Crates
PurpleShelley,
Make sure the crate is the right size for her. If you can, take her to the store and have someone help you pick the right size. She should be able to stand up and turn around. You can get a wire crate or a plastic one -- the choice is up to you. Don't force her into the crate. Make it comfortable. Try throwing treats into it and letting her go in and get them. Once she is OK with going in and out, start feeding her in the crate. Don't close the door. When she is OK with eating in there and goes in on her own, close the door for a few seconds, then open it. Gradually get her used to it so she doesn't think you are locking her up. Since she doesn't like being separated from you, stay in the room with her the first few times you shut her up. You can actually just push the door shut, without locking it, and see whether she feels she has to push her way out -- much easier than locking her in and having her panic.
OTOH, you may find she is already used to a crate and goes right in. I've been fortunate in that my dogs have taken to the crate immediately. One was uncomfortable until I got a cover for the crate (it was wire). Another had a problem because the first crate was completely undersized. Once I got the right size, he fit right in.
I think you will find it is easier to get her used to the crate than being shut in a room away from you. My experience with crates is that dogs like them. Dog people like them. Other people don't. Go to an obedience class and you will find crates lining the walls. The instructors will put their dogs in crates while teaching. The dogs are all happy in their crates.
Let us know how it goes.
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