The Pet Parent Hotline | Real Help for Pet Behavior, Budgets, and Everyday Stress

Don’t Buy the Wrong Crate for Your Dog


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Confused about which crate is right for your dog? With so many sizes, styles, and price points, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and to end up wasting time and money on the wrong crate for your dog. The right crate isn’t just about convenience. It’s about safety, comfort, and setting your dog up for success.

In this episode, I'm chatting with Expert Dog Trainer Ruth Hegarty of Creature Good Dog Training. Together, we share real pet parenting advice to help you confidently choose the best crate for your dog’s size, age, and behavior needs, without overspending or second-guessing your choice.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
• The simple sizing rule to make sure your crate actually fits your dog
• The pros and cons of wire, plastic, and furniture-style crates
Pet cost hacks and budget-friendly tips to find the right crate without wasting money

Because the right setup doesn’t just make life easier for you, it creates a calmer, safer space for your dog and helps prevent future pet parenting struggles.

If you’re ready for expert pet advice that saves you money, builds your confidence, and keeps your pet happy, this episode is your guide.

CONTACT RUTH: https://www.creaturegooddogtraining.com/

OTHER LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Some of the links below may be affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you make a purchase. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps keep the show AD FREE.

Impact Dog Crates: 25% off when you use this link

Budget friendly and great quality bed/pad options:

Majestic Pet Products

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Pet parenting gets overwhelming fast, especially with behavior issues, rising costs, and conflicting advice. This show gives you pet care solutions, pet behavior help, and pet budgeting tips you can use right away.

Each week brings clear pet parenting advice plus expert guidance on dog and cat behavior, dog training, nutrition, stress free vet visits, and routines that make life easier. We also tackle issues like cat anxiety, emergency vet decisions, hidden hazards, and how to stay ahead of the everyday problems that create stress for pets and their people.

No fluff, no guilt, just practical tools that save money and help you enjoy a calmer home and life with pets.

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