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Bichon Frise Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1972 Lifespan: 14-15 years Size: Small Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 24” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. Introduction The Bichon Frise is a small breed with medium energy. In French, it is pronounced as bee-shon-free-zay which means "fluffy white dog." They originated from Spain, the Mediterranean area and were often used as sailing companions. They gained their popularity due to their acceptance within the French and Spanish royal families. If you meet Bichon Frise dogs, you may get the urge to touch and cuddle them, and they will...

Australian Terrier Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1960 Lifespan: 11-15 years Size: Small Energy: High 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 Introduction He’s quite the handsome chap!  The Australian Terrier, or Aussie Terrier as he is commonly endeared, is a lad (or lass) who hails from the Down Under, Melbourne, Australia to be exact. Spirited, smart, and small - the Australian Terrier has it all in one adorable little package.  But don’t let his size fool you.  This Terrier has...

Chihuahuas Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1904 Lifespan: 10 - 18 years Size: Medium Energy: Small Recommended Crate Size: 18" - 22" dog crate* Return to the main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart Introduction Most people have accepted that the Chihuahua was first recognized in Mexico as early as the 9th century. There are historical references on artifacts and artwork that were found during archaeological digs throughout Central America and Mexico, including the Cholula pyramids that are said to represent a Chihuahua. There are many other artworks that resemble the head of a modern Chihuahua too, including a pot found at Casas Grande....

Toy Fox Terrier Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 2003 Lifespan: 13-15 years Size: Small Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 18” – 22” 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 toy is a fox!  He’s an All-American too!  Quick, smart, and downright loveable, Toy Fox Terriers have captured the heart of America and beyond. The pint-sized pup has just enough pep to keep his family properly entertained.  But, unlike some other small breeds, he doesn’t tend to get obnoxiously hyper...well, not all...

Russian Toy Terrier Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 2008 Life Expectancy: 10-12 years Size: Small Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 18” – 22” 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 tiny toy is one of the most elegant, yet cheerful, loving little dogs you could ever hope to meet.  Once exclusively seated in the aristocratic lap of luxury, the Russian Toy Terrier is neither a wimp nor a warier.  In fact, pet parents of the Russian Toy claim he’s about as...