When Koko was around a year old we had to have both of her knees repaired. This involved 12 continuous weeks in the crate, 6 weeks for each knee. Since that time we haven't once tried to put her in the crate and really there is no need to, since she is very well behaved roaming the house. In the 4 years since her crate time there has never been any accidents or damage to anything. I think if I brought the crate up now she would probably go in without any drama.