper haha.
Do you have any tips for getting my male 9 month old Australian shepered to stop pooping in the house. We leave the door open so he can go in and out but he's constantly doing it...I yell no and put him outside but it doesn't so anything.
I would love to know how you trained him to go through your legs and other tricks. You say u aren’t a trainer but you did train your dog and I have no idea how to teach them fun stuff like through the legs and stuff
haha i mainly say i am not trainer, cause i didn't study and I have no idea how to explain how the stuff i taught him ahha but the easiest way to explain is to guide them through your legs with the treats
A have a aussie/ pit mixed. He's very loveable and sweet. I'm not the original owner, he's about 7 months old. He has 2 habits I'm concerned with. 1) he has accidents in house, even when he's tookrn outside. And 2) he's lways getting into my garbage. Is it too late to fix this? What can I do to get him to stop this?
Any advice on letting him roam alone day vs night? This is really good advice, I crated trained mine by having it in my room, he was fine then I slowly moved the crate farther away in the next month or so. I also read that you can leave a piece of clothing with them that smells like you.
Love the channel! Have you tried the Casper bed in the crate? We are considering getting one to put in the crate but not sure if it is too thick. Our Aussie is around 40lbs
I actually have not! But honestly I don’t think I’d ever put that bed in the crate because it’s too nice. I wouldn’t want him to have an accident on it
You never, ever, ever want to yell at your dog. Personally, I always present a firm tone and establish myself as the leader of the pack. Being calm, collected and showing that you're the leader will always earn you respect from your dog
Love your vids guys!, Chris here in Coteau du Lac, QC...2 weeks from now we'll be proud to welcome to my pack (3 young children) our baby Aussi (mini blue merle with copper )..just curious on the food you feed Frankie as I have done loads of reading...looking for Canadian obviously, and raw won't work. Also which treats to you use ? Merci in advance for your insight!
I’m getting an 8 week old australian shepherd puppy february 28th! I have the 42 inch crate with a divider up. I’ve heard that if they are crying or whining when you put them in there to just kinda ignore it and let them work through their emotions on their own. I’m not sure how I feel about that, what do you think?
Crate training has been a total life saver for us with our mini aussie, especially in the first few months when she refused to nap on her own haha. We have the same Casper bed for when she's not crated, but I was wondering if you know the brand of the bed you have inside of Frankie's crate (or where you got it)? Looks like exactly what we've been wanting to get for ours.
I agree with you 100%. I feel like you are doing amazing. Maybe you should bake him Organic Frankie Cookies ;) could be a new dog-treat-brand 'Frankie Moon Treats'
Pup cake...there are several bakeries that make dog friendly cupcakes these days...if you can’t find one locally, there are several good recipes online. Do a doggie play day...
I need advice! I have a pandemic puppy (9 months old) and since I work from home there’s rarely a time he’s alone. He is very attached to me since I’m with him 24/7 and even if I leave and he’s with my husband he just acts depressed. Tips??
Great advice! I only have one question though, how long did it take you to crate train frankie or how long does it usually take to crate train a mini aussies?
I am battling car sickness with my mini aussie. She's almost 6 months and has been a wreck whining and shaking since we got her at 8 weeks in the car. I've done the short rides, she refuses to eat or take treats in the car, windows down (In Michigan and it's like 9* today...) and puked the last two rides to town (30 minutes and she hadn't eaten for 4 hours). I finally called the vet and got some medication.....4 pills / $53! can't afford that again. I did order some Bach Rescue Remedy and am going to get some pet CBD from the MMM store next time I go. Any suggestions?
I have this right now with my Aussie. Even a 5 min drive I am not sure if we will make it all the way. All I am doing is doing tiny rides to nice places, the dog park, or a simple open space down the road that he likes. I have realized that if he is relaxed he does well, if he is standing up looking around he does a lot worse. So in my opinion its not technically motion sickness and more anxiety which gives me hope that he will outgrow it. I have purchased a spray that is suppose to help which I have been using sparingly like a 30min ride and it seems to work I think (I only did a ride that long 1x and he lasted until we got to the destination which previously caused 4+ accidents) it is called Adaptil.
You don't need a crate, your dog and, most dogs can be taught very quickly to stay on a mat. The mat has to be big enough so they can stretch/roll move around on. All of our different breed dogs over 25 years have easily learned this.
