emilymarston Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 (edited) Hi everyone! I'm looking into buying crates for my dogs. Any recommended brands or stores? And is there anything in particular I should consider when choosing a crate? I'm after a high quality metal crate that comes in smaller sizes (spaniel size to be specific). Thanks! Edited September 23, 2015 by emilymarston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kavik Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 (edited) These are the sturdiest ones I have used, though a bit heavier than some. Plus the price is awesome! https://www.vebopet.com.au/ Edited September 23, 2015 by Kavik Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottsmum Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 I have one from petbarn - It's totally OK. I would recommend it. My only complaint is that when I went looking for a cover I discovered that crates are all slightly different sizes. Which meant I couldnt get the cover I really wanted.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Rusty Bucket Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Just a bit worried about "tough sturdy metal". Is that cos the dog tries to get out of the crate - to me that would mean more or better training needed. My dog could quite easily rip her way out of all the crates I've had but doesn't try cos she likes it in there and knows I will always come back for her. The sturdiest ones I've seen are the show trolley crates. You can use those as tables too. One of my fold up crates got broken when someone sat or fell on it. http://www.ozgroomingworld.com.au/aeolus-1-berth-aluminium-show-trolley-small-size-p638/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emilymarston Posted September 23, 2015 Author Share Posted September 23, 2015 Just a bit worried about "tough sturdy metal". Is that cos the dog tries to get out of the crate - to me that would mean more or better training needed. My dogs aren't the type to try and get out of crates. But I assume they will paw at the doors initially, so I'd rather have a crate that can withstand a little bit of resistance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirra Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Another recommendation for Vebo crates here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogsfevr Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 High Four pet supplies in Melton ,good sturdy crates & come in different colours .They aren't light but will with stand all sorts of stuff & a great prices Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mim Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Yep, another recommendation for Vebo from me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 I have four I bought from Deals Direct. They are fine and I haven't had any issues with quality. That said, they are static - I don't fold, move or set them up in different places. These are the ones I have and they are currently on sale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottsmum Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 I have four I bought from Deals Direct. They are fine and I haven't had any issues with quality. That said, they are static - I don't fold, move or set them up in different places. These are the ones I have and they are currently on sale I just clicked that link - jeepers that's a good price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Rusty Bucket Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 The ones on the link fold up :) My dog has "pawed a bit" at the vebo soft sided - and it was fine. She pawed a lot at the bottom of it chasing kibble out the bobalot and that eventually made holes in the bottom. This was the one that got broken when someone sat on it - so it's not good if people decide it's ok to put something on top. Had some strange things happen - like someone at hockey thought it would be good to elevate their injured ankle and tried to move it - except the dog was in it so it wouldn't move... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 (edited) The ones on the link fold up :) Yep, they do but mine have been set up in my "dog room" and left there. I don't use them for travelling, trials, shows etc. And yes, awesome price. Lots of folk I know use these. EM, if that's a spaniel in your avatar, these would be big enough for all but Springers I think. Edited September 23, 2015 by Haredown Whippets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emilymarston Posted September 23, 2015 Author Share Posted September 23, 2015 Just a quick question, would it be better to buy a slightly smaller or larger crate? They'd only be used overnight to sleep in and possibly at a few agility trials. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tassie Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 I'd get one big enough for your dog to lie stretched out .. and ideally tall enough for them to stand up, or at least sit up straight without their heads touching the top. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Rusty Bucket Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Smaller one ok for short stays and cooler weather. Stinking hot weather and all day stays - need a bigger crate, with room to put fans in... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denali Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Id say slightly larger if sleeping in them for extended periods :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pjrt Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 For wire folding crates, Vebo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rozzie Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Another vote for Vebo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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