Tips on Selecting Metal Dog Crates: Small Dog Crate to Extra Large Dog Crate

June 19, 2009 - PRLog -- When you take a look at them you will find there are many different names for them; dog crates, dog cages and dog kennels just to name a few. These will range from ones you use when traveling on airplanes or in your care to those that are used at home for training purposes or to keep them confined. Hopefully this article will help you in your selection along the way.

Crates for transporting your dog will be soft, lightweight and collapsible. These are perfect for traveling, storing when not in use and are extremely easy to work with. Small dogs almost always feel more comfortable and calm while traveling in a crate. Some dogs even get car sick and dog cages will alleviate this problem. The crates will give any dog the sense of security that they feel at home.

These soft dog crates are just one way of transporting your dog. You can also get cages that are made out of hard plastic. These are used mostly with only smaller dogs and cats because they are made to be carried by their handle. These types of cages can be used for a more rugged journey such as when only taking your pet on short trips. One thing to look out for if you do travel with your pet is plane/train approved crates. The hard plastic crates in most cases will not be approved. In these situations you will need the soft cages.

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If you are simply looking for a cage that will contain your dog in your home then you will have more of a selection when choosing your crate. In this situation you can find a great economy metal dog crates at a great price. These usually consist of metal or hard plastic and they can also come in a collapsible type. Don’t forget to put your dog a bed in his crate to keep him comfortable. Most people will only confine their dog when they are not home to keep dogs (especially puppies) from destroying their home. Eventually the dog will look at the crate as a sense of security and thus will help in travel or transportation later in life.


You can find the best deals on plastic or metal dog crates online no matter what kind you are looking for. When selecting your cage be sure that it will fit your dog comfortably and small enough so that they will not get overwhelmed. Another good thing to think about if you are selecting a crate for a puppy is that they will be growing and you will need a cage that will even suite him when he is full grown. There are great crates that you can buy in this situation. These crates will “grow” with your puppy. These are an excellent choice since they can be used for years to come. With proper use and care dog crates will last a lifetime.

Here is a good selection that I recommend
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