I wish you didn't leave out putting a blanket over their crate as it makes a world of difference in them feeling comfortable. Dogs naturally seek cave like structures for safety and a blanket is amazing at getting them to feel comfortable in there. Just don't cover all sides.
UMMMM NO CRATE...SMH I get your thoughts.. but i have never used a crate. just seeing one gives me anxiety EITHER WAY LOVES FRANKIE AND THE VIDEOS! JUST MY THOUGHTS
There not bad at all unless used my wrong but I understand for a long time I did not like the crate but it is aGreat thing for a dog it makes most of them feels safe some dogs will never like it but...
I never understand why so many people try to sell crates as a good thing (for the DOG - I mean, I get it why it's good for the owner! Very convenient..). Even if we assume that dogs are "den animals" who like to cuddle up in closed spaces (which, I frankly don't see often in my own dogs), it still does not justify why they would WANT to be CLOSED UP in those tiny places. Say, humans like to sit, and you are particularly found of your armchair. Now would you like to be forced to stay in your armchair, with a cage around it, hours on end, while all the World goes by? Yes, sometimes you might feel the need to relax and you might CHOOSE to sit there for that long, but isn't it reassuring to know that if you want to, you can stand up and leave? I don't think any animal instinctively chose to be forced to stay in one place - every living creature would like to have the option of fleeing or fighting in danger and be able to esscape. I've never used crates, and I have renovated my whole living room and kitchen (alone) with a 6 months old puppy on my side. I also leave him alone in the whole apartment from day one, and he has not destroyed anything... I puppy-proofed my rooms for the first month or two when he arrived, and now he just doesn't feel the urge to go to those areas that used to be off-limit, like book shelves and plants and shoes and so on. I also thought him that while I'm away, he should just chill out - he either sleeps in his bed or on the sofa or on the carpet by the sofa while I'm gone (6 hours a day). I taught him that by always leaving him alone after having exercised him properly (now it means, free running for 1-1.5 hours in the woods) and I fed him. He is very high energy (German Shepard mix) and he is just a young puppy (9 months old) but he simply just sleeps through the hours I'm gone or chills out. The most activity I've ever witnessed from him was fetching his chewtoy and chewing it for a while (I have a puppy camera). He has learnt that nothing exciting will happen till I'm gone, and he is also tired and well fed when I leave, so why would he want to do anything anyways? This, btw, the same as what our family dogs have been as long as I can remember, and I grew up with multiple dogs. I've never heard of people crating their dogs until I moved to the UK, it's just not that people tend to do in Hungary. I'm ALWAYS so puzzled by it... even trainers recommending it, locking these highly intelligent animals in a cage, though they can very well be taught and trusted to enjoy more freedom. I'm not speaking up against providing them a "safe, den-like place", I just don't think that den should have a lock on it. :/ But this is just my opition, it's clear to see how much you love your dog and want the very bes for him.
No dog needs crates. I educate since 45 years dofs and have never used one. Whining dogs ignoring in the crate is no good way. Crates are a typical American Fashion and like all fashions senseless.
No one said to ignore your dog in the crate when they are whining? You don't use crates and that is great for you. I use crates and that is great for me. There are different techniques out there. I just prioritize safety for mine
This comment is so old but - I didn’t used to think crate training was necessary. After having an intestinal obstruction scare with one of my pets, I can’t imagine *not* crate training. The fact that you can lose your dog to something as benign as pillow stuffing? Why take the risk?
Didn't you just move. and you have to keep him in a cage. you just put him a room with the door closed. or at a friends house while you are moving. A cage is just another item to have to move. Oh this video sponsored by a crate company. he's just trying to make money. Dont stress your dog by locking him in a cage and forcing him to watch movers pack up everything. They know something is going on. it's best that they are not watching that.
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You might not be a professional dog trainer, but in my opinion you are giving great advice anyway and I think most people can learn a lot from you. :)
I appreciate that!
Hallo cococolonie!!!
