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Should I crate my new dog for home & cat adjustment, and for how long?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 4 years and 2 months old | 65 lbs

Hello I just got a lab, 3 years old. I was told she was potty trained ..crate trained and has lived with cats. My question is should I crate her at night and while I. At work until she gets familiar with my house and my cats? And how long does that take?

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Answered By Shaneez Wallani, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 14th, 2019

That sounds like a good plan for the first couple of days of Lucy being home to help keep everyone safe. See the links below for more information, and congratulations on the new addition! https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=8569058 https://indoorpet.osu.edu/dogs/new_additions_dogs/intro-dog-cat

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