i dont crate often, only when we are at a flyball competition i crate clover and even then she is in and out all day. i could not physically leave her in her crate for 9 hours or more, it would drive me mad more than her (im a sook).

maybe when bailey is a little older she might grow out of chewing and then be able stay in a gated off room (say the kitchen) and also with guiness there now she may be less inclined to chew as she will have someone to play with. and maybe if you start off with short periods of time and praise like mad when bailey does not misbehave oneday she may be "trustworthy"

good luck and i hope the dogs will be crate free oneday