My puppies are crate trained in the I-Crate before they go to their first owners. As soon as they are weaned from Mom they will sleep in a row of crates and the crate will be sent home with each puppy. Feeding the puppies in individual crate allow me to be sure a puppy is eating or need to be wormed. During the day the puppies are taken out to play in the big yard and come back for a small meal a few times a day. I encourage the new owners to feed the puppies and some time I put a small treat in the crate so learn that the crate is their space and they are safe in it. To person so all need to relax and talk sweetly to the puppies so they grow up without becoming hyper. I go nuts when I hear someone screaming at a dog. Some puppies will be shown at Dog shows as early as 12 weeks. The crate gives them the feeling of being home even know you might be 500 miles away in a totally unfamiliar place. A Dog Show is something the dogs take very seriously and when we get back to out Hotel Room they can’t wait for that warm bowl of foot and lights out. If you think of it as “ it’s 9:00PM and finally the kids are in bed and we get to relax” you will have a much better puppy experience.
I just say Good Night and they follow each other to the crate.
We have a 16.5 week old Aussie. Crate training him has saved us! We started from day one. The breeder didn’t think it would work and that Charlie would always cry when in it. It took about two weeks before he’d go into it without me having to push him into it. Now he will go in on command and will stay inside after I open the door and wait for the command to release. He’s amazing! Last night was the first night he went in on his own and didn’t want to come out. He was so exhausted. He is an amazing dog!
You could make him a snow cake for his birthday since he seems to like eating snow, hide some treats in it as a bonus :p
My Aussie learned how to open her crate door regularly, and gates. She was so intelligent she could unlock almost anything. Tragically I just lost her to cancer at 8.5 years old a month ago. I still cry thinking of my beautiful blue Merle. Bella Blue. Though she crated fine, she only broke out because of thunder or fireworks.. but the good news I just picked up a puppy and I have another puppy at the end of this month. Both are Aussies and one is blue Merle and red Merle. Best dogs in the world, but the pain of loosing my girl is overwhelming.
Thank you! My husband and I got our dog Charlie (a border collie, Australian Shepard cross) and we knew before we got him we wanted to crate train him, especially as a puppy to keep him safe, for a bed, for a den for him, exactly how you put it. There are lots of negative opinions about it (which we heard a lot) and we’ve explained it just like how you did to people, and we trained Charlie exactly the same from the first night at 8 weeks old and he ended up just going there himself (after a long time of course) I’m glad to see a video like this! Thank you! I hope others can see the positives about it :)
I love your honesty during the video
ahh thank you - really just trying to voice that everyone has their own ways ya know
My aussie is a cavedog... he sleeps under things.. but when he outgrew the space under the bed or sofa (to his louldy presented frustration 😂) i got him a crate and put a blanket over it, since you cant get a cavebed for big dogs... he loves it.. the door is never shut, but If i do close it, he doesnt complain either.
The blanket helps so much! I took it off so you could see the crate in this video
@@FrankieToTheMoon awesome to hear, that aussies behave like that even in different environments ❤️
We just got our first mini Aussie pup a few weeks ago. Bella also likes to crawl under the sofa to nap. She's finding it more difficult to crawl under as she's grown. I wondered if this was a common Aussie behavior? I think we'll try a blanket over the crate.
I've never liked dog crates coz I've seen the bad side of dog crates but seeing this video really made me think twice about dog crates frankie looks really relaxed to be in their etc and don't ever get nervous what works for u and ur dog works for u and ur dog everyone and their pet is different 😊
You are exactly correct, crate training is a very good thing. The crate is there bedroom safe quiet place.
yep that's the plan
Just picked up my mini Aussi yesterday😍 his name Is mac And hes 8 weeks 1 day Old.♥
So cool!
YAY
I got so much snow as well! Thank you for the tips on crate training. I hate when people use the crate as a punishment. It should be their home and it should feel safe. Thank you❤
Yeah i understand a little discipline, but as punishment is a hard no
@@FrankieToTheMoon agreed❤👍🏻🐺👍🏻
Thank you, for all the helpful information you give. You make a great comment, for every dog is different and will react to things differently. I was walking my daughter's Aussie and she loves to run ahead of me when she gets excited, I am holding onto her leash at the time. Trying to get her to slow down. A lady suggested to me to watch Caesar M. dog trainer. From the conversation I had with this lady, she told me, when my daughter's dog is running and I am trying to keep her from going so fast, holding onto her leash, I am causing Jackita to have anxiety. I disagree, I know Jackita and when she is running so fast, she is excited. I much prefer to listen to you, who recognizes all dogs are different with their own personalities.
I crate trained my rescue golden retriever at age six. He loved his crate, as he was a bit insecure, and it was his special safe place. Also worked with my six month old GR too. I think you did a great job of presenting this, and highlighting the many things a dog may find fearful that we might never think of.
