Hi,
I am getting a number of questions about crate sizes and food choice. I just sent all of you an article from The Whole Dog Journal about food. It is their 2008 version but still holds true. Read it carefully to understand what is in food and why they make the recommendations.
Other breeders tell me that Orijen is another quality food and you should ask for it by name if your doggie store does not carry it. Although many vets recommend Science Diet, it is not a great food except the ID which is for dogs with digestive issues. It your dog has good digestion, then try a different food. Unfortunately, Science Diet changed hands and the quality of the food was affected. Also, your pup will need to be fed PUPPY food three times per day until about 6 months or when it begins refusing the noontime meal. After 6 months +/-, switch to twice a day and after a year to adult food.
Decide how the crate is going to affect your new member. Will it be its permanent bed? A place it will always go to for safety and 'quiet' time? If so, get the 36 inch. If it will be just for training purposes and then will be moved to a doggie bed type situation, then purchase the 30 inch crate.
Hope this helps!
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