What size crates are you using for your standard size doodles?

[Jane Smith]

I was always told that they should be able to walk in, turn around and lay down.  So that's the size I havet.  My new trainer told me they were way too small, especially since they were crated most of the day.  So, now I feel really bad that I wasn't giving them enough room.  I have been looking on craigslist for larger crates.  The one I have now is about 22w x 36 L.  Lucy cannot sit up without hunching over like Clifford the big red dog.  I may need to build on another room just to house the crates.  HELP!

[Lauren]

We were looking at both the 48"L x 30"W x 33"H & the 42"L x 28"W x 30"H --- we were thinking we should get the bigger one since our pup will be in it while we're at work. Most people are saying the 42"L x 28"W x 30"H but I see you have the 48" one - would you recommend that then?

[Pat and Traveler]

Lauren, I have a 48"L black wire crate for Trav, and he's about 55 lbs.  I think it's a good size for him--he can stand up easily and turn around and stretch out.  But it sure takes up a lot of real estate!