Home Training & Behavior # Dog Crate Sizes: Guide & Calculator by Breed The Woof & Beyond Team Updated November 8, 2021 7 min read Contains affiliate links Not veterinary advice ![](https://www.woofandbeyond.com/static/a111c0f9fa608be1631c2632ecae091f/5e493/image.jpg) [Crating your dog](https://www.woofandbeyond.com/how-to-crate-train-a-puppy/) has a plethora of benefits, from providing your pup with a comfortable bed all the way to ensuring their safety when left alone. But if you’re new to crate training a dog, you might be wondering how much the crate size really matters. On the other hand, if you are a crating veteran, there may still be some important information on validating whether you are using the right size crate or not. **Generally, a crate is too small if the dog cannot stand up and turn around comfortably, and too big if the dog can walk around in it. Failing to provide the dog with a properly sized crate during training can unnecessarily set back potty training.** Since it’s very important to choose a properly sized crate, I’ve made a handy calculator that estimates the crate size your dog needs while saving you the headache of thinking too hard about the crate selection process: What is your dog's breed? Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Afghan Shepherd Africanis Aidi Airedale Terrier Akbash Dog Akita Inu Aksaray Malaklisi Alano Español Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog Alaskan Husky Alaskan Klee Kai (Miniature) Alaskan Klee Kai (Standard) Alaskan Klee Kai (Toy) Alaskan Malamute Alopekis (Αλωπεκίς) Alpine Dachsbracke American Bulldog American Bully American Eskimo Dog (Miniature) American Eskimo Dog (Standard) American Eskimo Dog (Toy) American Foxhound American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Shepherd (Miniature) American Staffordshire Terrier American Water Spaniel Andalusian Hound (Large) Andalusian Hound (Medium) Andalusian Hound (Small) Anglo-Français de Petite Vénerie Appenzeller Sennenhund Ariegeois Ariège Pointer Armant Armenian Gampr Artois Hound Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Silky Terrier Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Australian Terrier Austrian Black and Tan Hound Austrian Pinscher Azawakh Bakharwal Dog Banjara Hound Barak Barbado da Terceira Barbet Basenji Basque Ratter Basque Shepherd Dog (Gorbeiakoa) Basque Shepherd Dog (Iletsua) Basset Bleu de Gascogne Basset Fauve de Bretagne Basset Hound Bavarian Mountain Hound Beagle Beagle-Harrier Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Shepherd Bergamasco Shepherd Berger Picard Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Billy Black Mouth Cur Black Norwegian Elkhound Black Russian Terrier Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy Blue Picardy Spaniel Bluetick Coonhound Boerboel Bohemian Shepherd Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Ardennes Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Dog Boykin Spaniel Bracco Italiano Braque Français (Gascogne) Braque Saint-Germain Braque d'Auvergne Braque du Bourbonnais Brazilian Terrier Briard Briquet Griffon Vendéen Brittany Broholmer Bruno Jura Hound Bulgarian Shepherd Dog Bull Arab Bull Terrier (Miniature) Bull Terrier (Standard) Bulldog Bullmastiff Bully Kutta Ca Eivissenc Ca Mè Mallorquí Ca Rater Mallorquí Ca de Bestiar Ca de Bou Cairn Terrier Campeiro Bulldog Can de Chira Can de Palleiro Canaan Dog Canadian Eskimo Dog Cane Corso Cantabrian Water Dog Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carea Leonés Carolina dog Castro Laboreiro Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Catalan sheepdog Caucasian Shepherd Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Central Asian Shepherd Cesky Terrier Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chien Français Blanc et Orange Chien Français Tricolore Chihuahua Chilean Terrier Chinese Chongqing Dog Chinese Crested Dog Chinook Chippiparai Chortai Chow Chow Cimarrón Uruguayo Cirneco dell'Etna Clumber Spaniel Cocker Spaniel Colombian Fino Hound (Grande) Colombian Fino Hound (Standard) Corsican Dog Coton de Tulear Cretan hound Croatian Sheepdog Curly-coated Retriever Czechoslovakian Wolfdog Cão de Gado Transmontano Dachshund (Miniature) Dachshund (Standard) Dachshund (Toy) Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Danish Spitz Danish–Swedish Farmdog Denmark Feist Dobermann Dogo Argentino Dogue Brasileiro Dogue de Bordeaux Drentsche Patrijshond Drever Dunker Dutch Shepherd Dutch Smoushond