Excellent, great tips on Crate training
Beautiful Frankie as usual
Thanks
Thank you!
Thanks Joey this was super helpful!
I'm Canadian, from Ontario too. Yes, we did get alot of snow the other day and it was beautiful outside.
I got Soooooooo much snow. Love from sudbury❤
@@lilyjones4289 I'm a little bit away from Sudbury but I did go there once 😁
@@fireflylantern nice. But never move here lop it's a horrible city😂
Aww so cute!! Thanks for the helpful tips! Frankie is just so intelligent!
I definitely got lucky with this guy
You really did!
Thank you! I needed this for my pup
Getting my mini puppy in 10 days. Glad I found this channel.
Love how you give Frankie a shoulder massage! You inspired me to do the same with my mini aussie and he loves it! He sits in front of me and i'll massage him while he faces away from me LOL
"It's warm out"
We are from entirely different worlds lol
Coast of NC almost never gets snow, so when it does everyone freaks out and crashes their cars into each other. Can't imagine these people where you live. Love your videos bro. You are my go-to for discovering all the nuances of owning a Mini Aussie. You have great advice.
I have had 2 Aussies both big males we crate trained 1 of them and the other one didnt require it. Aussies are so smart.
Frankie doesn't really require it either, I just did it for his safety and his own good. Loves it now
Frankie is such a sweet doggie , Im always happy to see your vedios, thank you for posting.
We just started watching you - almost every day when I'm home working. We, meaning my 4 pups and I ...2 Toy Aussies, 1 Mini Aussie and 1 Pomsky...we Love Frankie! Hoping I can train these pups to go in a crate now. I love how you pointed out the safety factor and a place they can feel is their own. Thanks!! Malachai, our Mini is a few months younger than Frankie. He turned 2 on August 16!
You are so kind
I just got my own Aussie and I am so excited to crate train her! We are starting a week later than when I got her because the crate was delayed in transit because of the snow storm a few days ago. Thanks so much for the video, Joey!
Ahh especially with covid, you cant do much about shipments rn
Love everything about this video! My Aussie still has his crate and loves it as his hangout and nap spot . And I’m glad you discovered Fruitable dog treats! They’re the best! My Dobby loves the Watermelon ones the best!
omg Dobby is the best name ever!!
both of my dogs love their crate! One is almost 11 and my Aussie is 2. We leave their crate door open when we are home and a lot of times they will just go and sleep. It is funny though my Aussie does not want a bed in her crate. We have tried multiple types and times and she will sleep under them
Thank you sooo muchhhh! We’ve never had a dog as a pet before but are thinking about getting one and are pretty new to this whole thing!!
Ahh I’m glad this helped
Your videos have been so wonderful/ helpful. My husband and I are bringing home two 8 week old Aussies next weekend and we are so ready to be with them!
Good luck!!
Love the Squints art!!
Thank God for your channel.
Me and my partner are preparing to get a puppy this year! Thank you for creating that kind of content, very very helpful! :) all the best for you!
Thanks!! for all your advice :) we introduced the crate to him with his food and toys. like its his home. even when he gets a snack we give it in the crate.
Yeah a lot of my friends did that too! I just didn't have the space so i didn't want him eating in his bed haha
@@FrankieToTheMoon happy you found a other way to let him get used to it :) you both are great together :D what is happened to the second aussie thoughts? :P
Loved the tips in this video and just your views on dog training in general, which is something that drew me in to your channel. And also because my boyfriend and I just got our first puppy who is a standard Australian Shepherd and it's good to see what we're in for😂
You are in for a treat - that is for sure ahha best of luck
LOVE this video! We've been training our Malamute to stay in his crate, but he finds it really difficult to stay in there when we go to bed or leave the house. This video has given me new inspiration to re-introduce the crate, thanks!
I have a 5 month old aussie and she is great with the crate. But here in Florida she doesn’t want a bed in it. She basically only lays on tile or wood. She never chooses carpet or anything surface we would think is more comfortable.
I’d consider you to be a pro, even though you’re not. You taught franky well! He’s a awesome boy. You know your dog and you’ve did what any owner should do. (No offense to dog trainers)
This was helpful to keep going on the crate training for our 5 month old mini Aussie too. Couple good tips too!
