| We have all heard the saying that dogs are man's | | | | your dog will feel stressed and unhappy if he has to |
| best friend, thanks to their loyalty, intelligence, | | | | live in cramped conditions. To avoid wasting money |
| devotion and boundless affection. | | | | on a new cage as your dog grows bigger, always go |
| For all of the joy that your dog brings to your life, | | | | for a cage based on his adult size. To estimate this |
| the least he deserves is a safe, comfortable place to | | | | size, look at your dogs parents, search for photos or |
| pass the time and sleep at night. You wouldn't ask | | | | ask your vet. |
| your best human friend to sleep in a cramped little | | | | Next, you need to make sure that the wire on your |
| box under the stairs, so why should expect your | | | | dog's potential new cage is closely spaced. This is |
| trusty canine pal to do the same? | | | | vital because if the wires are too far apart, your dog |
| Owning a dog is a big responsibility and buying the | | | | could get his paws or snout stuck and this could lead |
| right dog cage is essential for your new pet's health | | | | to a nasty injury. |
| and all-round happiness. Dogs are full of energy and | | | | Another thing to bear in mind is whether or not you |
| can cause all kinds of mischief if they are left at | | | | will need to transport the cage from time to time. If |
| home unattended. Equally, the home is full of hazards | | | | you regularly travel or need to move the cage from |
| for curious puppies, so they need to have a | | | | one place to another, consider purchasing a collapsible |
| comfortable place where they can play and keep out | | | | model. If you are fairly sure that the cage will stay |
| of danger. | | | | permanently in one place, choose a model that's as |
| Comfort and safety are the two most important | | | | sturdy and hard-wearing as possible, as it needs to |
| considerations when buying a new dog cage, and the | | | | be able to stand up to heavy use. |
| key to comfort lies in choosing the right size. No dog | | | | Finally, consider where in the house your dog's cage |
| should ever be left in a cage that's too small and | | | | will be kept. Dogs and puppies like to be close to |
| cramped, so always check that there's enough room | | | | their owners, so if you choose to put the cage in |
| for him to stand up and turn around comfortably | | | | you kitchen or living room, make sure there is enough |
| without his head touching the top. | | | | room to accommodate it. A huge range of styles are |
| As a general rule, the cage should always be at least | | | | available, so you are sure to be able to find a cage |
| 25 centimetres longer than the dog's length. Get the | | | | that is both comfortable for your dog and pleasing to |
| biggest cage that your home can accommodate, as | | | | the eye. |