Most often this type of behavior is exhibited by puppies, small dogs, or dogs which have never been trained not to jump on people. Dogs will jump up on people for one reason: to get attention from you. This is why when he is a puppy you will want to avoid petting him when he jumps up. Teach your puppy or dog to "sit" for attention or praise of any kind. When he jumps on you, use your lowered tone of voice and lean towards the dog saying "OFF." He will have no choice but to back away from you and when he does, teach him to sit only after he has his bottom firmly planted on the ground. Offer him calm praise for obeying you. Soon all you will have to say to your dog is "sit" and he will comply readily because he knows he will be rewarded.Crate training is not putting your dog/puppy in a cage or jail, and you are not being cruel if you follow these tips. Dogs feel secure in small, enclosed spaces, like a den. Dog crates make excellent dens. It is a safe place for him to stay when you're away or when you cannot watch him.

Watch your own dog around home. Where do you find him napping in his deepest sleep? Under the table, desk, chair? Yes, somewhere out of the traffic pattern where he has a roof overhead and a little privacy. A crate offers security, a den with a roof, and a place to call his very own where he can go to get away from it all.

There are basically just a few steps in "crate" training and they are as follows:

• Choose a crate the same size as your puppy/dog. He should only have enough room to stand up, turn around and lie down. His crate is for sleeping or for a safe place to be when you cannot be with him. If you get a huge crate for a small dog, he may eliminate in one end and sleep in the other and you will have defeated the whole purpose of using the crate (dogs do not like to eliminate anywhere where they sleep or eat). If you have a puppy who will grow into a 60-70 lb. dog, you may have to buy two different crate sizes or purchase a crate with a divider you can move as he grows.
• Use a single-word command for your dog to enter his crate, for example, "KENNEL"; throw in a treat or piece of kibble; when the dog/puppy enters, praise him and close the crate door. Increase the time he spends in the crate before you let him back out. Remember, your dog still needs time to play and eliminate. Maintain a regular schedule of trips outdoors so as not to confine him too long.
• As a general guide, your puppy can stay in his crate comfortably for as many months as he is old plus one month (2 mth old pup + 1 mth = 3 hours in his crate).

Always take your puppy/dog outside to the same area in your backyard to eliminate on a leash so you can praise him when his job is finished. This will take the guesswork out of his visits to the backyard. And don't forget to play with him and exercise him. He needs this kind of stimulation for his mental and physical wellness.

Remember, your dog or puppy is a pack animal by nature and he will be looking to you for direction. Your job as a responsible pet owner is to give him that direction so you can enjoy each other as true companions should.

Here are some crates you might be intersted in:



Portable Pet Home wieghs 44% less than similar sized plastic shelters, and is ideal for travel, shows, camping, anywhere on the go pets travel. The Pet Home folds down to less than 2" and use 93% less space than other kennels. The Pet Home is made from heavy-duty 600D polyester and can be used indoors or outdoors. The fabric is backed by PVC coating to make unit water-resistant and mesh panels on all four sides allow for ventilation, roll up covers can be used to close vents. Heavy-duty nylon door offersVelcro® straps to hold in place when open. Not recommended for puppies or chronic chewers.

Mini comes in Khaki/Navy
Small comes in Khaki/Eggplant
Medium comes in Khaki/Maroon
Intermediate comes in Khaki/Navy
Large comes in Khaki/Hunter Green
X-Large comes in Khaki/Brown

Lightweight Soft Crates assemble easily in minutes without tools. Outer shell is made of durable, water-resistant, 600-denier nylon supported by a sturdy, fold-down, tubular steel frame. Black mesh window panels on front, sides, and back provide ventilation and visibility. Zippered openings on front and top offer easy access. Front door flap can be rolled up and secured with the handy Velcro® strap. Convenient pocket on bottom stores frame support bars when crate is not in use. Not recommended for puppies and chronic chewers.