Hi there!!Love Frankie ❤I was wondering what your thoughts were on when it comes to bed time, would you take the crate in your bedroom ? Eventually we would like to have just his bed in there.Right now we have the kennel-in our kitchen- living room space.Thank you!!😊
I love your doggo and your TikToks
My boyfriend and I bought a 8 week old French bulldog last week and crate training by far has been the hardest😖
I love your channel and your dog i love Australia Shepherds
Love your channel, it's such an informative channel!!
Glad you enjoy it!
I enjoy your frankie to the Moon videos alot and appreciate all the love and Care you show for Frankie. About the crate. I know there are better or worse ways to use them. But my intuition says that I shouldn't use crates. Just to put my opinion out there. There are alternatives. F.ex. My Aussie has his own bed and sits beside me in the car with a seatbelt on when I drive.
Im dying over here. Im so sleep deprived. I have an 8 week old aussie shepherd and he crys and SCREAMS all night. Like its to the point im scared the neighbours think we are torturing him. I dunno what to do.
Fantastic video and great ideas (training😉). I appreciate your thoughts and being brave enough to just share your ideas, in a world where there are people that will object to anything.
Congrats on the news place.
I have an, almost, 3 month old puppy and this will help a lot. Thank you
Ahh thanks Jim! Good luck with your pup
Great advice and thanks for the ideas will try to see if any will work with Trooper Thanks Again your vids are always amazing
Glad you like them!
I wove da snow AWot! Thanks for the tips!
No problem!!
Wanted a dog Frankie's size so got an Aussie.. he's awesome but then I realized Frankie is a mini haha now imma have a big ol dog instead!
Love the advice!!! Thanks man!
What’s the purpose of the divider? Just trying to figure out the training purpose of segmenting the crate.
So that they don’t have room to pee in one corner and sleep in the other
Frankie is very well behaved. I'd be curious to know what he was like as a puppy? We just started raising an Australian Shepherd, and he is about 12 weeks old now. Hyper chomper haha.
Honestly he was the same. He was such an angel growing up - I’m still amazed to this day
Helpful!
Do you have any tips for getting my male 9 month old Australian shepered to stop pooping in the house. We leave the door open so he can go in and out but he's constantly doing it...I yell no and put him outside but it doesn't so anything.
I would love to know how you trained him to go through your legs and other tricks. You say u aren’t a trainer but you did train your dog and I have no idea how to teach them fun stuff like through the legs and stuff
haha i mainly say i am not trainer, cause i didn't study and I have no idea how to explain how the stuff i taught him ahha but the easiest way to explain is to guide them through your legs with the treats
A have a aussie/ pit mixed. He's very loveable and sweet. I'm not the original owner, he's about 7 months old. He has 2 habits I'm concerned with. 1) he has accidents in house, even when he's tookrn outside. And 2) he's lways getting into my garbage. Is it too late to fix this? What can I do to get him to stop this?
I have a question: Does it affect ur dog when it has its tail docked?
Any advice on letting him roam alone day vs night?
This is really good advice, I crated trained mine by having it in my room, he was fine then I slowly moved the crate farther away in the next month or so. I also read that you can leave a piece of clothing with them that smells like you.
Love the channel! Have you tried the Casper bed in the crate? We are considering getting one to put in the crate but not sure if it is too thick. Our Aussie is around 40lbs
I actually have not! But honestly I don’t think I’d ever put that bed in the crate because it’s too nice. I wouldn’t want him to have an accident on it
Haha yeah true... we may scoop one up and see what happens
You never, ever, ever want to yell at your dog. Personally, I always present a firm tone and establish myself as the leader of the pack.
Being calm, collected and showing that you're the leader will always earn you respect from your dog
This is such an amazing video!
Did you close the door of the crate the first night you had frankie?
What kind of pad do u have in the crate. Also how did you get him to stay in there with door open til u tell him to come out?
Use a divider for his crate
Is it better to have a crate in a private room like a bedroom or a family room where more commotion is going on
I want your hoodie!
I had two mini Aussies and my male would put himself to bed, at 9 O’clock he’d go to bed. My female would stay up with us and go to bed when we did.
A few people find crate training cruel. But I've read it's a safe place for dogs
Ty for this, i am getting a dog soon (mini male aussie) and i will definetly look at this again to teach my dog... also any names?
Where did you get the crate bed? Do you recommend it?
Yeessss new video 😁😁😁😁
Every single sunday !!
