What size crate for a golden retriever?
Short answer: a 42-inch crate. AKC lists the Golden Retriever at 55–75 lb (AKC), and MidWest's guide lists the breed under its 42" iCrate for 71–90 lb dogs (MidWest).
Why not 36 inches?
MidWest's 36" crate covers 41–70 lb. A golden at the top of AKC's range (75 lb) is over that, so we size up.
Golden retriever puppies
Buy the 42" crate now and use its divider panel to shrink the space while your puppy grows (MidWest).
Bed to match
At 70–100 lb Orvis lists its Large rectangle bed (43 x 29 in). Goldens of 70 lb or less fit the Medium (36 x 24 in) (Orvis).
See also golden retriever sizes, crate size by weight and the size fit tool.
FAQ
Is a 36 or 42 inch crate better for a golden retriever?
For an adult, 42 inches. AKC lists goldens at 55–75 lb. MidWest's 36" crate stops at 70 lb, and the manufacturer names the Golden Retriever under its 42" (71–90 lb) size.
What size crate for a golden retriever puppy?
Buy the 42" crate for the adult size and use the divider panel that comes with the iCrate to make it smaller while the puppy grows.
Is a 48 inch crate too big for a golden?
MidWest puts its 48" crate at 91–110 lb, above AKC's 55–75 lb golden range. Measure your dog if it's large for the breed.
Terms used here
- Budget, mid, premium: picks grouped by the maker's own list price, lowest to highest. Budget is everyday basics (a crate, collars, a light harness, boots), mid is padded walking and lift-assist harnesses, premium is specialty gear (a life jacket, a car harness, travel beds). No store prices are shown.
- Chest girth: the distance around the widest part of the rib cage, just behind the front legs. Harnesses are sized by it.
- Back length: base of the neck to base of the tail. A crate should be at least 4 in longer.
- Paw width: the widest part of the front paw while standing. Boots are sized by it.
- Weight band: the weight range a crate or bed size is made for on the maker's chart.