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West Highland White Terrier AKC recognized in 1908 Lifespan: 13-15 years Size: Medium Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 30” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. Introduction Cute as a bug and white as snow, the West Highland White Terrier is a popular choice of dogs for apartment and condo dwellers.  He’s practically perfect to pack along most anywhere.  And talk about getting attention!  This white furry friend always gets his fair share. While the West Highland White, affectionately known also as the Westie, was originally bred to hunt down rats and keep other small critters at...

  Basset Hound Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1935 Lifespan: 12 – 13 years Size: Large Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 36” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. Table of Contents Introduction Breed Appearance Nutrition Grooming Exercise Pet Crate Size More Information Introduction Do your ears hang low?  Do they wobble to and fro?  The popular kid’s song certainly describes the Basset Hound because...his do.  This long-eared, sad-eyed dog breed was made famous by a cartoon character named Droopy and became further adored for being the model for Hush Puppy brand shoes, this lazy long dog...

  Australian Cattle Dog Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1980 Lifespan: 12 – 16 years Size: Medium Energy: High Recommended Crate Size: 36” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. The Australian Cattle Dog is a breed of herding dog originally developed in Australia for droving cattle over long distances across rough terrain. It is a medium-sized dog with a short coat and has two main colors. It has either black or brown hair evenly distributed through a white coat. This gives the appearance of a "blue" or "red" dog. It should not be confused with the...

When it comes to selecting a pet crate for your dog, new consumers can get confused about which one to purchase. One such confusion can occur between the pet crate and pet carrier distinction. They are two very different things and getting the wrong one can ruin your plans. Many people purchase dog crates for different reasons. Some buy them for general dog storage, some for toilet training and others so they can travel with their pets. A general pet crate can usually accomplish all of these tasks, whereas, a pet carrier will struggle with several of these. Making sure...

When it comes to traveling with your pet, you need to make sure they are safe and secure. The last thing you is an accident that could not only put your life in danger but also your pet’s. That is why when you’re traveling, especially in a car, you need to have a pet crate that will keep your pet safe. There are a variety of pet crates you can choose that will protect your pet during travel and many of them have other more practical uses. When you’re choosing a pet crate for car travel, finding the most secure...