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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 2026•How [...]
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 20269 [...]
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✓ Little [...]
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 to 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 [...]
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" [...]
