Basically, crate training is a method of training your dogs (and I guess it could be used for other pets as well). You use crates to put your dogs in during times of discipline as a way of training them into good habits and keeping them away from bad habits. Each time I have seen crate training used I have seen it work effectively.
When done right, crate training is a great way to train dogs. As a veterinarian, I am constantly helping my clients come up with creative ways to house train and teach other habits to their dogs. I quite often suggest crate training to my clients as long as they take the time to learn exactly how to make it an effective form of discipline.
Like any other form of training, crate training is only effective when it is done consistently and well. You cannot use crate training on a hit and miss basis and expect your dogs to respond well to your actions. You must learn the techniques of crate training and then be committed to sticking to your purposes once you begin the training. Dogs need consistency in discipline or they will never understand what you are trying to mold in them.
You can pick up many resources on crate training, or you can do an online search and find out more. It is becoming a more popular way to train dogs, so you shouldn't have any problems finding enough info to work with. Take pride in your dogs and take the time to train them to the best of your ability and with the most effective methods you can find. Crate training might just be the answer that you are looking for with your dogs. Grab some crates and start your training today!
