| So you have decided to get a pet crate for your | | | | see all around him and provides better ventilation for |
| dog and now you are faced with the question of | | | | snub-nosed dogs that may have trouble breathing in |
| what type to get. Maybe you are not even sure | | | | a plastic crate. Both types of dog crates come in a |
| what types of dog crates are out there. To answer | | | | variety of sizes to accommodate any breed of dog, |
| your questions about crate types and the best one | | | | from a tiny Toy Poodle to a huge Great Dane, so |
| for your situation, I will give you a short review of | | | | your selection depends on your preference and |
| each here. | | | | needs, both now and in the future. |
| The two main types of dog crates are wire and | | | | Some other types of dog crates that are available |
| plastic. Plastic crates are also known as carriers and | | | | include soft-side, wicker, and wood or end table |
| are made of molded two-piece units with ventilation | | | | crates. These types of pet crates are not |
| and a door at the front. Wire crates are made from | | | | recommended for training purposes but instead |
| welded metal panels that are hinged together. There | | | | provide a more attractive alternative for the mature |
| are pros and cons for each type; I will discuss the | | | | and trained dog. These also come in a variety of |
| critical ones here. | | | | sizes, although extreme sizes may be more limited. |
| Plastic and wire crates are both recommended for | | | | Soft-sided crates are excellent choices for someone |
| house-training and both are effective. Which one you | | | | on-the-go as they are simple to break-down and |
| choose depends on your own needs and | | | | set-up. Wicker and wood crates offer a more |
| preferences. Plastic pet crates are more den-like | | | | attractive option than the standard wire or plastic |
| because they are more enclosed and private, | | | | crate. Again, these are not training crates but are a |
| although you may modify a wire crate to be more | | | | desirable option for the dog owner who wishes to |
| enclosed by covering it with a towel/blanket or | | | | purchase a crate for their dog but also wants |
| purchasing a cover set for it. Plastic crates typically | | | | something that complements the decor of the room |
| meet airline requirements for shipping your pet, | | | | that it will be set up in. |
| whereas wire crates do not. Also, plastic crates are | | | | Ultimately, your best bet when selecting a dog crate |
| generally less expensive than wire crates. However, | | | | is to determine your specific needs and preferences |
| plastic crates are susceptible to chewing and are | | | | and then do some shopping around. Hopefully this |
| bulky to store. Wire crates are completely collapsible | | | | article gave your some basic information that will help |
| making them easy to store in small spaces. The | | | | you as you start your search! |
| openness of wire crates also allows for your pet to | | | | |