Dog In Crate 12 Hours, Is This Cruel?

[Deleted member 541]

@lostforgottensoul Honestly, I think it's too long of a time frame, I think the crate is too small, and if you need to leave him that long possibly hang a water bottle like they have for hamsters and gerbils. Dogs can learn to drink from them. I'm not trying to sound bitchy and I'm not being judgemental. I would try to find a way to pop home sometime during the shift. Maybe during dinner break????

And whoever suggested leaving him in the car.... don't do it, it's against the law....

 

[digger]

Theres rover.com but i dont have a chance to interview and what not and i also learned that most wont simply because he is a pitbull.

Not for such short notice, but other suggestions for finding a suitable walker/sitter - phone around all your local rescues and vets and trainers and ask if they have contact details or recommendations for individuals that offer these services.

 

[Gs172003]

It's hard when you have animals to care for and you're away. I'm sorry you're in this predicament.

 

[Gs172003]

So does mine. He always goes in on his own to chill. He opens the door with his nose.



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Heres some info on crate training.


Crate Training: The Benefits for You and Your Dog

 

[Neverthesame]

What about a doggie door?
Then he can run around and poop all he likes.

 

[lostforgottensoul]

Thank you @missy meier! Yes, very hard. Im a freaking weirdo basket case at work at the moment and part of that is because i forgot to put his toy in there.

that crate isn't very spacious compared to the size of the dog.

It is the largest crate. He can fully stand up and turn around. This picture, he was moving but the top of the crate is where you see the cat carrier. When standing its about an inch above his head.

What about a doggie door?

I live in an apartment, without a fenced in yard.

Im trying to flex 30 mins, come in 30 mins later and take a 30 min lunch instead of an hour. But thats up to my sup whom isnt here. I sent her an email but that doesnt mean much until she replies.

 

[brae]

I was, locked in a closet for days. Crating him in general is VERY hard for me. See: Is It Just f*cking Me? on how hard is was on me to not project myself to my dog and crate him in general.

I am trying to take what's useful and leave the rest but this is VERY hard for me in general. Please know that!

wow truly that must hav been so so confronting for you and such a huge lesson, sending compassion and empathy <3 dont get me wrong i dont hold judgement with all this, maybe i should have been more clear about that. i was intending to throw out ideas to consider. i hope this thread has been insightful and helpful for u

 

[Justmehere]

The fact that it's later in the day makes it a better situation than if it was 6am to 7pm.

What about hiring someone to come walk the dog once while you are at work? I have a friend who does that fo a living and goes around walking people's dogs once a day while they are away at work.

 

[Justmehere]

I want to also say that you have a very good heart to put in this much effort to figure it out. Only crap dog owners wouldn't even think about it.... I know your pup means a lot to you too. I find these kinds of decisions abou my own dog to be super hard. I hate even putting a horse in a pen but sometimes it is the best thing. :hug:

 

[lostforgottensoul]

Thanks @brae, yes, just putting him in there at all is very hard and was a BIG step for me.

What about hiring someone to come walk the dog once while you are at work?

I called a few but they all said no because he is a pitbull so not sure if i can find someone in a day. I dont have friends or know anyone and dont know any of my neighbors.

Also, people already terrify the f*ck out of me. Giving a stranger my key? Not sure if i can. But if i dont im abusing my dog....

 

[lostforgottensoul]

I know your pup means a lot to you too. I find these kinds of decisions abou my own dog to be super hard.

Yes he does. Thank you JMH!! :hug:

 

[lostforgottensoul]

My sup approved for me to flex 30 mins. Come in 30 mins later and have a 30 min lunch instead of an hour. So i can stop off at home to let him out.

Thanks for all the replies!