Fact! Dogs like crates since they mimic the close living quarters of a wolf's. The thought that crating your dog is cruel or unusual is not accurate. Here's how crate training will simplify potting training and gives the puppy a much space of their own. *Crating the puppy several times a day is an excellent way to potty train. Plus it gives them some much needed time of their own. *The crate whould mimic a den. Make it cozy and comfortable with blankets or pads, then cover the crate. Most crates come with a special cover made to fit. *Use the crate for naps, bedtime and often needed breaks away from the daily chaos. *Purchase larger crate especially for bullies. When grown they will need enough room to sit, lie and turn around comfortably. *The secret is to purchase a well vented crate with the dividers sections provided. When he/she is a pup use the divider to section off the crate to just enough room for the pup to sleep. They will try very hard not to deficate where they sleep. *Of course the puppy will need frequent bathroom breaks. Everytime you take him out of the crate, go outside and allow him to eliminate. *Never leave the puppy in his crate all day. He needs playtime and feedings on a set schedule. We recommend putting the puppy on a set feeding schedule of 8 AM, 12 PM, 4PM and 8 PM. Use lunch breaks to come home and allow the puppy to eat and use the outdoors. Most work schedules will permit this schedule or close to it. *Never use the crate as punishment. It should always be a haven for the puppy not a jail cell. If you follow these guidelines, you will find yourself with a much easier trained and much happier puppy.