Thanks =D I did wonder... I was also wondering about crate training and leaving him alone, as i said we've only had rescues recently so leaving them unattended has never been a problem but now... wires, plug sockets, my brothers lego...

it's a minefield of danger lol though to be honest a crate isn't really convenient, there's a kitchen waiting to be fitted and space is short atm (and we have three dogs -shakes head- mental) lol
So anyone have an alternative? If there isn't then I'll get a second had crate but I'm eager to avoid it if poss.
Ta peeps, tis so helpful having hundreds of dog owners to ask for help =) x