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Having a dog crate is one of the best things you can do for your dog. They have a range of benefits and can allow you to take your dog just about anywhere. With the right crate and accessories, you can safely take your dog on a plane to another country, or in the car to the local park. With a crate, your dog is 10x safer during transport. Safety during transport is incredibly important for dogs, just as much as humans. It is important that you make sure your dog is strapped down and secure during traveling, especially when...

When it comes to caring for your dog, many owners will use a crate. This is the perfect way to give them their own personal space in the house and it allows them to travel with you when you go away. Pet crates do have a lot of benefits, there’s no doubt about that. However, some owners may feel that pet crates aren’t the direction they want to take, especially when they have puppies on the scene. Sometimes, puppies and pet crates don’t mix and you may need a puppy play pen, which provides a range of other benefits and...

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...