East European Shepherd East Siberian Laika Ecuadorian Hairless Dog English Cocker Spaniel English Coonhound English Foxhound English Mastiff English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan) Entlebucher Sennenhund Estonian Hound Estrela Mountain Dog Eurasier Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Hound Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Miniature) Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Français Blanc et Noir French Bulldog French Spaniel Galgo Español Gascon Saintongeois Georgian Shepherd Dog German Hound German Longhaired Pointer German Pinscher German Roughhaired Pointer German Shepherd German Shorthaired Pointer German Spaniel German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Golden Retriever Gordon Setter Gończy Polski Grand Anglo-Francais Tricolore Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Noir Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Orange Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen Grand Bleu de Gascogne Grand Griffon Vendéen Great Dane Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greek Harehound Greek Shepherd Greenland Dog Greyhound Griffon Bleu de Gascogne Griffon Bruxellois Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Griffon Nivernais Guatemalan Dogo Gull Dong Gull Terrier Halden Hound Hamilton Hound Hanover Hound Harrier Havanese Hierran Wolfdog Himalayan Sheepdog Hokkaido Hovawart Huntaway Hygen Hound Hällefors Elkhound Icelandic Sheepdog Indian Spitz Indian pariah dog Irish Red and White Setter Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Istarski Oštrodlaki Gonič Istrian Short-haired Hound Italian Greyhound Jack Russell Terrier Jagdterrier Japanese Chin Japanese Spitz Japanese Terrier Jindo Dog Jonangi Jämthund Kai Ken Kaikadi Kangal Kanni Karelian Bear Dog Kars Karst Shepherd Keeshond Kerry Beagle Kerry Blue Terrier Khala King Charles Spaniel Kintamani Kishu Kokoni Kombai Komondor Kooikerhondje Koolie Kromfohrländer Kuvasz Labrador Retriever Lagotto Romagnolo Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Landseer Lapponian Herder Large Munsterlander Leonberger Levriero Sardo Lhasa Apso Lithuanian Hound Löwchen Mackenzie River husky Magyar agár Mahratta Hound Maltese Manchester Terrier (Standard) Manchester Terrier (Toy) Maremma-Abruzzese Sheepdog McNab Shepherd Montenegrin Mountain Hound Mountain Cur Mucuchies Mudhol Hound Mudi Neapolitan Mastiff New Guinea singing dog New Zealand Heading Dog Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norman Artesian Basset Norrbottenspets Northern Inuit Dog Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Old Danish Pointer Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Pachón Navarro Pampas Deerhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Pastor Garafiano Patagonian Sheepdog Patterdale Terrier Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Perdiguero de Burgos Perro Majorero Peruvian Inca Orchid (Large) Peruvian Inca Orchid (Medium) Peruvian Inca Orchid (Small) Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Petit Bleu de Gascogne Phalène Pharaoh Hound Phu Quoc Ridgeback Picardy Spaniel Pinscher (Miniature) Plott Hound Plummer Terrier Podenco Canario Podenco Valenciano Pointer Poitevin Polish Greyhound Polish Hound Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pont-Audemer Spaniel Poodle (Medium) Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy) Porcelaine Portuguese Podengo (Large) Portuguese Podengo (Medium) Portuguese Podengo (Small) Portuguese Pointer Portuguese Sheepdog Portuguese Water Dog Posavac hound Pražský Krysařík Presa Canario Pshdar dog Pudelpointer Pug Puli Pumi Pungsan Pyrenean Mastiff Pyrenean Mountain Dog Pyrenean Sheepdog Rafeiro do Alentejo Rajapalayam Rampur Greyhound Rastreador Brasileiro Rat Terrier Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz Ratonero Murciano Ratonero Valenciano Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Romanian Bucovina Shepherd Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Romanian Raven Shepherd Rottweiler Rough Collie Russian Spaniel Russkiy Toy Russo-European Laika Ryukyu Inu Saarloos wolfdog Sabueso Español Saint Miguel Cattle Dog Saint-Usuge Spaniel Sakhalin Husky Saluki Samoyed Sapsaree Sarabi dog Sardinian Shepherd Dog Schapendoes Schillerstövare Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schweizer Laufhund Schweizerischer Niederlaufhund Scottish Deerhound Scottish Terrier Sealyham Terrier Segugio Maremmano Segugio dell'Appennino