what size of crate do i need for a golden retriever?

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i have been using my crate that i had for my last dog but he was a harrier hound so a good deal smaller than a goldie when fully grown. WB is 5 months now and getting far too big for the crate. need a new one but not sure what size.

I've got 3ft crates that they will lay in of their own accord with the door open and I have used them for shows in the past, but ideally you'd want a 4ft one for an adult Golden.

thanks mid. that's a great help.

I have a jumbo one for our doddle, who is now 9 months old and he can lay out in it.

I know the recomended size an adult is lad is 42"

i have ordered a 48" one today. don't thinkit will be here for xmas but if it is teh dcs will be well impressed with santafor getting that down teh cimney!