Many dogs thrive on the safe feeling provided by crates, helping them to deal with short periods of separation or other stressful situations. However, they take up a fair amount of room, which is why multipurpose furniture-style dog crates are such a good idea.
Depending on where you position them, furniture-style dog crates can act as end tables, sideboards or nightstands, saving you space. You can find them in many styles and finishes to work with most decor.
In this article: Unipaws Furniture Style Dog Crate, Merry Pet 2-in-1 Configurable Pet Crate and Gate and Zoovilla Dog Crate
Dog crate sizes
It's important to choose the right size crate for your dog. It should be able to sit, stand, lie down and turn around easily. However, the crate shouldn't be too big or your dog may feel unsafe — or choose to use one end of the crate as a bathroom. To find the right size, you'll need to measure your canine companion.
- Length: Measure your dog from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail while standing naturally.
- Height: Measure from the floor to the top of the head while your dog is sitting, not standing.
Add 2 to 4 inches to these measurements, and this will tell you what length and height of crate you need. The width is in proportion to the height and the length, so as long as those two measurements are correct, the width should be right too.
Colors and finishes
Among the main reasons to choose dog crate furniture over a standard crate is because it looks better in your home. Therefore, you should choose a color or finish that you're happy with.
You'll find dog crates in a wide range of wood finishes, from dark espresso to pale pine, plus painted wood or laminate veneer finishes in colors such as gray and white. You might want to find a close match to other wood furniture in your home or opt for a neutral color, such as white, that works with a range of wood finishes.
Ventilation
Crates should be well-ventilated to keep your dog with a steady supply of fresh air and so it doesn't get too hot inside. As such, you should look for crates with bars or wire mesh covering a large proportion of all four sides. This also lets your dog see out of their crate, which many dogs prefer.
Two-door design
Two-door designs make it easier to get your dog in and out of the crate without issue. It's also good for dogs who have free access to their crates, rather than being shut in, because they can come and go as they please and won't feel trapped. Having multiple doors also gives you more options for positioning your crate. Even if one door is up against a wall or another piece of furniture, you can still use the other one.
Ease of cleaning
Ideally, furniture-style dog crates should be made from smooth, varnished wood or wood composite that's easy to wipe clean. Some have removable trays in the base to make cleaning inside easier.
Best furniture-style dog crates
Unipaws Furniture Style Dog Crate
With a choice of attractive gray, rustic wood and walnut finishes, this stylish crate looks great as a sideboard, end table or nightstand. It has a slide-out plastic tray in the base for easier cleaning.
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Merry Pet 2-in-1 Configurable Pet Crate and Gate
You can configure this dark wood option as a crate that doubles as a table or take the top off and unfurl it into a pet gate. The plastic tray in the base protects your floor and makes cleaning it a breeze.
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Zoovilla Dog Crate
Available in black or white, this sleek crate has a neutral style that works with classic or contemporary decor. You can choose from small, medium and large options to fit most dogs.
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PawHut Dog Crate Furniture
This crate is perfect for small dogs, thanks to its compact design, and doubles nicely as an end table. You have a choice of black, white and dark brown finishes.
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Casual Home Wooden Pet Crate
This sturdy crate is suitable for dogs from roughly 25 to 40 pounds and features a secure latch and a table top weight capacity of 120 pounds. You have a choice of four finishes: walnut, espresso, black and white.
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Penn-Plax Modern and Sophisticated Dog Crate
With a gorgeous gray driftwood finish, you don't have to choose between style and function with this crate. It includes a cozy crate pad with washable cover and has two doors for easy entry and exit.
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New Age Pet Ecoflex Dog Crate
Made from a recycled plastic-wood polymer composite, it's a durable and long-lasting choice that won't warp or split over time — and it looks just like wood at first glance. It's available in four finishes: russet, gray, espresso and antique white.
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Snimoy Heavy Duty Dog Crate
Not only is this crate extremely rugged and well-made, but it has a cool industrial look that fits right in with contemporary decor. It has two doors for easy access, and cleaning it is a breeze, thanks to the removable trays in the base.
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Rehomerance Rustic Heavy Duty Dog Crate
With a black metal body and a dark wood top, this crate won't look out of place next to trendy furniture. It is well-ventilated and has two doors so dogs can easily enter and exit.
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Feandrea Dog Crate Furniture
Just as stylish as a side table as it is practical as a crate, it's a good choice for small and medium dogs, and there are two sizes available. You have your pick of either rustic brown or "greige" finishes.
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Dwanton Dog Crate Furniture
The choice of four sizes means you can find an option to fit most dogs, although there isn't anything big enough for giant breeds. It works well as a side table or end table with adjustable feet to keep it level.
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