Segugio italiano a pelo forte Serbian Hound Serbian Tricolour Hound Serrano Bulldog Shar Pei Shetland Sheepdog Shiba Inu Shih Tzu Shikoku Siberian Husky Silken Windhound Sinhala Hound Skye Terrier Sloughi Slovak Cuvac Slovak Rough-haired Pointer Slovenský kopov Smaland Hound Small Munsterlander Smooth Collie South Russian Ovcharka Spanish Mastiff Spanish Water Dog Spinone Italiano Sporting Lucas Terrier St. Bernard St. John's water dog Stabyhoun Staffordshire Bull Terrier Stephens Stock Styrian Coarse-haired Hound Sussex Spaniel Swedish Lapphund Swedish Vallhund Tahltan Bear Dog Taigan Taiwan Dog Tatra Shepherd Dog Tazy Teddy Roosevelt Terrier Telomian Tenterfield Terrier Thai Bangkaew Dog Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Terrier Tibetan spaniel Tornjak Tosa Transylvanian Hound (Short) Transylvanian Hound (Tall) Treeing Cur Treeing Feist Treeing Tennessee Brindle Treeing Walker Coonhound Tyrolean Hound Vikhan Villano de las Encartaciones Vizsla Volpino Italiano Weimaraner Welsh Sheepdog Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier West Country Harrier West Highland White Terrier West Siberian Laika Westphalian Dachsbracke Wetterhoun Wheaten Terrier Whippet White Shepherd White Swiss Shepherd Dog Wire fox terrier Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Wirehaired Vizsla Xiasi Dog Xoloitzcuintle (Miniature) Xoloitzcuintle (Standard) Xoloitzcuintle (Toy) Yakutian Laika Yorkshire Terrier Český Fousek Šarplaninac What is the sex of your dog? Male Female For those of you who are itching to know more about the topic, I will now dive deep into explaining everything you need to know about picking the right-sized dog crate for your pup - because the size really makes a big difference! Let’s begin. ## Can a Dog Crate Be Too Big? ![image1](https://www.woofandbeyond.com/static/e98c62712d7aaa94416d16c029c9a945/d7ad1/image1.jpg) **As counter-intuitive as it may seem to us humans, [a dog crate can be too big](https://cratetrainingcenter.com/can-a-dog-crate-be-too-big/)**. We all want to spoil our pups, but giving them too much room in a crate can actually have a negative impact. If the dog has room to romp in the crate, it’s too big. Believe it or not, a crate that is too big can hinder potty training tremendously. Dogs won’t usually relieve themselves where they sleep. If a crate is in the right size, this rings true. **If a crate is too big, then you’ve just provided your dog with a relief area**. A puppy may be inclined to designate one part of the crate as a sleeping area and the other side as a potty zone. This can also be present in adult dogs (so don’t think that just because you’ve survived the puppy years that this can’t happen again) because our canine friends are quite adept at making their own arrangements. ## How to Choose a Properly Sized Dog Crate There are three key steps in picking a properly sized dog crate, from considering the type of crate to properly measuring your pup. ### Step 1: Pick a Crate Type The first thing is first: pick the type of dog crate you want to buy. There are many [different types of crates and kennels](https://topdogtips.com/types-of-crates-for-dogs/), each with their own purpose. The three most common crate types are wire crates, soft-sided crates, plastic crates, car crates, and furniture crates. Let’s go over them briefly to highlight which one you should be considering for you own dog. If you want the deeper comparison, with specific models backed by published testing, my [dog crate buying guide](https://www.woofandbeyond.com/best-dog-crates/) covers every type in detail. #### Wire Crates Wire crates are the most popular (and flexible) types of crates out there. Often used for puppies and during house training, wire crates are exactly as the name describes; crates made with metal wire walls and top. These crates are awesome for dogs that like to look out (or can be covered by a fabric crate slip for dogs that don’t) and provide great ventilation for hotter climates. Some options have dividers in them to adjust crate size and can be collapsible. **If you have a puppy, the divider is a huge plus that can save you a lot of money down the road, since you won’t have to buy a new crate when they grow up. You can just get a wire crate with a divider based on the adult size of your puppy and call it a day.