What this calculator does
Dog crate size works out minimum crate dimensions so a dog can stand, turn around and lie stretched out. Enter your own figures above and the answer updates as you type: nothing is fixed in the code, so the result reflects exactly the numbers you supply.
The formula this calculator evaluates is printed under the tool and explained below, so you can check the working by hand or reuse it in a spreadsheet.
The formula
FormulaCrate length/height = dog's measurement + a size-appropriate buffer
The inputs explained
| Field | What to enter |
|---|---|
| Nose-to-tail length (standing) (cm) | A number, measured in cm. Starts at 70. |
| Floor-to-head height (sitting) (cm) | A number, measured in cm. Starts at 55. |
| Dog size | Choose from Small (+5 cm buffer), Medium (+8 cm buffer), Large (+10 cm buffer). |
Worked examples
Every figure in the tables below is produced by this page’s own calculator at build time, so the numbers and the tool always agree. Select any row to load that scenario.
How the answer changes with nose-to-tail length (standing)
Every other input is held at the calculator’s starting values while nose-to-tail length (standing) varies. Select any row to load that scenario into the calculator.
How the answer changes with nose-to-tail length (standing)