Rilla-My-Rilla Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 I need a good metal dog crate for a Border Collie, does anyone know of any good places to buy one online or of any good brands? Thanks, sjp118 :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bundyburger Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 Postage will be expensive if you buy online, as they're pretty heavy. Best bet is to go into a store where you can see the quality and make sure you get the right size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 (edited) I'm very happy with the Vebo crate I purchased. It came from Sydney - postage was fine and cheaper than anything I've seen in Melbourne. I don't travel with it much (although it has transported a couple of goats!) and it looks as good as new. ETA: I should add that both my dogs are very soft on crates. Edited February 3, 2012 by The Spotted Devil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vacuna Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 I purchased one through EBay - found it was strong enough to suit my needs and as a bonus had a metal tray. If you check out the pet shops to gauge the size and get an idea of price you can check out the EBay and online stores -some even have specials with free postage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
**Super_Dogs** Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 (edited) It you are in Brisbane try here Good quality crates at great price. Can pick up or delivery. Edited February 3, 2012 by buddy1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rilla-My-Rilla Posted February 3, 2012 Author Share Posted February 3, 2012 Thanks everyone :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Fox Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 I have two from Vebo. The service was great and price and postage quite reasonable IMO. As for the crates, one has been in the back of my car for the past 3 months and is used daily by my Malinois pup. The other is used in the house for an adult Ridgeback. I'd say they would hold up to a BC pretty well :) K9 pro is releasing some new crates next week too. I've no idea of the price but they look pretty good. http://www.facebook.com/pages/K9-Pro-The-K9-Professionals/118920428118492 http://k9pro.com.au/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dxenion Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 (edited) We recently purchased a wire crate from Vebo but found that the plastic tray was far more flimsy than the one by the TFH brand from Petstock. We've actually ordered a replacement TFH brand tray and will use that instead. The handle on the Vebo crate is also not as sturdy so we are using a TFH brand handle instead. If you have a dog that isn't hard on crates, Vebo would be ok, esp for the price. The door height on the Vebo crate is higher than the TFH brand so if you are buying a generic crate cover, that might be something to take into consideration. Whilst the quality of the wire and workmanship in the crates are the same, I feel that the TFH brand tray and handle are of far better quality and if we need to purchase another crate, we'll go TFH even though it is more expensive. If you live in Perth outside the metro area, make sure Vebo do not send it via TNT because TNT subcontract the delivery and the subcontractor......well lets just say we will never use the TNT subcontractor again for delivery to our area. Vebo do have another company they can use if you request it. Edited February 3, 2012 by Dxenion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Fox Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 We recently purchased a wire crate from Vebo but found that the plastic tray was far more flimsy than the one by the TFH brand from Petstock. The handle on the Vebo crate was also weaker. If you have a dog that isn't hard on crates, Vebo would be ok, esp for the price. If you live in Perth outside the metro area, make sure Vebo do not send it via TNT because TNT subcontract the delivery. We had a horrible experience with their subcontractor before Christmas. You can buy replacement steel trays from memory. Not sure who sells them but I'm sure I have seen them on eBay before?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumabaar Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 I'm very happy with the Vebo crate I purchased. It came from Sydney - postage was fine and cheaper than anything I've seen in Melbourne. I don't travel with it much (although it has transported a couple of goats!) and it looks as good as new. ETA: I should add that both my dogs are very soft on crates. Mine are quite hard on their crates and the vebo ones are still going strong! Shipping was very reasonable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 I'm very happy with the Vebo crate I purchased. It came from Sydney - postage was fine and cheaper than anything I've seen in Melbourne. I don't travel with it much (although it has transported a couple of goats!) and it looks as good as new. ETA: I should add that both my dogs are very soft on crates. Mine are quite hard on their crates and the vebo ones are still going strong! Shipping was very reasonable That's good to know! When you have a working line pup who has never even looked like chewing a soft crate I figure it's a good idea to point that out :laugh: Agree - shipping was excellent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumabaar Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 I'm very happy with the Vebo crate I purchased. It came from Sydney - postage was fine and cheaper than anything I've seen in Melbourne. I don't travel with it much (although it has transported a couple of goats!) and it looks as good as new. ETA: I should add that both my dogs are very soft on crates. Mine are quite hard on their crates and the vebo ones are still going strong! Shipping was very reasonable That's good to know! When you have a working line pup who has never even looked like chewing a soft crate I figure it's a good idea to point that out :laugh: Agree - shipping was excellent. They lasted an Adult Finnish Lapphund tantrum (she did manage to bend some wires and I don't have to cable tie these ones to keep her in ), and 4 adolescent Kelpie at flyball tantrums!! I am more than happy to recommend them. The only damage has been by the Lappie to the plastic floor so I just use a thick bed in her crates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeltaCharlie Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 Have heard good things about these ones and am planning on buying a few when I can afford them to replace some of my older semi-destroyed ones. Definitely the cheapest good quality ones that you can get, even cheaper than vebo and free shipping Aus wide! 36" dog crate We have bought a few of their soft crates (as have other DOLers) and they are a really good quality and no difference between them and our expensive brand ones. I have heard that it is the same with their wire crates- no difference in quality to those more expensive ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weasels Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 Have heard good things about these ones and am planning on buying a few when I can afford them to replace some of my older semi-destroyed ones. Definitely the cheapest good quality ones that you can get, even cheaper than vebo and free shipping Aus wide! 36" dog crate We have bought a few of their soft crates (as have other DOLers) and they are a really good quality and no difference between them and our expensive brand ones. I have heard that it is the same with their wire crates- no difference in quality to those more expensive ones. Oooh so tempting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rilla-My-Rilla Posted February 4, 2012 Author Share Posted February 4, 2012 Thanks very much everyone! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huski Posted February 9, 2012 Share Posted February 9, 2012 K9 pro is releasing some new crates next week too. I've no idea of the price but they look pretty good. http://www.facebook.com/pages/K9-Pro-The-K9-Professionals/118920428118492 http://k9pro.com.au/ These are now in stock in case anyone was wondering! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mason_Gibbs Posted February 9, 2012 Share Posted February 9, 2012 K9 pro is releasing some new crates next week too. I've no idea of the price but they look pretty good. http://www.facebook.com/pages/K9-Pro-The-K9-Professionals/118920428118492 http://k9pro.com.au/ These are now in stock in case anyone was wondering! :) They look great!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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