** The downside is that due to the crate being open on the sides, a muddy or accident-prone dog will make a mess that extends beyond the crate - something to keep in mind! A great wire crate to consider is [Midwest Home for Pets](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000QFWCK0?tag=woofandbeyo0c-20&linkCode=ll1&language=en_US). Our pick on Amazon MidWest Homes for Pets Dog Crate Check the price of MidWest Homes for Pets Dog Crate on Amazon → **Soft-sided crates** can be commonly seen at dog shows or on the spot. These portable crates are collapsible and easy to transport. Made of fabric, they are not intended for escape artist pets but rather those that love to go places with their humans. Soft-sided crates are more often than not machine washable, so cleaning is a breeze! A highly rated soft-sided crate is [Petsfit Portable Soft Collapsible Dog Crate.](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SJ9J19X?tag=woofandbeyo0c-20&linkCode=ll1&language=en_US) Our pick on Amazon Petsfit Portable Soft Collapsible Dog Crate Check the price of Petsfit Portable Soft Collapsible Dog Crate on Amazon → **Plastic crates** are often used for transportation, such as to a vet clinic or on a plane. These are lightweight and very portable because plastic is the material of choice and doesn’t require any tools to set up. These crates have a lot less visibility than wire crates and soft-sided crates, which can ease stressed-out pups. But because of this, they have less ventilation, so they are not great for hot climates. These crates are also a lot more difficult for escape artist pets to get out of (but they are not indestructible, so keep that in mind). [Petmate Vari Kennel](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DJRA0UQ?tag=woofandbeyo0c-20&linkCode=ll1&language=en_US) is a good plastic crate choice. Our pick on Amazon Petmate Vari Kennel Check the price of Petmate Vari Kennel on Amazon → **Furniture crates** help the dog crate match the decor of your home. This crate is best for dogs already comfortable with crates, don’t try to destroy them, and don’t have potty accidents in them. This is because these crates are not built for much more than housing a well-trained dog due to the material being wood or other fashionable option. These crates can also be rather pricey as they are seen as more a piece of furniture than something practical. [The Casual Home Pet Crate](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195A5ZXM?tag=woofandbeyo0c-20&linkCode=ll1&language=en_US) is both stylish and functional. Our pick on Amazon The Casual Home Pet Crate Check the price of The Casual Home Pet Crate on Amazon → **Car crates** are designed for pet safety in a moving vehicle. Car crates are also sometimes used indoors with particularly destructive dogs. The crates are very heavy-duty and crash-tested. Car crates are intended as permanent fixtures and not something portable, as they are usually too heavy in weight to carry. Because of their strong build, destructive dogs typically cannot make their way out of them no matter how hard they try! That being said, these crates are very expensive. A favorite amongst frequent travelers is the [4x4 North America VarioCage](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=MIM+Safe+Variocage&tag=woofandbeyo0c-20&linkCode=ll1&language=en_US). Pricey, but well worth your dog’s safety in the case of a car accident. Browse on Amazon 4x4 North America Variocage See 4x4 North America Variocage on Amazon → ### Step 2: Measure Your Dog ![image2](https://www.woofandbeyond.com/static/5007a6f79f6399c9dc0f968828a0f49c/d7ad1/image2.jpg) The next step is to gather your dog’s measurements, which is the most sure way to get the right size crate. First, as your dog stands up, measure the top of your dog’s head to the floor. This is your height. Then, measure the tip of your dog’s nose to the base of their tail. This is your length. After getting the measurements, add 4 inches to each measurement. A properly sized crate should allow your pup to enter without having to crouch down, your dog can stand up freely, and Fido should be able to comfortably turn around with the crate dog shut. The crate is too small if your dog cannot make a full revolution with the door shut. There should be 2 - 4 inches of wiggle room on either side of your dog. It’s okay if your dog cannot sit without their head touching the top of the crate; many dogs are taller sitting than they are standing. But, your dog must absolutely be able to stand freely. ### Step 3: Compare Crate Size Offerings Each crate type and brand may have some deviations in their size offerings - so