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Crate training is an effective way to train a new puppy. While crates can be a wonderful training tool they can also be very unattractive. Shopping at your local pet store you probably won’t find any crates that will blend in well with your home décor. They are usually either metal or plastic and almost always ugly. This will not be a big issue if you will use your crate just for travel or in the garage.

But if you are like most people your puppy’s crate will need to work within your interior design scheme. There are a couple of effective ways to fix an ugly crate. The two biggest options available to your are to purchase a crate cover or buy a crate that looks like furniture.

There are all kinds of dog crate covers and they are available in different types of fabrics. There are an almost unlimited amount of choices when it comes to the color and pattern of your dog crate cover. Because they are made to have a tight fit on your dog crate you will need to order the appropriate size to get the right fit.

A dogs crate cover is an easy and inexpensive way to improve the appearance of your dog crate. They will also make a space for your dog which is dark and cozy. This can make the crate feel more like a den for your dog. Expect to pay forty dollars or less for a crate cover. Your other option is to buy a crate made from a material other than plastic or metal. One of the more popular crates along these lines are those made from wicker. This will not be as easy to clean as either metal or plastic so it is not a good idea to buy wicker unless your dog is house trained. You can also find crates out there made from wood to look like ordinary furniture. The crate is hidden under a table top and almost disappears. These can be very expensive and difficult to clean so make sure your dog is potty trained before buying one.