What size crate for a Springer Spaniel?
Most adult English Springer Spaniels need a medium to large crate, but the honest answer is to measure your own dog rather than trust the breed name alone, because there is a real size range within the breed and crates are sold by their own dimensions, not by dog breed.
How to measure your dog properly
Measure your dog standing naturally, from the tip of their nose to the base of their tail, for the length figure, and add several centimetres so they can lie down fully stretched out without their nose or tail touching the ends. Then measure from the floor to the top of their head or ears while sitting, whichever is taller, and add a similar margin so they can stand up and turn round comfortably.
A Springer Spaniel puppy will need a smaller crate than the adult they grow into, so it is worth measuring again once they are close to full size rather than buying once for a puppy and expecting it to last. Many crates come with a divider panel that lets you buy the adult size early and section it down while your dog is still growing.
What to check before you buy
Beyond the length and height, look at how the crate opens and whether it folds flat for storage or travel, since a Springer Spaniel's crate is often used both at home and in the car for a breed this active. A secure, easy-to-latch door matters more than it sounds, particularly for a breed known for being resourceful when they want to get somewhere.
If the crate is for car travel as well as the house, check it will actually fit your boot space before you buy, since a crate sized correctly for your dog can still be the wrong shape for your car.
The sizes we stock
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
Leucillin Antiseptic Skincare Spray for Cats & Dogs
A versatile, alcohol-free antiseptic spray that cleans, soothes, and helps protect your pet's skin from bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
From£16.49
Pressure-Activated Pet Cooling Mat
Press down, feel the cool — this pressure-activated mat absorbs body heat and stays up to 10°C cooler than the room, with no freezing required.
From£34.99
Absorbent Cotton Gauze Swabs for Pets – Pack of 100
Highly absorbent, low-lint cotton gauze swabs produced in clean conditions — a practical first-aid essential available in three size and ply combinations.
From£4.49
Front-Facing Legs-Out Pet Carrier Backpack
A breathable front-carry backpack that holds your small dog or cat facing outward, legs through the openings. Padded adjustable straps and a secure buckle keep them comfortable on walks and rides.
From£8.99
Common questions
- What crate size is generally recommended for a Springer Spaniel?
- Most adult Springer Spaniels fit a medium to large crate, but sizes vary enough within the breed that measuring your own dog is more reliable than trusting a general breed recommendation on its own.
- Should I buy a crate sized for my Springer Spaniel puppy or their adult size?
- Buying the adult size early, with a divider panel to section it down for a puppy, usually works out better value than buying twice. Just make sure the divided space still lets your puppy move around comfortably rather than being cramped.
- How much extra space should a crate have beyond my dog's exact measurements?
- A few centimetres of margin on both length and height is usually enough for your dog to lie down fully stretched out and stand and turn without feeling boxed in. Too much extra space is not generally a problem, but a crate that is genuinely too small will feel uncomfortable and may be avoided.
- Do Springer Spaniels need a crate with a divider?
- A divider is useful mainly for a growing puppy, letting you buy one crate that shrinks and grows with them rather than needing two. For an adult dog whose size is settled, a divider is not usually necessary unless you want to use the same crate for a smaller dog too.
Sources
Written against guidance published by UK veterinary and welfare organisations. Always confirm specifics with your own vet.
Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.