Know where to find less expensive wire crates?

[aly]

I've been shopping around for an extra large wire dog crate (just in case a certain dog named Canuck is in my near future :D). The ones that I've been finding have been around $250. I was hoping to spend under $200. Does anyone know a place to look where they may be a bit cheaper?

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OH! I just found some for $150 on the Drs Foster and Smith website. I'd still like to hear suggestions if anyone knows of another place with nice, LAAAAARGE crates that aren't too expensive.

[zippy-kat]

I don't know how big ya need but check out The Ferret Store (http://www.ferretstore.com/) . (They have dog stuff too!)

I've never ordered from them but I *think* they are affiliated with www.PetDiscounters.com . (and I have ordered from them--good service! Didn't see any dog crates tho. )

[mugsy]

I would look at 2nd hand stores...we've gotten a couple of cages at one here. Also, I'd be scouring the classified ads. Even put a "wanted" ad in.

[anna_66]

We looked at Xtra large wire crates at Super Petz and the cheapest we found was $129, I didn't think that was too awful bad.

[Cincy'sMom]

My dad did alot of looking online and I think he found one around $90, maybe. I'll ask him whenI see him tonight.

[manda99]

I love http://www.petedge.com
They have GREAT prices.

[aly]

Tonya - I LOVE that pet doscounters site. That was the first place I checked but they don't carry crates... boohoo!

Thanks everyone else for the links and advice. I'll go check them out!!

I would like one of the biggest sizes even though Canuck is just 60 lbs. I'd like him to have a bunch of 'elbow' room.

[Fuzzy317]

We just got our crate for DJ a week ago, 48 long x 30 wide x 36 deep. We got it from ebay for $96 total, crate about $68, the remainder tax and shipping (US postal). They were really nice, since we got it for a foster, they shipped UPS no extra charge.

Attached is a picture called "Crate Train". The crate on the right is Ginger's, the middle is the one used for Asgrim, the one on the left is being used by DJ.

[aly]

Wow, thats an awesome price!! I looked on Ebay before but didn't see any big enough. Guess I should keep checking!

Heheh, cute pic.

Thanks for the info!!!

(yay, I just found a whole bunch of big ones on ebay for $68... probably from the same people as you got yours.. THANKS!)

[MHMama]

I have seen some at our local Thrift Stores. I bought Lucy Tu a smaller crate in mint condition for only $5 at the Salvation Army Thrift Store. Also check the classifieds in the Garage Sale section.

[Dixieland Dancer]

Aly,
This is the description of the crates I got for my dogs. This is about the cheapest I have found. The website is JBPet.com. The nice thing is it can be partitioned off if you need it for a smaller dog in the future. I use this when they are pups.


Midwest Lifestyle Series
The new Life Stages Series Folding Crates are designed for use over the lifetime of your puppy! Midwest's newest crate series is an excellent choice for the new puppy owner.

• A FREE divider panel is included that permits you to adjust the size of the puppy's area, recommended for housetraining as the puppy won't soil his own bedding area.
• The pup's sleeping area can be enlarged as he grows by moving the panel.
• Durable satin black electro-coat finish looks handsome and unobtrusive in your home.
• Safe and secure slide bolt latches are easy to use.
• The pan is easy to clean, made of tough, leakproof and rustproof ABS plastic.
• The crate easily sets up and folds flat for transport and storage.
• And, the price is right - an excellent value!
• Please specify size.

Crate Measurements:

Model 1624 - 24” x 18” x 21” high.
Model 1630 - 30” x 21” x 24” high.
Model 1636 - 36” x 24” x 28” high.
Model 1642 - 42” x 28” x 32” high.
Model 1648 - 48” x 30” x 35” high.

Midwest Lifestyle Series
Description Price Inventory Add to Cart
LIFE STAGES 1624 $39.95 In Stock!
LIFE STAGES 1630 $44.95 In Stock!
LIFE STAGES 1636 $54.95 In Stock!
LIFE STAGES 1642 $64.95 In Stock!
LIFE STAGES 1648 $79.95 In Stock!

[aly]

Thanks Candy! That's the brand I was leaning toward and you just pushed me over the edge :) I'll go check out that site.