The 10 Best Dog Crates For Large Dogs
This wiki has been updated 27 times since it was first published in April of 2017. If kenneling Fido becomes necessary, you can depend on one of these dog crates to keep him comfortable, safe, and secure. We've included a variety of sturdy options offering everything from strong latches, double doors, and reinforced side panels, all of which are designed to contain any high-energy, large-breed canines at home or when traveling. When users buy our independently chosen editorial choices, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.
1. ProSelect Empire
2. MidWest Ultima Pro
3. Petmate Ultra Vari
Editor's Notes
July 18, 2019:
Establishing boundaries, ensuring canine safety, and following behavioral training guidelines are several reasons for owning any type of pet crate or kennel, regardless of the size of your dog. Some crates are specifically-designed for travel and easy transport, such as the Pet Gear Portable, while the majority of the list consists of durable metal and wood containers. Instead of a form of punishment, I like to think of a crate as a tool to help keep an animal calm and collected, while also giving him a temporary place to call home when traveling or resting. For especially large breeds, these crates become all the more important, particularly when having to control growing puppies. In that sense, a dog should become accustomed to routinely going into their crate at various times and for various reasons, but it should never be used exclusively for negative reinforcement, especially when it is to become a place of relaxation for Fido throughout his lifetime. My primary focuses here have been on durability, convenience, and functionality.
Though it's quite expensive, the ProSelect Empire offers 1/2-inch thick tubing, two door latches, and a rust-resistant exterior finish. A common theme throughout this topic is double-door access of which the MidWest Ultima Pro is no exception. It also has a convenient divider panel, which comes in handy when adjusting the available space inside as your large puppy grows into an adult. I also added the Petmate Ultra Vari for its classic kennel-style appearance and sturdy plastic shell for withstanding impacts. The MidWest Giant suits a large canine well, thanks to its 54-inch height and L-shaped hook for reinforcing the side panels. Although I wouldn't recommend the Crown End Table or Internet's Best Wood for dogs with a natural chewing tendency, both are quite stylish nevertheless and can double as end tables or nightstands, depending on your preference. Finally, I added the Luckup Heavy Duty for its pitched roof and also because the front door can function as two separate doors, the bottom of which can be opened separately, making it easy to place a dog's food bowl inside without having to worry about possible escape.
4. MidWest Giant
5. Crown End Table
6. Precision Pet Great
7. Luckup Heavy Duty
8. Internet's Best Wood
9. AmazonBasics Metal
10. Pet Gear Portable
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