be sure to compare different brands and see what fits the best. For example, a car crate might have a different sizing chart than a soft-sided crate. For your information, the [general size guide](https://www.petco.com/content/petco/PetcoStore/en_US/pet-services/resource-center/pet-guides/dog-crates-guide.html) for crates is the following: - Dogs weighing **1 - 10 lbs** and are **6” - 12” in height** are best for **18” - 22”** dog crates. Breeds in this category include: Chihuahua, Maltese, and Yorkshire Terrier. - Dogs weighing **11 - 25 lbs** and are **13” - 17” in height** are best for **24”** dog crates. Breeds in this category include: Bichon Frise, Pug, and Jack Russel Terrier. - Dogs weighing **26 - 40 lbs** and are **18” - 19” in height** are best for **30”** dog crates. Breeds in this category include: French Bulldog, Dachshund, and Cardigan Welsh Corgi. - Dogs weighing **41 - 70 lbs** and are **20” - 22” in height** are best for **36”** dog crates. Breeds in this category include: Bulldog, Standard Schnauzer, and Chinese Shar-Pei. - Dogs weighing **71 - 90 lbs** and are **23” - 26” in height** are best for **42”** dog crates. Breeds in this category include: Boxer, Chow-Chow, and Labrador Retriever. - Dogs weighing **91 - 110 lbs** and are **26” - 28” in height** are best for **48”** dog crates. Breeds in this category include: Akita, German Shepherd, and Pointer. - Dogs weighing **111 lbs or more** and are **29” or more in height** are best for **54”** dog crates. Breeds in this category include: Mastiff, St. Bernard, and Great Dane. ### Bonus Step: If You Have a Puppy, Account for Room to Grow ![image3](https://www.woofandbeyond.com/static/4bb96893185d5a28cd859f5c6bb3c80c/d7ad1/image3.jpg) So, what do you do if you have a puppy? Well, there are a few options here. If you’re not entirely certain the size your pup will grow into as an adult, it may be a good idea to buy less expensive crates in different sizes as your puppy grows. This is great for dog breeds that grow through various growth spurts and size changes, such as Great Danes and German shepherds. **If you know the approximate size of your pup in adulthood, you can always buy an adult-sized crate with a divider**. Lots of crate brands such as [MidWest](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000QFWCK0?tag=woofandbeyo0c-20&linkCode=ll1&language=en_US) sell crates that can be made smaller using the divider. Use the divider until your pup has outgrown it, and then open the crate to its maximum size! You can use the following calculator to estimate how big your puppy is going to get and select the crate size that it recommends: What is your dog's breed? Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Afghan Shepherd Africanis Aidi Airedale Terrier Akbash Dog Akita Inu Aksaray Malaklisi Alano Español Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog Alaskan Husky Alaskan Klee Kai (Miniature) Alaskan Klee Kai (Standard) Alaskan Klee Kai (Toy) Alaskan Malamute Alopekis (Αλωπεκίς) Alpine Dachsbracke American Bulldog American Bully American Eskimo Dog (Miniature) American Eskimo Dog (Standard) American Eskimo Dog (Toy) American Foxhound American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Shepherd (Miniature) American Staffordshire Terrier American Water Spaniel Andalusian Hound (Large) Andalusian Hound (Medium) Andalusian Hound (Small) Anglo-Français de Petite Vénerie Appenzeller Sennenhund Ariegeois Ariège Pointer Armant Armenian Gampr Artois Hound Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Silky Terrier Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Australian Terrier Austrian Black and Tan Hound Austrian Pinscher Azawakh Bakharwal Dog Banjara Hound Barak Barbado da Terceira Barbet Basenji Basque Ratter Basque Shepherd Dog (Gorbeiakoa) Basque Shepherd Dog (Iletsua) Basset Bleu de Gascogne Basset Fauve de Bretagne Basset Hound Bavarian Mountain Hound Beagle Beagle-Harrier Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Shepherd Bergamasco Shepherd Berger Picard Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Billy Black Mouth Cur Black Norwegian Elkhound Black Russian Terrier Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy Blue Picardy Spaniel Bluetick Coonhound Boerboel Bohemian Shepherd Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Ardennes Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Dog Boykin Spaniel Bracco Italiano Braque Français (Gascogne) Braque Saint-Germain Braque d'Auvergne Braque du