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Toy Poodle Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1870 Lifespan: 12-14 years Size: Small Energy: High Recommended Crate Size: 24” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. Introduction The Toy Poodle is oodles and gobs of cuteness all in one pint-sized package.  He weighs in at no more than 10 pounds, soaking wet.  And, speaking of wet, Toy Poodles are bred from Standard Poodles who were originally designed to be Working Water Dogs.  No wonder their so sharp...and this tiny tot is super smart too.  This Toy is a joy!  Happy, friendly, intelligent, and playful, he knows no...

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1886 Lifespan: 12-15 years Size: Small Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 24” 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 This dog is dandy indeed!  The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is dashing and dignified, yet daring at the same time.  In fact, he’s a little package of dynamite - one you don’t want to have a close encounter with...if you’re a rodent, at least. Created for the purpose of hunting down small critters, this guy is...

Tibetan Spaniel Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1983 Lifespan: 12-15 years Size: Small Energy: High Recommended Crate Size: 24” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. Introduction Also known as Tibbies, the Tibetan Spaniel is a small, assertive, and smart breed originating over 2,500 years ago in the Himalayan mountains of Tibet. They share ancestry with the Japanese Chin, Pekingese, Lhasa Apso, Tibetan Terrier Shih Tzu, and the Pug. The Tibetan Spaniel has an incredibly long history. Bred in Tibetan Buddhist lamaseries to be companions and alarm dogs, they were popular gifts to foreign dignitaries. Today the little...

Skye Terrier Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1887 Lifespan: 12 to 14 years Size: Small Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 24” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. Introduction The Skye Terrier is a hunting dog that prefers to explore safe areas. The Skye is well suited to living indoors, enjoying life as a house pet. The purest of this dog breed were found on the Isle of Skye in Scotland, thus the name Skye Terrier. This Scottish dog breed was first described in the 16th century when they were already noteworthy for their long coat. Some confusion exists in tracing...

Silky Terrier Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1955 Lifespan: 11-14 years Size: Small Energy level: High (very energetic) Recommended Crate Size: 24” 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 The Silky Terrier may look like a prim and proper. pampered prince or princess, but don’t be fooled.  He might have some silky sprinkles on top but rest assured, he’s one tough cookie. This spunky little high energy creature is given to thrive on adventure and readily takes on a challenge.  He’s a pint-size...