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The Best Cages for Dogs

 

Owning and caring for a pet has been shown to have positive health benefits.   These pets act as the new probiotics for us human beings.   It is common for those who own pets to want to give them the best possible care.   Choosing dog crate size for your pet is therefore not a light decision.

 

The the primary concern with your purchase is the amount of space your dog will enjoy.   So it is prudent to consider a few things before buying the cage.   As much as it will be quick to settle on the biggest and cheapest cage available, it may not work well for your particular dog.

 

The size of the cage is not the only important attribute.   You have to think of where you live and how you want to use it.   The dog breed, size, the number of dogs you have, their ages, strength and temperament are critical factors.   The type of material used in the construction is also important.

 

How often you travel will dictate what size of cage to buy.   For those who must travel with their pets, getting a lightweight and mobile cage is a good choice.   You can't take certain cages on some flights due to the materials used, so you have to choose wisely.   For long road trips, get your pet a cage with soft side walls.   For wire cages provide some padding on the inside.   While on a journey, take off a dog's leash, it is a choking hazard. Check out this website at http://edition.cnn.com/2013/09/14/us/dog-fight-rehabilitation/ for more details about dogs.

 

Ensure adequate room for the pet to stretch and move around.   Avoid too much space.   Big cages for small dogs and puppies can be unsettling.   Get your pet's measurements and considering its breed, plot an expected growth direction before deciding on what size of a cage to buy.

If you plan on buying just the one dog cage, you can choose a foldable option, or section off parts of it, so that the available room is enough or the dog's needs.   As time goes, you can increase the dimensions as required.

 

To protect your pet and  your house, get a roof fixed on the cage.   These roofs aren't a standard fix.   If it is not fixed, the dog can leap out and trash your house.   There is also the risk of your dog wandering off into dangerous situations.

 

After picking your design and its details, you then go to the cage manufacturers at petcratesdirect.com and present your vision for the cage.   You should go to the kind of cage maker that has your pet's interest at heart.   They should charge you a reasonable amount, and make the cage as you instructed.   From their experience, they should also guide you on what cage is the most suitable for your dog, your house, and your lifestyle.

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