We got a new Golden Retriever puppy 2 months ago. At about 5 months we plan to take him with us as we tow our 5th wheel and he will travel in the truck with 2 crated (hard shell) cats. We haven't deci...
Our dogs all had crates from the time they were puppies. it was their spot, their own bed, and private when they wanted. We used soft crates in the Motor Home, as both big dogs were uncomfortable travelling loose. Apparently they had too much room to roll around in, and had to brace against every turn, start, or stop. They traveled with their crates open, curled up snugly in their own private house.