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Thoughts on Removing Blanket?

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My puppy constantly takes his blanket from his crate and brings it out onto the floor. I expect this to be a life long behavior as my last Doberman did the same. This is a pet peeve of mine as we have a small house with children and I don't even let the children throw their living room blankets or bedroom blankets on the floor. He doesn't seem to understand that he must leave the blanket in his crate. He brings it out - I tell him "No" and remove it for a time before placing it back in his crate. He loves his crate for solitude (door is always open) so it is not the fact that he doesn't want to be there. I know it is pretty harmless and standard behavior but I don't want it constantly dragged around the house.

What are your thoughts on completely removing the blanket? He has stuffed animals he suckles/chews also.

Any thoughts on if it causes any future anxiety/stress issues to not have the blanket?
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It's your house and your call, but I would leave it if it were me. I just spent more money than I would ever like to count on a remodel. Every thing is stark white with splashes of jet black. There is Carrera marble and quartz every where. Very modern gothic chic just like I wanted. That being said, my beautiful showroom designed house is covered in Doberman toys, blankets, and chews. Seriously, there are a couple areas where it looks like a pet supply store exploded. I would not have it any other way. I imagine being a dog can be a boring affair sometimes, even with very involved and dedicated owners, as most of us work at least some days of the week. Then there is sleep. If dragging a blanket around and shaking it makes my boy feel more fulfilled I am all for it. You just have to decide what is and is not worth it for you in your home. I don't think there is a wrong answer.

Side note: if you do decide to pull it, look up primo pads. I have one for the permanent crate in the backseat of my truck. You can order them in common sizes or custom order one. My custom came in a couple weeks. Prices are very reasonable. I believe I paid 60 dollars for a 42 inch x 24 inch. They provide padding and can be wiped down with a simple rag. They remind me of those sleep mats from when I was in kindergarten.
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Thank you for your input.

The blanket is in addition to his pad which he likes very much.
As I said, it's not just him - it's the kids too who love throwing their blankets ...
He seems fine without the blanket - but wasn't sure if it causes any future anxiety/stress issues to not have it.

Thanks for the referral about the pads in case this one doesn't hold up.
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I doubt it will cause stress or anxiety for not having it. Having it just probably adds some momentary fun and excitement. you could always replace that fun with interactive fun where you play with him with a toy. I'm sure you already do that, but you could just add an extra session to make up for the lack of blanket if you cannot deal with the blanket being on the floor.
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This is a pet peeve of mine as we have a small house with children and I don't even let the children throw their living room blankets or bedroom blankets on the floor

Well ---- Your Doberman is not a kid , they get a free pass for things like this , LOL

I would probably let it pass , No I would let it pass , lol

But that is just me
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I doubt it will cause stress or anxiety for not having it. Having it just probably adds some momentary fun and excitement. you could always replace that fun with interactive fun where you play with him with a toy. I'm sure you already do that, but you could just add an extra session to make up for the lack of blanket if you cannot deal with the blanket being on the floor.
My wife and I work from home and we have the small kids. If anything he is over-stimulated and we have to actively provide quite time for him.

Thank you!
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This is a pet peeve of mine as we have a small house with children and I don't even let the children throw their living room blankets or bedroom blankets on the floor

Well ---- Your Doberman is not a kid , they get a free pass for things like this , LOL

I would probably let it pass , No I would let it pass , lol

But that is just me
This is a pet peeve of mine as we have a small house with children and I don't even let the children throw their living room blankets or bedroom blankets on the floor

Well ---- Your Doberman is not a kid , they get a free pass for things like this , LOL

I would probably let it pass , No I would let it pass , lol

But that is just me

Haha.

Thanks.

Do you think it causes any future anxiety/stress issues to not have it.
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I’m a choose your battles kind of person, there are some thing with a puppy/dog you’ll have to learn to love with. I currently have a 15 week old puppy and My house also looks like a pet store exploded. But even before the puppy there were dog toys everywhere to me a blanket being dragged out of the crate and played with us no big deal, I’d rather deal with that than chewing on something he’s not supposed to. With that being said, eventually you’ll probably have to take the blanket away anyway because There’s a good chance he’ll chew on it. My older dog had to go to the vet several times for blanket ingestion, after the first time she wasn’t allowed blankets but was still sneaky about it, took one off me while I was sleeping and ate almost half of. Thankfully she out grew that habit.
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Haha.