I’m planning on getting a mini aussie what type of bed is in the crate?
can you make a night time video with Frankie and his light up fissbie
Okay so ummm we did a little on instagram... but it is hard to film in the pitch black
ok no prob i love you dog pls shoutout
@@FrankieToTheMoon i am subscribed
we are getting a auss hole in two weeks lol red tri male like indi
How did you leash train Frankie? My 13 week old Aussie does not want to be on leash, pulls bad. try to keep the leash by me but she just gets dragged.
A Frisbee Birthday Party for Frankie! Invite your Aussie club 💖
Love your vids guys!, Chris here in Coteau du Lac, QC...2 weeks from now we'll be proud to welcome to my pack (3 young children) our baby Aussi (mini blue merle with copper )..just curious on the food you feed Frankie as I have done loads of reading...looking for Canadian obviously, and raw won't work. Also which treats to you use ? Merci in advance for your insight!
I’m getting an 8 week old australian shepherd puppy february 28th! I have the 42 inch crate with a divider up. I’ve heard that if they are crying or whining when you put them in there to just kinda ignore it and let them work through their emotions on their own. I’m not sure how I feel about that, what do you think?
Yeah but if he is whining for attention, I tap on the crate
Crate training has been a total life saver for us with our mini aussie, especially in the first few months when she refused to nap on her own haha. We have the same Casper bed for when she's not crated, but I was wondering if you know the brand of the bed you have inside of Frankie's crate (or where you got it)? Looks like exactly what we've been wanting to get for ours.
The brand of the bed inside his crate is BeOneBreed
I agree with you 100%. I feel like you are doing amazing. Maybe you should bake him Organic Frankie Cookies ;) could be a new dog-treat-brand 'Frankie Moon Treats'
How did you get Frankie to be calm in his crate, make it his home.
How heavy is Franky. I have mini american and she's 12 pounds
Frankie is 43lbs
@@FrankieToTheMoon wow! Awesome. He’s such a handsome dog
Pup cake...there are several bakeries that make dog friendly cupcakes these days...if you can’t find one locally, there are several good recipes online.
Do a doggie play day...
I need advice! I have a pandemic puppy (9 months old) and since I work from home there’s rarely a time he’s alone. He is very attached to me since I’m with him 24/7 and even if I leave and he’s with my husband he just acts depressed. Tips??
Sorry, but where did you buy this amazing turtle frisbee in the begining? Our mini aussie is also crazy about frisbee training :)
It’s just a toy haha got it from winners
What size is Frankie's Kennel?
Frankie its very cute dog :-D
Great advice! I only have one question though, how long did it take you to crate train frankie or how long does it usually take to crate train a mini aussies?
Frankie took about 1-2 days to understand the concept and that he wasn’t bad and I wasn’t leaving
I am battling car sickness with my mini aussie. She's almost 6 months and has been a wreck whining and shaking since we got her at 8 weeks in the car. I've done the short rides, she refuses to eat or take treats in the car, windows down (In Michigan and it's like 9* today...) and puked the last two rides to town (30 minutes and she hadn't eaten for 4 hours). I finally called the vet and got some medication.....4 pills / $53! can't afford that again. I did order some Bach Rescue Remedy and am going to get some pet CBD from the MMM store next time I go. Any suggestions?
I have this right now with my Aussie. Even a 5 min drive I am not sure if we will make it all the way. All I am doing is doing tiny rides to nice places, the dog park, or a simple open space down the road that he likes. I have realized that if he is relaxed he does well, if he is standing up looking around he does a lot worse. So in my opinion its not technically motion sickness and more anxiety which gives me hope that he will outgrow it. I have purchased a spray that is suppose to help which I have been using sparingly like a 30min ride and it seems to work I think (I only did a ride that long 1x and he lasted until we got to the destination which previously caused 4+ accidents) it is called Adaptil.
@@MrPeterbuma Thanks, I'll look for it. I keep telling her it's with me or her house.....lol
Did you use this 42”x28” crate (with the divider) from the beginning or did you start with an even smaller crate?
I used this one with the divider
You don't need a crate, your dog and, most dogs can be taught very quickly to stay on a mat. The mat has to be big enough so they can stretch/roll move around on. All of our different breed dogs over 25 years have easily learned this.
