Dog Crates & Dog Kennels

1.  For dog crates and dog kennels, you need something appropriate for the size of your dog.  Not only will it save you money by not buying bigger than necessary, but you're going to want to travel with this thing, so the smaller the better.  Fortunately, the pooch quickly grows accustomed to the size and enjoys it. Your dog should be able to stand up and turn around in his kennel.

2.  People often feel guilty about putting the family pet in such small confinement like a dog kennel.  The fact is, having descended from wolves, dogs naturally seek a place in nature where they can be alone.  Oftentimes, the best options in a home are under a piano or coffee table.

3. If you have a puppy that will soon grow into something much, much bigger, instead of buying two dog crates or kennels, buy one with a partition.  This saves you cash in the long run and allows your small dog the comfort of a compact crate even if it's part of an extra large dog crate.

4. In addition to providing your dog with comfortable digs, a dog kennel or crate is the perfect tool for housebreaking a puppy, discipline, and establishing night and day routines.

5.  The soft dog crate is any crate that is collapsible or at least not hard plastic.  These are good for car trips or visits to the park.  With a hard wire frame, washable interior mats, and several venting windows, it may be the best choice for a frequent traveler.

6. Wire or chain-link dog kennels for large dogs are important for safety as well as dog training.  Regardless of how docile your dog is, every dog needs a safe outdoor space for fresh air. A chain-link dog kennel gives him space to exercise, and keeps him safe from other dogs and other hazards. It also keeps other people safe from your dog.

7.  Not sure if you can take a dog create on a plane?  Look for our "Airline Approved" seal directly beneath the product details on each page.  Many of these can be found by clicking the "Carriers" link.

8.  Many of our chain link dog kennels are available with kennel covers and kennel decks.  Midwest dog kennels is one of the most reputable names we carry and offers a great selection of these types of kennels.

9.  Exercise dog pens are ideal for large and small dogs.  Indoors or outdoors, they provide room to play with toys or stretch a bit.  When you don't need it, most exercise pens can easily be collapsed into a very compact, storable unit.

10.  A young dog may benefit from a nylon-sided dog pen.  This allows you to observe the dog from the top and sides while making it impossible for a frisky puppy to get a paw or snout stuck in a wire grate.