A dog owner has been left in stitches after her cockapoo puppy's clever escape from a crate went viral on TikTok. In the video, owner Shannon gently places the tiny brown puppy into a crate filled with blankets and teddy bears, hoping it would settle for the night. However, as she closes the door and leans back, the puppy effortlessly squeezes through the bars and escapes.
The video, captioned 'The first night in the crate is going very well... You couldn't write this,' has amassed over 430,000 views and 34,000 likes in just three days. Viewers were quick to comment, with one user noting, 'Both mine sleep in crates. If they don't, no one would sleep.' Another added, 'Crate training is so important! When I was training dogs I always referred to their crate as their bedroom.'
Battersea Dogs and Cats Home explains that crate training can help foster a sense of security for dogs. 'Building this association can mean that the presence of the crate helps them stay calm in new or stressful environments,' a spokesperson said. However, they also caution that crates are not for everyone, advising owners to 'see what suits both you and your puppy best.'
The video has sparked debate among viewers, with some praising crate training while others oppose it. One commenter wrote, 'That baby doesn't want to be in a crate. I had three dogs that were six weeks old and never put them in a cage. I hate cages.' Despite the differing opinions, the puppy's antics have clearly entertained thousands online.
