Question on crating

[JenBKR]

If Roscoe is good at escaping, you might want to consider a crate with plastic sides (they have holes so they can see out and for ventilation). We used to have a crate like the one you posted for Adele when she was a puppy and she squeezed out of it (we have no idea how, as we weren't home) and cut her poor leg and had to get stitches. We got her current crate at Walmart for $60, and it's roomy enough for her to have some space and she's never escaped or gotten hurt. It's a large and she's only 50 lbs, so you might want an extra large for Roscoe.
Unfortunately she still has to be crated while we are gone, but my husband and I work from home so it's never for very long. I would suggest checking out some books on crate training, there's loads of good advice. Just remember to make it fun for him to be in there with praise and treats! Good luck to you and Roscoe!

Oh yes he is an escape artist I am really glad you said something. Is this one like what you are talking about?

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...uct_id=4087836

[lv4dogs]

Oh yes he is an escape artist I am really glad you said something. Is this one like what you are talking about?

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...uct_id=4087836

No, thats a soft sided crate, VERY easy to chew, scratch through.

I think she's talking about something like these: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Produc...&N=2001+113495

[JenBKR]

Ahh, I see - that makes more sense. Thank you guys for your help - having never done this before I don't really know what is best. That one does look like it might work. Thanks!!

[dab_20]

Everyone made good suggestions. Make sure you check it over so you don't get one with hooks on the top... Good Luck!

[Pembroke_Corgi]

Oh yes he is an escape artist I am really glad you said something. Is this one like what you are talking about?

I was talking about the ones like lv4dogs linked to in the Foster & Smith web page. I didn't see any on the Walmart webpage, but I believe they still sell them in the store. But, you can find them anywhere. I'd just make sure it's sturdy without pins poking out and that the door cannot be pried or in anyway opened from the inside. Good luck!

[JenBKR]

Thank you so much guys for the ideas! I'll be buying one soon, so if I have any other questions I'll be sure to ask