Indestructible dog crate?

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I need to know if there is a website or store that sells indoor, large dog crates that are made out of steel or some tough metal that is virtually indestructable...?
He's broken out of wire, vari-kennel (plastic and wire), and wood...
He's a tough cookie!
It isn't that he isn't trained...He's very social, he knows obedience, doesn't bark ever...He was very abused from his former owner and as a result he doesn't want to be left alone ever...I got him from a shelter on his last day before euth...

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There are a number of manufacturers of metal crates --
http://www.kustomkrates.com/ is one but there are others and if you do a search on 'metal dog crates' you should find a lot of them.

add; Being destructive and poorly trained enough to not be contented staying where you put him doesn't in any way denote that the dog is 'tough' -- I have known many quite wussy dogs that easily break out of crates because they lack the capability to control themselves when crated. I have had dogs that almost dismantled the metal crates as well -- missing bolts and bent bars now, but they were not in the least bit 'tough' dogs... merely destructive and incapable of being trusted to calmly be confined when needed. Know too if you are leaving the dog too long in the crate, it will learn to break out and once learned, they remember it... takes repetition to teach them anything else but one time destroying a crate and they remember it forever!

can my iguana live in a large wire dog crate?

Q. i was thinking if i got one it would be okay for him to live in a wire dog crate because they can be large enough for a four foot iguana and they are metal so a haet lamp would not melt it and the air could circulate through the wire also there would be a front and a side door so i could have easy access to my iguana and i would not have to go through the trouble to make a big pen for him to live in

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The LAST thing an iggy needs a glass enclosure! Open air enclosures are vastly preferred.

If you get a very large wire crate, I would turn it on one end so it is taller than long or wide. They like to climb.

You would need to install some sturdy climbing shelves and branches.

You would also need to make sure he had a large soaking area, and a basking area of at least 100 degrees.

You'd need about the largest size crate they make though, don't settle for a smaller one just because it's conveniently available. Your iggy won't be happy if he's cramped.

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Looking for advice on dog crates for extra large dogs.?

stanleyand

I have 100 pound German Shepard. His current crate is heavy duty plastic with a wire front. He has bent the wire in the front enough where he can now push his way out and escape. I am looking for a heavy duty crate for a dog this size, one that is very strong and guaranteed not to let the dog escape! Thanks!

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Try an all wire crate. The plastic crate is more in closed and its easier for him to get leverage to push on the door. I find the wire crates to be much better. I've always used them for my dogs, and I've had some pretty big dogs. Never any escapes. I find the doors on wire crates are more secure than the plasic ones. I don't think you can get a create that will guarantee your dog will not escape, give a wire one a try though. Make sure the wires/bars are thick enough.

Dog crating?

Margastar

What is "crating" a dog. I've never heard of this before, it sounds awful, especially for the larger dogs. I've never known a single person to "crate" their dogs. What is the purpose of it.
Sounds like a kennel, but they are in the backyard. I assume crates are for those which live in apartments. No way would I leave my dog stuck indoors all day with just a space for them to turn around in.

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Crating a dog is simply training him to stay in his crate. The crate is like a plastic or wire "dog house" that the dog can move around in and see out of. A lot of dogs like to have the crate as a place to retire to when everything gets hectic and he's had enough. They bury their treats there and bring in toys to keep from other dogs.

People usually crate their dog either to sleep at night or if they are not going to be home and do not want the dog having the run of the house. Sometimes it as used as a little room to put the dog when visitors are afraid of the dog.
Some people use a crate to transport the dog to shows in the car. This is for safety.

Sound awful, but some dogs actually like having a space of their own! The crate comes in different sizes and you would get it for the size of your breed as an adult. The dog should be able to stand up and turn around in the crate.

It is a temporary place for the dog and should not take the place of being with the owner.

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Is it ok to crate my kittens at night outside?

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Victoria

I just got two new kitties. They were found in an outdoor shed at our neighbors house and we decided to take two home so they wouldn't be lonely while they adjusted. We intend for them to be outdoor cats once they are grown and we have taken time to adapt them and once they are up to date on shots and fixed. I have had them in our back hallway for a few nights and they have been perfect angels. We have been letting them out during the day to play and love on them also. Tonight at bed time though, they began to climb their enclosure and meow for us to come pet them. I don't want them to make a habit of this at night so I transferred all their things ( litter pan, enclosed bed and blankies, food and water, and toys) into a extra large dog crate and they have ample space to run around. Only thing is we have it on our front porch. I just want to hear some opinions as these are the first kittens we have had in years, on weather or not this will be ok. Our porch is secure, safe from any predators it's enclosed out of the elements and we live away from an area where anyone would steal them. If there were any reason they would be unsafe I would not put them out there but I have a husband who rises very early and a small child who will wake if the kitties get too rambunctious. Thanks in advance for any input.

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A heavy duty crate is what you need to train them. Since you will be housing two of them, something bigger is needed. You can check out http://pets.become.com/heavy-duty-dog-crate for some options. However, training your cats, like dogs is important. Once, they get into the habit of night patting, etc. they will expect it more. Leave some toys in their crate. Leave them outside only once you and your family are awake.

The porch should be relatively safe. Also, as they grow older, they will learn to venture out more, but as of now, you need to keep them in a secure and safe environment and be vigilant! Check on them on and off, you can also get a barrier for the porch to make sure they donât venture off. Their threat right now is not only predators, but other pets too!

How can I keep raccoons away from my kittens?

MeruuMeruu

I've recently gotten three kittens, and they unfortunately have to be outside cats. At night they sleep in a large dog crate, with a bed, and food and water in case someone doesn't wake up to let them out since some mornings I work. A few nights ago we were having problems with a raccoon coming up onto the porch every night and terrorizing them, reaching into the crate. We dealt with that on not to long ago, but tonight two more appeared, and they managed to MOVE the crate. I'm freaked out, because my boyfriend has told me he's had a kitten get killed by a raccoon. How can I keep these raccoons away from the kittens?

DISCLAIMER: I would much prefer they be indoor cats, but my boyfriends mom will not allow it as my boyfriend and his little brother are both very allergic. It is still a better option than someone else having them, if not for me they would be left outside without so much as a crate to protect them. I'm doing my very best to keep them safe and healthy despite them living outdoors. Please don't answer with "You should give them to someone who will keep them inside" or anything like that. People around here don't really have indoor cats.

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racoons are very annoying animals, they'll keep going back until you move the cage places, or set out traps to catch the coons in, and then go let them out in the forest or something. if you dont want to get rid of them their isnt much you can do.. racoons are nasty buggers..
if all that doesnt work, get the shotgun out that'll get rid of the problem haha.

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