I have a crate for my pup but i actually only use it as a place for him to sleep, although he rarely naps in it during the day, he prefers to lay by mine or himself's feet At night the door is left open so he can use the paper to go to the toilet if needs be
If i have to go out, like shopping i just leave free to roam the room or whatever, he doesn't chew things he tends to just sleep and wait for our return.

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