Cocker Spaniel puppy: what to buy, and what size
Most cocker spaniels suit a 30in crate. The coat work is in the long ears and the feathering on the legs and chest, where a comb through once a week stops small knots turning into a clip at the groomer. Spaniels learn fast, which cuts both ways when food rewards are involved in toilet training.
Adult crate size: 30in. Sizes are given against the adult dog, because that is what you should buy for.
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