Bourbonnais Brazilian Terrier Briard Briquet Griffon Vendéen Brittany Broholmer Bruno Jura Hound Bulgarian Shepherd Dog Bull Arab Bull Terrier (Miniature) Bull Terrier (Standard) Bulldog Bullmastiff Bully Kutta Ca Eivissenc Ca Mè Mallorquí Ca Rater Mallorquí Ca de Bestiar Ca de Bou Cairn Terrier Campeiro Bulldog Can de Chira Can de Palleiro Canaan Dog Canadian Eskimo Dog Cane Corso Cantabrian Water Dog Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carea Leonés Carolina dog Castro Laboreiro Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Catalan sheepdog Caucasian Shepherd Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Central Asian Shepherd Cesky Terrier Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chien Français Blanc et Orange Chien Français Tricolore Chihuahua Chilean Terrier Chinese Chongqing Dog Chinese Crested Dog Chinook Chippiparai Chortai Chow Chow Cimarrón Uruguayo Cirneco dell'Etna Clumber Spaniel Cocker Spaniel Colombian Fino Hound (Grande) Colombian Fino Hound (Standard) Corsican Dog Coton de Tulear Cretan hound Croatian Sheepdog Curly-coated Retriever Czechoslovakian Wolfdog Cão de Gado Transmontano Dachshund (Miniature) Dachshund (Standard) Dachshund (Toy) Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Danish Spitz Danish–Swedish Farmdog Denmark Feist Dobermann Dogo Argentino Dogue Brasileiro Dogue de Bordeaux Drentsche Patrijshond Drever Dunker Dutch Shepherd Dutch Smoushond East European Shepherd East Siberian Laika Ecuadorian Hairless Dog English Cocker Spaniel English Coonhound English Foxhound English Mastiff English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan) Entlebucher Sennenhund Estonian Hound Estrela Mountain Dog Eurasier Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Hound Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Miniature) Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Français Blanc et Noir French Bulldog French Spaniel Galgo Español Gascon Saintongeois Georgian Shepherd Dog German Hound German Longhaired Pointer German Pinscher German Roughhaired Pointer German Shepherd German Shorthaired Pointer German Spaniel German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Golden Retriever Gordon Setter Gończy Polski Grand Anglo-Francais Tricolore Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Noir Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Orange Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen Grand Bleu de Gascogne Grand Griffon Vendéen Great Dane Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greek Harehound Greek Shepherd Greenland Dog Greyhound Griffon Bleu de Gascogne Griffon Bruxellois Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Griffon Nivernais Guatemalan Dogo Gull Dong Gull Terrier Halden Hound Hamilton Hound Hanover Hound Harrier Havanese Hierran Wolfdog Himalayan Sheepdog Hokkaido Hovawart Huntaway Hygen Hound Hällefors Elkhound Icelandic Sheepdog Indian Spitz Indian pariah dog Irish Red and White Setter Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Istarski Oštrodlaki Gonič Istrian Short-haired Hound Italian Greyhound Jack Russell Terrier Jagdterrier Japanese Chin Japanese Spitz Japanese Terrier Jindo Dog Jonangi Jämthund Kai Ken Kaikadi Kangal Kanni Karelian Bear Dog Kars Karst Shepherd Keeshond Kerry Beagle Kerry Blue Terrier Khala King Charles Spaniel Kintamani Kishu Kokoni Kombai Komondor Kooikerhondje Koolie Kromfohrländer Kuvasz Labrador Retriever Lagotto Romagnolo Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Landseer Lapponian Herder Large Munsterlander Leonberger Levriero Sardo Lhasa Apso Lithuanian Hound Löwchen Mackenzie River husky Magyar agár Mahratta Hound Maltese Manchester Terrier (Standard) Manchester Terrier (Toy) Maremma-Abruzzese Sheepdog McNab Shepherd Montenegrin Mountain Hound Mountain Cur Mucuchies Mudhol Hound Mudi Neapolitan Mastiff New Guinea singing dog New Zealand Heading Dog Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norman Artesian Basset Norrbottenspets Northern Inuit Dog Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Old Danish Pointer Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Pachón Navarro Pampas Deerhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Pastor Garafiano Patagonian Sheepdog Patterdale Terrier Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Perdiguero de Burgos Perro Majorero Peruvian Inca Orchid (Large) Peruvian Inca Orchid (Medium) Peruvian Inca Orchid (Small) Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Petit