yorkster...
The only thing I can say FOR SURE is to not
listen to anybody that says"it would be fine'
to leave your dog in the crate when you have
to leave.(If she stays in a crate at night)
There are experienced behavior people here at Pet Talk who can give you a more detailed answer to your problem.This problem is very
solveable. Crateing to much won't help..
Good Luck to you in finding the right
answer...