We have one here now that you basically have to beg her to eat even though there is zero competition for food in her current environment. She associates food with pain and this is very difficult to correct in a dog.

This breaks my heart. 💔

they associate the crate with safety and food

Thought of the same thing, some animals actually felt secured and knew no one can get in and steal their food or worse, hurt them.

It is always nice to read your updates, how deeply you care for these animals..Bless your heart. 💕