| The term dog kennel is interchangeable with fixed | | | | panels are located on all sides for ventilation and for |
| structures which are used to house dogs in a fixed | | | | ultimate comfort sheep skin padding is included. You |
| location. However the term has also lent itself for use | | | | may find your self becoming jealous of your dog as |
| to describe portable carriers in which your dog can be | | | | your long plane trip winds on because he may be |
| housed during transportation. | | | | more comfortable than you in your narrow coach |
| Dog kennels come in various sizes and styles to suit | | | | seat. |
| any size or breed of dog. Everything from wire dog | | | | Some inexpensive folding models are called indoor |
| crates to plastic carriers to soft side carriers are | | | | outdoor pet homes. They consist of a steel frame |
| available. Dog crates or pens are primarily used to | | | | covered with heavy duty washable mesh fabric |
| contain your dog while at home. Dog carriers are | | | | which the manufacturer claims is 10 times stronger |
| used to transport your dog over short or long | | | | than other fabric crates. They are nicely made and |
| distances including air travel. | | | | would not be an eyesore in your home. These |
| A little research should be done prior to purchasing | | | | carriers are able to be folded or set up in seconds. |
| any dog product especially a carrier to make sure the | | | | Some models come with provision for locking the |
| item will allow your dog to travel in comfort and | | | | dog in the carrier for security. These particular |
| without being cramped or being distressed. These | | | | carriers work well for dogs up to 25 pounds. |
| carriers are great for transporting your dog on | | | | For the pampered pet who is used to having the |
| vacation, to the vet or to obedience classes and | | | | best you might consider the addition of a pet crate |
| many other destinations where it is best to keep the | | | | fan. Different models are available some with variable |
| pet contained. | | | | speed. These could actually be a must have item for |
| There are models available constructed of heavy | | | | some areas where your dog is confined in hot humid |
| weight plastic shells with metal doors and other | | | | places for extended periods. |
| features that are super for those large breeds such | | | | With the extensive of models available at affordable |
| as Saint Bernards and Irish Setters. For smaller dogs | | | | prices there is no need to make your pet travel in |
| and more convenience because of it's light weight | | | | cramped uncomfortable containers Do him and |
| you may prefer the polyester sided models. These | | | | yourself a favor and look at what is available and |
| handy carriers have wire steel frames and are | | | | choose just the right portable dog kennel for your |
| covered with polyester material. Vinyl coated mesh | | | | family friend. |