How to pick the correct crate size for my dog?

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I need to get a cheap, portable, and LIGHT-WEIGHT crate to put my dog in during agility events. How do I pick the right size for her? She is 35lbs, but extremely tall and her ears are large & upright -- does the crate need to be tall enough for her ears, or is it okay to have her duck her head? Thanks!

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As a rule of thumb, your dog should be able to sit, stand up, and turn around in her crate. If your dog stands up but has to duck her head, that's fine - especially if you're only going to use the crate for short durations at agility events or to transport your dog in.

How Do I Introduce My New Puppy To My Existing Dog?

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I'm scared that when I bring my new puppy, my 4 year old dog will get territorial and bark and try to bite my puppy. How do I introduce them?

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Very slowly. If you can keep the two separate but able to see each other it would help. For example, if you have a crate of a portable dog fence, then put one or the other in it and let them interact for a few days that way. After, bring them together and see what happens, but be vigilant for bad reactions. :)

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