| There are so many different types of dog crate | | | | plastic crate, so they are not as efficient for |
| construction to choose from these days that it can | | | | traveling. However, for home use, the wire dog crate |
| be an overwhelming experience. There are plastic | | | | is a fantastic addition for your pet. They are |
| ones, metal ones, and soft ones, just to name the | | | | completely ventilated and give your dog a great view |
| most popular few. Which one should an owner | | | | of the world around her. |
| choose for his or her new pet? The answer could | | | | Soft crates, also called soft sided crates, and pop up |
| really be any of them or one of each. A dog owner | | | | or pop open crates are perfect if you are constantly |
| should examine the needs and uses of the crate and | | | | in the outdoors. They are becoming more and more |
| from there decide which is best for that person and | | | | popular and are great for camping and other types |
| dog's particular needs. | | | | of outdoor activities. They are the lightest of all of |
| Plastic crates have been around for many years now | | | | the different types of crates and great for traveling |
| and seem to still be some of the most popular items | | | | by car. A quality made item will have a sturdy, |
| for dog owners to choose. A quality plastic crate is | | | | lightweight frame and be easy to set up and take |
| very durable, lightweight, and easily transported. | | | | down. Be careful if your dog likes to chew as well. |
| Many are approved for use on commercial airlines. Be | | | | While sturdy, a dog owner with a dog that chews will |
| sure to check with the specific airline to determine | | | | probably figure out that this may not be the best |
| which are allowed as each airline has its own set of | | | | option for his pet. |
| rules and regulations. Many plastic crates are made | | | | When picking a dog crate out for your dog, use the |
| from partially recycled material which will reduce your | | | | information in this article to aid you in selecting the |
| pet's carbon paw print. | | | | correct choice for you and your companion, and you |
| Wire crates are sturdy, durable, and most upper end | | | | will have many quality years ahead of you, both from |
| items are of a folding design which allows them to be | | | | your dog and his new portable safe haven. |
| stored easily. They tend to be much heavier than a | | | | |