Travel crates?? - Page 2

BlackPuppy · 10-14-2011, 09:57 AM

I have three of these Midwest soft crates. I'm sure they are not indestructible, but my dogs have pawed at the front screen with long nails and haven't done any damage, yet. I use them around the house and at shows.

I think if you use them around the house for a couple of weeks before you leave, you can teach your dogs that these are their homes. Sounds like your dogs use crates some of the times, so that will help.

Day Tripper 37X25X26 Sand - Part #: 1736DT

In my minivan I have 2 Midwest SUV crates. The way they fit,they take most of the width of the minivan. I also use a carabiner to secure the crates to the metal loops that secure the back seats (which have been removed).

Midwest SUV Side by Side Double Door Dog Crate w/ Plastic Pan 39 in.

martemchik · 10-14-2011, 10:47 AM

If your dogs are used to crates you could get a soft sided one, but they cost almost as much as the wire crates when brand new. If they can't handle a crate (or have forgoten how) I wouldn't recommend one. They will break through in a second. For cheap crates, craigslist is probably your only choice, otherwise you'll be paying 70+ for a soft or wire crate large enough to hold a GSD.

BR870 · 10-14-2011, 10:50 AM

We went and paid like $60-$70 on a travel crate for Abbie at PetsMart. Later in the same trip we stopped at Big Lots, and found a very similar crate for half that. We ended up buying one there, since we are getting a new pup this month.

Anyway, moral of the story is to look at places like Big Lots. The brand was "BP Backyard Pets Soft Pet Home". It is just as well constructed as the more expensive crate that we got at PetsMart.

Goose · 10-14-2011, 05:03 PM

I love my Vari-Kennel. I have the largest model, it's 48 inches in length. Big, but plenty of space for Goose and he's 95lbs. It's hard plastic and is airlined approved as well. So you know it's sturdy. I got mine on Craigslist for about $75, used, but in great condition. Just check Craigslist if you do not want to buy one new. I think you might be better investing in one you will use for the life of the dog.

10-14-2011, 10:50 AM	#13 (permalink)
BR870 Master Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 828	We went and paid like $60-$70 on a travel crate for Abbie at PetsMart. Later in the same trip we stopped at Big Lots, and found a very similar crate for half that. We ended up buying one there, since we are getting a new pup this month. Anyway, moral of the story is to look at places like Big Lots. The brand was "BP Backyard Pets Soft Pet Home". It is just as well constructed as the more expensive crate that we got at PetsMart. __________________ Rob Ezra von der Rennbahn Princess Abigail "Abbie" Kai (RIP) Loki (RIP)

10-14-2011, 09:57 AM	#11 (permalink)
BlackPuppy Crowned Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 4,420	I have three of these Midwest soft crates. I'm sure they are not indestructible, but my dogs have pawed at the front screen with long nails and haven't done any damage, yet. I use them around the house and at shows. I think if you use them around the house for a couple of weeks before you leave, you can teach your dogs that these are their homes. Sounds like your dogs use crates some of the times, so that will help. Day Tripper 37X25X26 Sand - Part #: 1736DT In my minivan I have 2 Midwest SUV crates. The way they fit,they take most of the width of the minivan. I also use a carabiner to secure the crates to the metal loops that secure the back seats (which have been removed). Midwest SUV Side by Side Double Door Dog Crate w/ Plastic Pan 39 in.

10-14-2011, 10:47 AM	#12 (permalink)
martemchik Elite Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1,048	If your dogs are used to crates you could get a soft sided one, but they cost almost as much as the wire crates when brand new. If they can't handle a crate (or have forgoten how) I wouldn't recommend one. They will break through in a second. For cheap crates, craigslist is probably your only choice, otherwise you'll be paying 70+ for a soft or wire crate large enough to hold a GSD.

10-14-2011, 05:03 PM	#14 (permalink)
Goose Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 59	I love my Vari-Kennel. I have the largest model, it's 48 inches in length. Big, but plenty of space for Goose and he's 95lbs. It's hard plastic and is airlined approved as well. So you know it's sturdy. I got mine on Craigslist for about $75, used, but in great condition. Just check Craigslist if you do not want to buy one new. I think you might be better investing in one you will use for the life of the dog.

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