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How Often Should You Wash a Dog Bowl? (More Than You Think)
Feeding & Bowls · Hygiene GuideHow Often Should You Wash a Dog Bowl? (More Than You Think)The NSF ranks pet bowls among the germiest household items — here's how often to wash yours (and why most people get it wrong).Updated March 20267 min readVet-aware, no fluff MLReviewed by the My Little & Large team•Updated March [...]
Is It Bad If a Dog Crate Is Too Big?
Dog Crate Sizing · Updated March 2026Is It Bad If a Dog Crate Is Too Big?Short answer: yes, a crate can be too big — and during potty training it's one of the most common reasons house-training stalls. Here's exactly what goes wrong, when extra room is actually fine, and the simple divider fix.Updated March [...]
How to Keep a Dog Calm in the Car: 9 Things That Work
Travel · GuideHow to Keep a Dog Calm in the Car: 9 Things That WorkProven techniques to help anxious dogs relax on every car ride — short trip or cross-country.Updated March 202611 min readNo fluff, no guesswork MLReviewed by the My Little & Large team•Updated March 2026•How we test →✓ Specs verified, not marketing copy✓ [...]
How Long Can a Dog Stay in a Crate?
Crate Care Guide · Updated March 2026How Long Can a Dog Stay in a Crate?The short answer: an adult dog can usually be crated for 4–6 hours at a time, and never more than about 8 — but the right number depends on your dog's age. Here's the full breakdown, including puppies, overnight, and what [...]
How Much Weight Can a Dog Carry in a Backpack?
Dog Backpacks & Trail Gear · Updated March 2026How Much Weight Can a Dog Carry in a Backpack?The 10–15% bodyweight rule, a weight-by-breed-size table, balanced loading, conditioning steps, and the dogs who should not carry — everything you need to pack your dog safely for a day hike or overnight.Updated March 202612 min readWeight tables [...]
What Size Crate Does a Cane Corso Need?
Cane Corso Gear · Crate Sizing · Updated February 2026What Size Crate Does a Cane Corso Need?Short answer: most adult Cane Corsos need a 48-inch crate, and very large males need a 54-inch. Here's exactly how to size it, why a powerful breed needs heavy-duty, and the crates that actually fit.Updated February 202610 min read48" [...]