My dog just goes
YAP YAAHHAHHAHA YAP
because he dosent like it to much.
ahaha that sounds 👍annoying 👍
I wish you didn't leave out putting a blanket over their crate as it makes a world of difference in them feeling comfortable. Dogs naturally seek cave like structures for safety and a blanket is amazing at getting them to feel comfortable in there. Just don't cover all sides.
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UMMMM NO CRATE...SMH I get your thoughts.. but i have never used a crate. just seeing one gives me anxiety EITHER WAY LOVES FRANKIE AND THE VIDEOS! JUST MY THOUGHTS
Did someone put you in a crate?
There not bad at all unless used my wrong but I understand for a long time I did not like the crate but it is aGreat thing for a dog it makes most of them feels safe some dogs will never like it but...
Every time you say "I'm not a dog trainer" I'm like-- 😑
For his birthday one idea maybe you could get a baby swimming pool and fill it with balls.
In all honesty, i think he might be terrified of that
@@FrankieToTheMoon oh I’m sorry. I just saw another dog playing in it.
Frankie is to happy at the dog park to waste time peeing. So he holds his blaster until he is home…. He wants to make good time at the park.
I never understand why so many people try to sell crates as a good thing (for the DOG - I mean, I get it why it's good for the owner! Very convenient..). Even if we assume that dogs are "den animals" who like to cuddle up in closed spaces (which, I frankly don't see often in my own dogs), it still does not justify why they would WANT to be CLOSED UP in those tiny places. Say, humans like to sit, and you are particularly found of your armchair. Now would you like to be forced to stay in your armchair, with a cage around it, hours on end, while all the World goes by? Yes, sometimes you might feel the need to relax and you might CHOOSE to sit there for that long, but isn't it reassuring to know that if you want to, you can stand up and leave? I don't think any animal instinctively chose to be forced to stay in one place - every living creature would like to have the option of fleeing or fighting in danger and be able to esscape.
I've never used crates, and I have renovated my whole living room and kitchen (alone) with a 6 months old puppy on my side. I also leave him alone in the whole apartment from day one, and he has not destroyed anything... I puppy-proofed my rooms for the first month or two when he arrived, and now he just doesn't feel the urge to go to those areas that used to be off-limit, like book shelves and plants and shoes and so on. I also thought him that while I'm away, he should just chill out - he either sleeps in his bed or on the sofa or on the carpet by the sofa while I'm gone (6 hours a day). I taught him that by always leaving him alone after having exercised him properly (now it means, free running for 1-1.5 hours in the woods) and I fed him. He is very high energy (German Shepard mix) and he is just a young puppy (9 months old) but he simply just sleeps through the hours I'm gone or chills out. The most activity I've ever witnessed from him was fetching his chewtoy and chewing it for a while (I have a puppy camera). He has learnt that nothing exciting will happen till I'm gone, and he is also tired and well fed when I leave, so why would he want to do anything anyways? This, btw, the same as what our family dogs have been as long as I can remember, and I grew up with multiple dogs. I've never heard of people crating their dogs until I moved to the UK, it's just not that people tend to do in Hungary. I'm ALWAYS so puzzled by it... even trainers recommending it, locking these highly intelligent animals in a cage, though they can very well be taught and trusted to enjoy more freedom. I'm not speaking up against providing them a "safe, den-like place", I just don't think that den should have a lock on it. :/ But this is just my opition, it's clear to see how much you love your dog and want the very bes for him.
But... but.. but... the Canine Thought Police have said that crating a dog is inhumane.
lol good for them
No dog needs crates. I educate since 45 years dofs and have never used one.
Whining dogs ignoring in the crate is no good way. Crates are a typical American Fashion and like all fashions senseless.
No one said to ignore your dog in the crate when they are whining? You don't use crates and that is great for you. I use crates and that is great for me. There are different techniques out there. I just prioritize safety for mine
This comment is so old but - I didn’t used to think crate training was necessary.
After having an intestinal obstruction scare with one of my pets, I can’t imagine *not* crate training. The fact that you can lose your dog to something as benign as pillow stuffing? Why take the risk?
Didn't you just move. and you have to keep him in a cage. you just put him a room with the door closed. or at a friends house while you are moving. A cage is just another item to have to move. Oh this video sponsored by a crate company. he's just trying to make money. Dont stress your dog by locking him in a cage and forcing him to watch movers pack up everything. They know something is going on. it's best that they are not watching that.
Depends on the dog.