Thanks.

Do you think it causes any future anxiety/stress issues to not have it.
Kadin has always been a blankie sucker , does not chew it , just lays there sucking on it , has his eyes closed , like he is in another world , but when we take it away and put it up when we are gone , its no big deal , but the funny thing is when we get home and ( btw the room we put it in , we have to lock the door because he can open it ) he will run in there and bring it out and just put it where he wants it for future sucking , lol

All are different in how they would react , so it would be your call if it causes him any stress , my guess it would not .
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I’m a choose your battles kind of person, there are some thing with a puppy/dog you’ll have to learn to love with. I currently have a 15 week old puppy and My house also looks like a pet store exploded. But even before the puppy there were dog toys everywhere to me a blanket being dragged out of the crate and played with us no big deal, I’d rather deal with that than chewing on something he’s not supposed to. With that being said, eventually you’ll probably have to take the blanket away anyway because There’s a good chance he’ll chew on it. My older dog had to go to the vet several times for blanket ingestion, after the first time she wasn’t allowed blankets but was still sneaky about it, took one off me while I was sleeping and ate almost half of. Thankfully she out grew that habit.

I am pretty lenient with him. He has run of the house - and outside within our fence and front porch. His toys and bones are allowed everywhere - it's just the blanket that drives me crazy.

The chewing and destroying it is a side issue which leads me to want to remove it all together - My last Doberman didn't swallow the blanket but tore it apart.
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Kadin has always been a blankie sucker , does not chew it , just lays there sucking on it , has his eyes closed , like he is in another world , but when we take it away and put it up when we are gone , its no big deal , but the funny thing is when we get home and ( btw the room we put it in , we have to lock the door because he can open it ) he will run in there and bring it out and just put it where he wants it for future sucking , lol

All are different in how they would react , so it would be your call if it causes him any stress , my guess it would not .

So far it doesn't seem like it bothers him. I assume the sooner I take it the better if I decide to.
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Octopi are incrediblle creatures! They develop their intelligence quickly. They notice everything. Better yet, they take special pride in their homes. A home means everything to them, They decorate, and keep their homes just so. I marvel at their joy and pride of ownership. Charming! In one year's time octopi develop an intelligence, minimall,y of a 5 year old human child!!!
And then they die.
Life's short.
Joy and pride of ownership, sharing what you love, and family... What's better than that?

My dobies do the same. Lol! They cannot chew their blankets or destroy their toys. They have to pick up their toys , keep them out of the main paths and put the blanklet away when not in use. I trained my child too! It was easy peasy!
Holey Moley! I think about it- how special they are! They have to be good all the time, respect our stuff, and stay out of so much exciting stuff.
Joy is such a simple thing. I love watching the delight! They show you their joy, without pestering! They even take joy in their pride of having what is theirs!, The are the sweetness in my life. It's a delight. How fun, It's love they want to share , and want to spend time around me. My son too, lol.

With the dogs, I want things the way I want it!
Life's short.

Kadin has always been a blankie sucker , does not chew it , just lays there sucking on it , has his eyes closed , like he is in another world , but when we take it away and put it up when we are gone , its no big deal , but the funny thing is when we get home and ( btw the room we put it in , we have to lock the door because he can open it ) he will run in there and bring it out and just put it where he wants it for future sucking , lol

All are different in how they would react , so it would be your call if it causes him any stress , my guess it would not .
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Mine aren't allowed blankets because they tear holes in them and eat the bits and pieces. I have no desire for them to get an obstruction, so they get no cloth items in crates or anything. That said, most of their life is not crated and they have access to couches and beds, etc.
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Octopi are incrediblle creatures! They develop their intelligence quickly. They notice everything. Better yet, they take special pride in their homes. A home means everything to them, They decorate, and keep their homes just so. I marvel at their joy and pride of ownership. Charming! In one year's time octopi develop an intelligence, minimall,y of a 5 year old human child!!!
And then they die.
Life's short.
Joy and pride of ownership, sharing what you love, and family... What's better than that?

