Articles — Crate Size

Cocker Spaniel Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1878 Lifespan: 10-14 years Size: Medium Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 30” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. Introduction Originally bred as hunting dogs in the United Kingdom, Cocker Spaniels got their name from the game that they hunt, the Eurasian woodcock. The dogs are a member of the Spaniel family. The breed is the 29th most popular breed in America and was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878. The male Cocker Spaniel can grow, on average, to 15.5 inches in height while the female grows to...

Chinese Shar-Pei Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1992 Lifespan: 8-12 years Size: Medium Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 36” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. In 1978, the Guinness Book of World Records and TIME magazine named the Chinese Shar-Pei as one of the rarest dog breeds. It wasn’t recognized by the American Kennel Club until 1992. According to the AKC, as of 2017 it is the 61st most popular dog breed. The Shar-Pei was smuggled into America by a businessman. It is believed that these Shar-Pei are mostly the offspring of these initially smuggled dogs. The Chinese...

Getting a pet crate is a fantastic idea if you are getting a new dog. They have a range of benefits and help when it comes to security, toilet training, and transportation. Many owners will get a crate and they are becoming more popular as time goes on. They never used to be that accepted but now people are seeing the benefits and how they make life with a dog so much easier (at least at the beginning). They are particularly useful with puppies as they can be used to crate training and toilet train at the same time. Crate...

  Staffordshire Bull Terrier Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1974 Lifespan: 9 to 15 years Size: Medium Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 30” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier was originated from Staffordshire, England back in 19th century. The ancestors of this dog breed were Bull and Terrier. This dog breed was originally bred for bull baiting, bear baiting, lion baiting and dog fighting, but as these practices became banned it became a show dog and beloved pet. The Staffordshire Terrier found its way to America in early 1870 which earned them other...

Getting a pet crate is a fantastic idea and it will bring you and your dog a lot of benefits. For many new owners, the first challenge is actually finding a good dog crate to use. There are a ton of brands available and finding one that suits your dog and your own needs can be difficult. However, when it comes to finding the best dog crate, many owners will forget a crucial step – sizing. Sizing your dog before you buy a pet crate is very important and will ensure your dog is comfortable and safe when they’re in...