My wife has asked me a lot (and so do I), how big a crate should I get for my dog? This editorial is in regard to indoor crates, for while you work, sleep etc.
The answer is quite simple. You want a crate large enough for the dog to walk right into it, turn around, and lie down. They can stand straight without squatting.
Doesn’t sound like much?
Let’s look first. Dogs are domestic wolves, and they still have a lot of wolf instinct in them, one lake or home. These burrows are usually small, either under a tree or in a small cave/hole in the ground. It’s their room, and they love it cozy, not luxurious. They don’t need much room as they will sleep most of the time while they are there.
They also ask what about “accidents”. We don’t try to have “accidents” in the rooms, and neither do the dogs, just make sure you walk them before you put them in the crate for the day. This is another point where the “small” size comes in handy. You don’t want your dog to do that in the crate, and the dog doesn’t want to lie in it. . If you give them a cypress box, they will have space to do it, and they will be able to lie on the other side. It would be acceptable to some, and unless you are caught in the act, it would be acceptable to them.
It’s a simple, but small part of the problem.
What kind of box should we get? It all depends on you and your dog.
If the crate is going to be stationary all the time, then one of the hard plastic loads with a metal gate (such as VariKennel and SkyKennel). These are like carrying large cat carriers without a handle on top. The advantages are:
– They tend to cost as little as possible.
– They are solid and therefore solid. You can also use them as a table if you are safe and the dog is not too active on them). If the dog is very active, these crates will not tear apart like tent crates.
– You are safe. If he ever falls into them, the dog will not be harmed (unless it is a huge item, of course).
– You are easy. They are dark and feel more like a “lake”.
– Many also have a good coat of cedar on the bottom, so dog, dirt, and other contaminants. they will fall below, they will not add extra dirt to the dog, they can smell nicer than us humans.
But these are large, heavy, and full. You don’t want to move it around too much.
What if you move around a lot? A variety of collapsible fences are available, but these cost more. Mainly two types of collapsible roofs, tents and metal cages. Both have their own advantages and disadvantages. Metal cage;
– Collapse for easy storage and moving
– Active dogs at active
– They are strong for protection.
– In general, they are less expensive than a tent with roofs
But these can also be heavy (as much or more than the plastic cages listed above), it is more possible for metal collars (like a pinch collar) to stick in the frames, and it is not possible to use a common nut (most of the time the dog can get out, though).
Crates Tabernacle;
– Or very light
– Easy to set up and take down for easy storage and mobility.
However, if you have a sharp dog, it is easy to gnaw the sides, knock them over, and they do not offer protection from perishable things, and they tend to be expensive.
Recently, a new spectacular bowl arrived, we have one, and we love it (and the puppy gives four paws, because he loves to sleep on his back there). It was made by a company called Noz2Noz and is a cross between a box tent and a metal cage. It is collapsible, the supports are metal (not plastic or PVC pipes as in tent fences, the fathers are strong, and it is light Super. My wife doesn’t even ask me to carry it! 🙂
Another relatively new version of the crate is the “pop” box. These are usually folded into a dish the size of a small plate (our large ones are about 12″ in diameter, and about 2 inches thick. These “pop” into a full sized bowl. They are great for carriers, because they are very light and compact (they fit in a lot of carry-on luggage too) and usually run $20-$30 each. which is cheap for a box but not worth it at all. > a box or a hampster ball (mostly it can be done with acting dogs!) some others have appeared, and more expensive, varieties of this grid have appeared, they have some advantages that you would like to go with me.
What about “me-“? If you’re worried about ventilation, you can switch to battery-powered fan coils, or just head to your local store department. and buy an inexpensive oscillating fan. Comfort? Your little one spends all day there, make it comfortable for them. Many pet cafes sell bed crates, and while these are nice, they tend to be expensive. Many dollar stores sell small sections of rugs and/or towels. You can also go to many fabric stores and buy cheap fabric by the yard to make them a nice impromptu bed. Cheap pillows can also work. Do you want the last one in the park? Old bath towels or blankets (according to the puppy, these are usually the best because they are ‘broken in’ Soft, not rough , and we smell like us, not so alone). There are endless possibilities for bedding to fit all budgets and dogs. If your dog is a chewer, I suggest going the less expensive route (plus some Grannik’s Apple Bitter). An old piece of linen, even after we wash it, still smells like us, and they love us, so they think about us while they are stuck in a dog’s dream.
When choosing a crate for your dog, try to look at all the choices that are out there and make the best one for you and your dog. Do not jump if the dog has injured itself in the crate, or even if it chews. Spend an extra dollar to make your friend happy.
What do we use? My wife and I are 13 (my god, how many???) fence. We have decided that we have 3 perm. in the house, 2 plastic ones with the Belgians, and a metal box for the collie (which can also be used for overnight trips).. In his car is a metal cage for the Belgians (secured). In the run we also keep the crates of several folds for whoever needs them (overnight trips, dog shows, etc.). We also have a double metal crate that we use in the bedroom (for the puppy to sleep in) and an overnight crate and crate for one of our Belgians (or whoever wants to sleep in it). Restaurant crates find their way around the house, from car to car because of their mobility.
