<p>OK. I bought a metal folding crate on Amazon. I had to go for the 36 inch (vs 42) in order for it to fit in the back of our SUV. Our lab is on the small side so I’m hoping it’s OK.
I’m not sure about using it in the house but we’ll give it a try using the training tips and leaving the door open for now. I’m hoping I don’t have to get TWO crates…although we’ll do what we need to do. I see your point about getting this established BEFORE he really starts having old dog problems. Thanks! (Can’t find the KONG at the moment…who knows what he did with it!)</p>