How do I crate my new puppy overnight and where should I put it?

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Hi! I just got my first puppy today! (Cocker Spaniel) I am a little troubled about how to go about crating her overnight for bed. I was given "pee pads" from the clinic and not sure if I should put them in her crate over night with her in case she has an accident but then I am worried she won't go to sleep if she finds herself having an accident in her crate. Help! Also- Should I place the crate next to my bed when she goes to sleep? Pet's info: Dog | Cocker Spaniel | Female | spayed | 2 months and 15 days old | 15 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Congrats on your new puppy! Lilly's crate size should be big enough that she can turn around and lie down in it, but prevent her from going to the bathroom in it. If the space isn't too big, she will not go to the bathroom in it because she won't want to lay down in her own mess. I wouldn't put the pee pee pads in there, as you don't want her to learn to go to the bathroom where she sleeps. Given that she is so young, I would wake up at least once or twice in the night to let her out to potty. If you put the crate next to your bed, she will whine and cry all night to be let out, and you won't get any sleep. I would recommend keeping the crate in another room that is quiet and dark.

How do I crate my new puppy overnight and where should I put it?

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