Stop crate crying — Ethan’s way

The protocol

1. 1
   Set up the three conditions before every crate.

   Played, fed, pottied. A puppy that’s none of those will cry — and be right.

2. 2
   In goes the puppy with a chew. Crying on entry → wait it out.

   Letting them out for crying teaches crying works.

3. 3
   Out only when quiet; ignore for two minutes after.

   No party at the door — the crate isn’t a punishment and the exit isn’t a reward.

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