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Single Door Wire Dog Crate with Removable Tray, 24 or 30 Inch
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Help choosing dog crates for small dogs
Buying guides and care advice written for this range: what to measure, what matters and what to skip.
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These are the small sizes from our Dog Crates range: a 24 to 30 inch single-door wire cage and a selection of wooden crate furniture built as end tables and side tables for small dogs, some on wheels or with three doors. The page is for owners of toy breeds, French Bulldogs, Dachshunds, small terriers and puppies who want a crate sized for a small dog rather than a big one with a divider.
Sizing a crate for a small dog
The American Kennel Club measuring method applies at every size: measure your dog standing, nose to tail tip and floor to top of the head, and add 3 to 4 inches to each. Small dogs are easy to over-crate, and a crate that is much too big lets a puppy use one end as a toilet.
As a rough guide, 24-inch crates suit toy breeds up to about 20 lb, and 30-inch crates suit small dogs to around 30 lb such as French Bulldogs, Beagles and many terriers. Long, low breeds such as Dachshunds may need the length of a 30-inch crate even though they are light.
Wire crate or crate furniture
A wire crate is the practical choice for puppies, chewers and dogs still learning to settle. It is easy to clean, gives good airflow and visibility, and the American Kennel Club describes wire as the sturdiest common type. It also folds for storage or travel.
Crate end tables put a small dog's den inside a piece of furniture with a usable top, which keeps a living room looking like a living room. They suit calm adult dogs that are already crate trained. Wood can be chewed and scratched, so hold off on furniture crates until your dog settles reliably.
Small breeds with special needs
Flat-faced breeds such as French Bulldogs and Pugs overheat easily. Choose a crate with good ventilation on several sides, keep it out of direct sun and away from heaters, and do not cover every side in warm weather.
Tiny dogs feel the cold, so a soft, washable bed and a cover over part of the crate help them settle. Remove collars inside the crate, since small tags and buckles can catch between bars.
Crate training a small dog
Small dogs have small bladders. Puppies of toy breeds need frequent toilet breaks and should spend short periods in the crate during the day. Feed meals in the crate with the door open, then build up time with the door closed while you are nearby.
Make the crate the best place in the house: a comfortable bed, a chew toy, treats that only appear there. Never use it as punishment, and if your dog cries persistently or shows distress, slow down rather than leaving it to cry it out.
What size crate for a small dog?
Most toy breeds fit a 24-inch crate and most small dogs up to about 30 lb fit a 30-inch crate. Measure your dog standing and add 3 to 4 inches to length and height to be sure.
What size crate for a French Bulldog?
Many adult Frenchies fit a 24 to 30 inch crate, depending on build. Measure yours, and choose a well-ventilated crate because flat-faced breeds overheat easily.
Is crate furniture good for small dogs?
It works well for calm, crate-trained adult dogs and looks better in a living room. Puppies and chewers are better in a wire crate until they settle.
How long can a small dog stay in a crate?
Puppies need breaks every few hours, and toy breeds have small bladders at any age. Keep daytime crate periods short, and make sure your dog gets plenty of time out with you.
Should I cover my small dog's crate?
Many small dogs settle better with a cover over part of the crate, which makes it feel den-like. Leave at least one side open for airflow, especially for flat-faced breeds.