My dobies do the same. Lol! They cannot chew their blankets or destroy their toys. They have to pick up their toys , keep them out of the main paths and put the blanklet away when not in use. I trained my child too! It was easy peasy!
Holey Moley! I think about it- how special they are! They have to be good all the time, respect our stuff, and stay out of so much exciting stuff.
Joy is such a simple thing. I love watching the delight! They show you their joy, without pestering! They even take joy in their pride of having what is theirs!, The are the sweetness in my life. It's a delight. How fun, It's love they want to share , and want to spend time around me. My son too, lol.

With the dogs, I want things the way I want it!
Life's short.
I love it!
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Mine aren't allowed blankets because they tear holes in them and eat the bits and pieces. I have no desire for them to get an obstruction, so they get no cloth items in crates or anything. That said, most of their life is not crated and they have access to couches and beds, etc.
Right on! It teach them not to chew their stuff. It takes about a month, with rascals that are sneaky chewers! My girl could not have her blanket at night, during that month! Toys go in 2 baskets. Hmmm,, 3 dogs.
Mine aren't allowed blankets because they tear holes in them and eat the bits and pieces. I have no desire for them to get an obstruction, so they get no cloth items in crates or anything. That said, most of their life is not crated and they have access to couches and beds, etc.

Thanks.

I am blessed in that he loves his crate - 90 % of the time though he sleeps on the couch when he is sleeping. He does have a nice mat so the blanket is superfluous. I am leaning towards removing it and letting him suckle his stuffed animals. He doesn't seem to attack them with as much energy.
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Octopi are incrediblle creatures! They develop their intelligence quickly. They notice everything. Better yet, they take special pride in their homes. A home means everything to them, They decorate, and keep their homes just so. I marvel at their joy and pride of ownership. Charming! In one year's time octopi develop an intelligence, minimall,y of a 5 year old human child!!!
And then they die.
Life's short.
Joy and pride of ownership, sharing what you love, and family... What's better than that?

My dobies do the same. Lol! They cannot chew their blankets or destroy their toys. They have to pick up their toys , keep them out of the main paths and put the blanklet away when not in use. I trained my child too! It was easy peasy!
Holey Moley! I think about it- how special they are! They have to be good all the time, respect our stuff, and stay out of so much exciting stuff.
Joy is such a simple thing. I love watching the delight! They show you their joy, without pestering! They even take joy in their pride of having what is theirs!, The are the sweetness in my life. It's a delight. How fun, It's love they want to share , and want to spend time around me. My son too, lol.

With the dogs, I want things the way I want it!
Life's short.
Very nice!
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Where is the blanket before you take him out of the crate? Does it look like it served any purpose to him or did he shove it out of his way? My puppy was already 5 mo old when I got her but she simply hated blankets and shoved them out of her way. If bored, she’d chew a little hole in them. So not worth it. If the puppy doesn’t like blankets, removing a blanket won’t make them anxious.

Removing the crate might him anxious as a pup. If he’s dragging the blanket all over the house maybe he’s attached to it. Don’t let him leave the crate with it. If he’s just taking it and dumping it outside his crate he’s maybe trying to tell you something. His padded crate might be plenty
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I am pretty lenient with him. He has run of the house - and outside within our fence and front porch. His toys and bones are allowed everywhere - it's just the blanket that drives me crazy.

The chewing and destroying it is a side issue which leads me to want to remove it all together - My last Doberman didn't swallow the blanket but tore it apart.
Yep! Just like a kid, you don't respect it I take it away. ( I always put it right where they can see it, get to it, but muahah!!!! IT'S MINE FOR NOW! Off-limits because you wanted to ruin it.
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Where is the blanket before you take him out of the crate? Does it look like it served any purpose to him or did he shove it out of his way? My puppy was already 5 mo old when I got her but she simply hated blankets and shoved them out of her way. If bored, she’d chew a little hole in them. So not worth it. If the puppy doesn’t like blankets, removing a blanket won’t make them anxious.

Removing the crate might him anxious as a pup. If he’s dragging the blanket all over the house maybe he’s attached to it. Don’t let him leave the crate with it. If he’s just taking it and dumping it outside his crate he’s maybe trying to tell you something. His padded crate might be plenty

Good insight.

Sometimes he likes it sometimes he doesn't. He has a full sized crate and he is only half size so when he lays down sometimes he lays with the blanket and sometimes he lays on the other side without the blanket. When he removes it it is more for playing rather than chewing - he shakes his head with it and pushes it onto the family members - then when no one will play he lays down and chews.
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