Bleu de Gascogne Phalène Pharaoh Hound Phu Quoc Ridgeback Picardy Spaniel Pinscher (Miniature) Plott Hound Plummer Terrier Podenco Canario Podenco Valenciano Pointer Poitevin Polish Greyhound Polish Hound Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pont-Audemer Spaniel Poodle (Medium) Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy) Porcelaine Portuguese Podengo (Large) Portuguese Podengo (Medium) Portuguese Podengo (Small) Portuguese Pointer Portuguese Sheepdog Portuguese Water Dog Posavac hound Pražský Krysařík Presa Canario Pshdar dog Pudelpointer Pug Puli Pumi Pungsan Pyrenean Mastiff Pyrenean Mountain Dog Pyrenean Sheepdog Rafeiro do Alentejo Rajapalayam Rampur Greyhound Rastreador Brasileiro Rat Terrier Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz Ratonero Murciano Ratonero Valenciano Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Romanian Bucovina Shepherd Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Romanian Raven Shepherd Rottweiler Rough Collie Russian Spaniel Russkiy Toy Russo-European Laika Ryukyu Inu Saarloos wolfdog Sabueso Español Saint Miguel Cattle Dog Saint-Usuge Spaniel Sakhalin Husky Saluki Samoyed Sapsaree Sarabi dog Sardinian Shepherd Dog Schapendoes Schillerstövare Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schweizer Laufhund Schweizerischer Niederlaufhund Scottish Deerhound Scottish Terrier Sealyham Terrier Segugio Maremmano Segugio dell'Appennino Segugio italiano a pelo forte Serbian Hound Serbian Tricolour Hound Serrano Bulldog Shar Pei Shetland Sheepdog Shiba Inu Shih Tzu Shikoku Siberian Husky Silken Windhound Sinhala Hound Skye Terrier Sloughi Slovak Cuvac Slovak Rough-haired Pointer Slovenský kopov Smaland Hound Small Munsterlander Smooth Collie South Russian Ovcharka Spanish Mastiff Spanish Water Dog Spinone Italiano Sporting Lucas Terrier St. Bernard St. John's water dog Stabyhoun Staffordshire Bull Terrier Stephens Stock Styrian Coarse-haired Hound Sussex Spaniel Swedish Lapphund Swedish Vallhund Tahltan Bear Dog Taigan Taiwan Dog Tatra Shepherd Dog Tazy Teddy Roosevelt Terrier Telomian Tenterfield Terrier Thai Bangkaew Dog Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Terrier Tibetan spaniel Tornjak Tosa Transylvanian Hound (Short) Transylvanian Hound (Tall) Treeing Cur Treeing Feist Treeing Tennessee Brindle Treeing Walker Coonhound Tyrolean Hound Vikhan Villano de las Encartaciones Vizsla Volpino Italiano Weimaraner Welsh Sheepdog Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier West Country Harrier West Highland White Terrier West Siberian Laika Westphalian Dachsbracke Wetterhoun Wheaten Terrier Whippet White Shepherd White Swiss Shepherd Dog Wire fox terrier Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Wirehaired Vizsla Xiasi Dog Xoloitzcuintle (Miniature) Xoloitzcuintle (Standard) Xoloitzcuintle (Toy) Yakutian Laika Yorkshire Terrier Český Fousek Šarplaninac What is the sex of your dog? Male Female _**One important caveat**: Since each individual dog will grow to a different size, the calculator only provides an estimation and might be slightly off for your particular dog._ ## Do Dogs like a Bigger Crate? Another common thought is that a dog may like a bigger crate more than a smaller one. [But, in reality, they may not!](https://cratetrainingcenter.com/can-a-dog-crate-be-too-big/) Dogs are den animals. This instinct traveled through the evolutionary chain from their wild counterparts, the wolf. As such, somewhat more intimate and tighter spaces actually work better for dogs because this den-like feel makes them feel comforted and less anxious. **If your crate is too big, your pup may begin to favor other places in the house (making their own den, much to your dismay) over the crate.** Regardless of the size of the crate, make sure to [keep a comfortable temperature inside the crate](https://www.woofandbeyond.com/dogs-overheat-in-crate), and let your pup out after [an appropriate amount of time](https://www.woofandbeyond.com/how-long-can-you-crate-dog-for/). This is not a substitute for advice from a vet who can examine your dog. Some links here are affiliate links. We earn a commission if you buy through them, and it never changes what this guide recommends. Crate Training Potty Training Calculator Previous Why Does Your Dog Always Lick Your Mouth? Next Crate Training: How Long Can You Crate a Dog For? People also ask Playpen vs. Crate: Which Is Better for Your Puppy? 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