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When used correctly, a dog crate for your puppy or dog is a very useful aid and will become a safe sanctuary for your dog. Frequently, a crate-trained dog will return to the crate as a place of refuge, for example, when you have visitors or during a thunderstorm. When your dog considers the crate as a place of safety that is also helpful to settle them when travelling. A Portable dog crate is an essential item if you plan on travelling with your dog.
Different types of Portable Dog Crate
We are looking predominantly at the metal weld mesh dog crates here as they are the best to get a dog used to for both home and travel. However, it is important to check with airlines if there are specific crate requirements for travelling by plane. Hard plastic cased portable dog crates might be needed for air travel. If you are travelling on a train or the dog is going on a flight with you as hand luggage then a softer material option may suffice.
What to Look for in a Portable Dog Crate
When looking for a dog crate, there are a few things to consider, such as:
