Sizes
Every dog settles differently. Some curl in tight, some stretch the full length of the bed, some turn twice before they choose. The arch gives them room to do it their way, in a place that belongs in your home, quiet and protected, and every bit as intentional as the rest of it. Never an afterthought in the corner.
How we think about size
Sizing starts with your dog, not a number on a chart. We look at standing height, body length, room to turn and stretch, and the bedding beneath them, because two dogs of the same weight can rest very differently. Sizes are drawn to real proportions, small to large, rather than rounded guesses. New to all this? Here is what an indoor dog residence is.
How to measure your dog
Measure when your dog is calm and standing naturally on a flat floor. Note the height from the floor to the top of the head, and if your dog has upright ears, the height to the ear tip as well. Measure body length from the chest to the base of the tail, not the tail itself. Then watch how your dog rests: some curl and tuck, others stretch long or shift through the night.
Sizes at a glance
A quick way to place your dog. Weight is the starting point; how tall your dog stands and how they like to sleep matter just as much, so treat the breeds below as examples rather than rules.
| Size | Weight | Dogs it often suits |
|---|---|---|
| Petite | 4–12 lb | Chihuahua, Maltese, Yorkshire Terrier, Pomeranian, Toy Poodle, Papillon |
| Small | 10–22 lb | Shih Tzu, Havanese, Cavalier King Charles, Miniature Dachshund, Bichon Frisé, Pug |
| Demi | 18–35 lb | French Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Corgi, Miniature Poodle, Beagle |
| Medium | 30–55 lb | Border Collie, Australian Shepherd, Springer Spaniel, Whippet, Standard Schnauzer, Bulldog |
| Large | 55–85 lb | Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, Boxer, Vizsla, Standard Poodle, Siberian Husky |
| Grand | 80–115 lb | Bernese Mountain Dog, German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Bernedoodle, Rhodesian Ridgeback, larger Retrievers |
Between two sizes, or near the top of one? Lean to the more generous size, or speak with the Atelier and we’ll size it with you. Very large or long-bodied dogs may be happiest in a residence of their own, by the Bespoke Path.
When to size up
Lean to a more generous size if your dog is near the top of a size, stretches out or sprawls to sleep, shifts position often, is a senior, or has upright ears. A larger residence is a comfort decision.
The size guide, and a size of their own
The full size guide, with measurements for every size, arrives with commissioning. If your dog or your room calls for something of its own, the Bespoke Path designs a residence around both, by application.
A note on fit
This guidance is a starting point, based on what you tell us. A PupHut is made for suitable dogs and households. It is not a substitute for training, supervision, or veterinary care, and it is not a travel or escape-resistant crate.
Sizing questions, answered
How do I choose the right size?
Beyond height and body length, we look at how your dog sleeps, their age and temperament, and where the residence will live.
My dog is between two sizes. What should I do?
Lean to the more generous size, for the room to stretch or simply the room to spare.
Will my puppy grow into it?
Puppies should be sized to their grown-up measurements, not today's. If you know your puppy's expected adult weight, we size to that. If not, tell us your best estimate and we’ll size to that.
Does the Dream Bed reduce the standing room?
Yes, gently. Your dog lives in the residence from the top of the finished Dream Bed, so we include the bed when we consider standing room. The arched profile is designed to keep comfortable head height above the bed at the centre.
Is a PupHut a crate? Is it escape-proof?
The residence can support crate-style routines for dogs already comfortable resting in a contained space, and the doors are designed to close as part of that. It is not built for dogs who push, chew, claw, panic, or attempt to escape. If your dog shows any of that, we would want to talk first about whether this is the right home for them.
Can two dogs share one residence?
Shared use suits bonded dogs with compatible resting habits. For many households, two residences are the calmer, kinder choice.
Will it fit my room?
Measure the floor space where the residence will live, and keep the front clear for the doors and your dog's easy entry. The doors can swing all the way back to rest along the sides if you like; allow clearance on each side about equal to the width of one door for that. We are happy to go through both the dog fit and the room fit with you.
Still unsure?
Speak with the Atelier. No rush, no obligation, and we’ll size it with you before your commission begins.
