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  Collie Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1885 Lifespan: 12-14 years Size: Large Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 48" dog crate*  Return to the main Dog Crate Sizes Breed Chart. Table of contents Introduction Breed Appearance Nutrition Grooming Exercise Pet Crate Size Introduction The Collie originated from Scotland around 350 years ago. The lineage of this breed can be traced back to one dog called Old Hemp. Unlike other herding dogs, the method of this breed is less aggressive and quieter yet still very effective. There are 3 main types of Collie, which are Border Collie, Bearded Collie, and Rough Collie....

  Chinook Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1906 Lifespan: 12-14 years Size: Medium Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 48" dog crate*  Return to the main Dog Crate Sizes Breed Chart. Introduction Chinook dogs are not for lazy owners. They are now considered a rare breed of sled dog. Chinooks were developed in the New Hampshire state in the 20th century and have since become the official state dog of New Hampshire. The Chinook breed is a result of crossbreeding between Husky stock with Mastiff-like breeds. They are now kept as family pets for companionship. Chinooks bark rarely but they are very talkative in expressing...

  Bouvier des Flandres Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1931 Lifespan: 10-12 years Size: Large Energy: High Recommended Crate Size: 48" dog crate*  Return to the main Dog Crate Sizes Breed Chart. Table of contents Introduction Breed Appearance Nutrition Grooming Exercise Pet Crate Size Introduction The Bouvier des Flandres dogs were bred as herding dogs in Flanders, Belgium. These dogs are also known as Toucher de Boeuf which means 'cattle driver' and Vuilbaard which means 'dirty beard'. The farmers relied on them to drive cattle, herd sheep, and pull carts. Bouviers are now kept as guard dogs, police dogs, or usual...

  Bloodhound Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1885 Lifespan: 10-12 years Size: Large Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 48" dog crate*  Return to the main Dog Crate Sizes Breed Chart. Introduction The Bloodhound lineage is traced back to feudal France where this breed was used for the purpose of tracking deer and wild boar. It is very agile and clever, the Bloodhound has a strong sense of smell and is often used in high priority tasks such as law enforcement and rescue missions. Due to its background and personality, the Bloodhound is often depicted in the media as a great tracking...

  Anatolian Shepherd Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1996 Lifespan: 13-15 years Size: Large Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 54" dog crate*  Return to the main Dog Crate Sizes Breed Chart. Table of contents Introduction Breed Appearance Nutrition Grooming Exercise Pet Crate Size Introduction The Anatolian Shepherd is a breed originating in Turkey. As is in its name, the Anatolian Shepherd dog is from the Anatolian region, and then was developed in the US. This breed is really big and powerful. It also has superior hearing and eyes, bred to protect livestock. Since it has great speed and skill, this dog is able to...