GF getting her first dog, what's good crate to buy?

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holden j caufield

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She's adopting a cavalier king/cocker spaniel mix, I think the dog is about 10 months old and about 20lbs. I don't think they get more than 25ish lbs? What's a good crate and other essentials I can buy but would also fit in a regular sedan like a Honda Accord. She's a first time dog owner as am I so any tips would be appreciated.
 
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Fausto

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For a dog that size, one of the plastic crates with the metal door would be fine. Most of them are a clamshell design so you can take them apart and stash them pretty easily.

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mvbighead

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If you're talking about keeping the dog in the crate while driving, I would think the first one suggested would be optimal.

Elsewise, I like the metal ones better myself. If the doggie has an accident, which most new dogs will, you can slide out the plastic tray and wash it out. The clamshell types you typically have to crawl into on hand and knee, and wash out, if you don't take it apart. And, crawling into a less breathable space with dog feces/urine is not exactly pleasant.
 

96Firebird

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I got two separate 48"L crates from eBay for my dog, both transactions went smooth and they were cheaper than everywhere else (including Amazon). Would recommend that route if you are looking to save money and don't want to lug it around in your car...
 

coldmeat

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If you're talking about keeping the dog in the crate while driving, I would think the first one suggested would be optimal.

Elsewise, I like the metal ones better myself. If the doggie has an accident, which most new dogs will, you can slide out the plastic tray and wash it out. The clamshell types you typically have to crawl into on hand and knee, and wash out, if you don't take it apart. And, crawling into a less breathable space with dog feces/urine is not exactly pleasant.

So then take it apart. Why are you crawling in there at all?
 

alkemyst

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For a dog that size, one of the plastic crates with the metal door would be fine. Most of them are a clamshell design so you can take them apart and stash them pretty easily.

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plastic-dog-crates-for-sale.jpg

Not good for crate 'training', good for basic transport though.

a basic wire crate is fine...it should be large enough for the dog to sit upright, stand and turn around. Figure room for a water bowl in the mix.

Most also fold down for transport. It's really not good to transport an animal in a vehicle in a crate. A harness is much safer for them.
 
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