How To Buy The Right Dog Crate For A Great Dane

The Great Dane is among the largest of all dog
breeds - in fact, it is currently the breed that
holds the world record at 43 inches tall and over
7 foot long. Finding a dog crate to suit such a
large animal might seem like a difficult task at
first, but fortunately there are several
manufacturers that design crates specifically to
suit their needs.

Getting The Right Size

Size is always one of the most important
considerations to make when it comes to buying a
dog crate - if you get a crate that's too small
then your dog will be uncomfortable, and if you
get a crate that's too large they might be
tempted to go to the toilet on one side if
they're left inside for too long. Unless your
Great Dane is still growing then chances are you
won't have to worry about getting a crate that's
too big. You'll most likely have to get the
largest size possible to accommodate your
fully-grown Great Dane - dog crate sellers will
usually mention whether a size will be suitable,
but if you're unsure you can always ask them.
Most manufacturers design special sizes to suit
as the Great Dane is such a unique and popular
breed of dog.

Finding The Right Type

There are certain materials that just aren't
suitable to hold a Great Dane. At full-size they
can weigh up to 110 pounds, so a soft crate isn't
going to be suitable for the task of carrying
them. Most other types of dog crates will work,
but it ultimately depends on how you intend to
use them. A wire crate is a good all-purpose
crate that you can use for transporting your
Great Dane in the car or displaying them at the
dog show and is flexible enough that you can use
it for toilet training them as a puppy and simply
use a divider to change the size of the crate as
they grow. If you want to transport them on an
airplane then an extra-large plastic crate known
as the "Sky Kennel" is the best crate for the
task.

Other Considerations

All dogs have the capability to overheat in warm
weather, so ensure your Great Dane isn't left
inside their crate for too long or if you are
planning a long trip consider getting a fan for
the crate to keep them cool and give them water
regularly. In winter the opposite is true - due
to their short hair the Great Dane will have
trouble staying warm in cooler temperatures so
if you choose to get them a wire crate then a
crate cover should be a consideration to give
them some extra protection from the elements.

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