Sunday, January 17, 2010

Is My Crate Large Enough?

To help ensure that your pet has a comfortable and safe journey, we cannot stress enough the importance of the having a proper crate size. While air freight costs are reflected by crate sizes, you never want to move your pet in a crate that is too small. A crate that is too small can make your pet very uncomfortable and increase their anxiety. We want their journey to be as stess free as possible so you want your pet to be able to:
  1. Stand up with clearance above the head
  2. Turn around without struggling to do so
  3. Lay down and have their legs stretched out
To figure out what size to get here are the basics:
  1. Measure your dog from the base of their tail to the tip of their nose an additional 4 inches
  2. Measure your dog from the top of their head to the floor and add an additional 4 inches
Following these simple guidelines will help ensure a safe and comfortable journey.