Going on a trip or a vacation ? You want that your dog comes with you ? No problem, but before "kicking" your dog in your trunk or on your back seat you should consider that law in most states and countries require you to have a proper dog transportation crate. But you also should buy the transport dog crate, because it's safer for you and the dog.
So if I scared you about the laws, and you're rushing to the local pet shop, please take few minutes to read these tips how to choose the right transport dog crate for your dog.
First of all you should buy the transport dog crate so big that, it's enough for your dog to stand up and lie down without any problems. When buying a transport dog crate, make sure it has windows, it will help to ventilate the crate, dogs are not pigs, they don't like smelly rooms, just like you. Make sure there are no sharp edges, so the dog can't injure him self. If it's a small dog crate, then make sure you are able to fast the seatbelt to it, so you can put it on your backseat, which will be safer for, and the dog.
How to choose one according to your dog's breed, here is how it goes:
* Extra small: Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Shih Tzu * Small: Boston Terrier, Jack Russell, Yorkie, Maltese * Medium: Cairn Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Llasa Apso, Dachshund * Large: Basset Hound, Bulldog, Welsh Corgi, Shar-Pei * XLarge: Chow, Collie, Dalmation * XXLarge: German Shepherd, Greyhound, Golden/Labrador Retriever
There are 3 most popular materials out of which the transport dog crates are being made of
* Wooden crates - they are the most popular, not to expensive, easy to ventilate and maintain, but make sure there are no termites, they can make your wooden dog's crate in matches in a no time. Also if your dog is a heavy chewer, it won't that easy for him to chew down the whole crate. * Plastic crates - Also one of the most popular, no termites, easy to ventilate and maintain, they're light, so it's easy to move and transport them. But if the dog is a heavy chewer, it's not that good. Mostly plastic transport dog crates, are made for smaller dogs like Chihuahua, Pomeranian or Yorkie. * Metallic crates - If termites did eat your wooden crate, and your dog chewed the plastic one, then you should consider buying a metallic transport dog crate. Though, they are more expensive, they are harder to ventilate, they're heavy, and it's hard to maintain the right temperature in them.
If you have bough your transport dog crate, then consider buying a dog's bed or a some kind of rug, and put it in the crate. It will be more softer and comfortable for the dog to sleep on. Or you can use dry straws, they're very soft and warm.
So I hope this guide will help you to make your dog's life better and safer. If you want to learn more about transport dog crates, then feel free to visit -
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