It can be very confusing when looking to buy a dog cage for your best friend. The reason for this is that there are so many types available. These vary from the heavy duty metal dog cages to the smaller, cut, decorative ones that tend to appear more like a piece of furniture.

The cheapest types on the market are the wire cages or crates. They can be used for both travelling and crate training your puppy and are easily serviceable. They are open on all sides and so do not really provide a quiet retreat for your pet. They can, however, be covered with a blanket to provide a quiet shelter.

Another type to consider is the increasingly popular soft dog cage. They are durable but may cause a problem if your dog is a chewer or is going to get much bigger than his current size. They look cute, often come in bright colors and are more ideal for the smaller breeds of dog.

One of my favorites is the wicker cage which will often complement your furniture quite nicely. This is a popular choice when a dog owner is looking for something that will mostly be used indoors. Like the soft cage, these are more suitable for smaller dogs.

For transporting dogs in vehicles, one of the most popular types used is the plastic dog cage. They have vents at the sides and top and a door at the front. They cost a bit more than the other types, so if you are going to invest your money it is worthwhile getting one that is airline carrier approved. I find this type of cage better fro travelling in cars than the wire type.

When deciding on what type of cage to buy you should also consider both the size of your dog and his habits. If he is a chewer or if he is large, I would recommend buying a hard plastic carrier type cage. This is especially so if he is also going to be spending a lot of time in it.

Whichever type of cage you decide to buy, it is important to remember that this is your dogs new home. He should see this as somewhere that provides him with security and somewhere quiet to rest.

Fran writes articles on the large dog cage and about how to train your dog with large dog cages.

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