hi,
the doxie pup is now 10 months old. he doesn't have indoor accidents when i'm supervising him and the owner is catching on for the evening/night time.
right now he has 1 hour out of crate time after potty outside, used for walk, play,training and settle down time(playing by himself, chewtoys etc.-i try not to pay much attention to him, except to click/treat when he's doing the right thing and turning my back when he's attention seeking with barking or pawing). when he's inside he's on a leash. then he's in the crate for 2 hours. i think he's ready for more freedom. the last time i tried to go "cold turkey", ie not use the crate at all during the day, he peed repeatedly indoors almost immediately. it was weird. was he stressed?
so wondering what would be a good transition?
usually near the end of his out of crate hour, he goes into his crate for a nap. but sometimes will wander in and out if i leave the door open.
thanks for your input.
sincerely-jen the doxie nanny