Can you take the wheels off, and how easy is it for a powerful chewer to do some damage to this? I can't lose another crate due to damage!
1301648
We purchased this crate for my daughter's 18 month old pit bull. We did not install the wheels and it sits directly on the floor. The dog weighs about 40 pounds and he loves this crate. (We'd been through a lot of crates) It has be come his "cave" and this is the first crate he has not destroyed. It has plenty of room for him. He wire gauge is heavy and he has not attempted to chew his way out.
1301649
The wheels pop off easily with a screwdriver. If your dog can chew through this crate, shoot it. Honestly the weakest point of the whole crate is the feed hatch located at the bottom of the door.
1301650
Yes the wheels actually have to be put on if you want to use them to make the cage mobile. Any dog can do damage if strong enough. Mine is used for a yorkie so far no damage other than what came during shipping.
1301651
my dog ate through it. I bought an airport transport cage, he hasn't been able to get out of that one.
1301652
Yes the wheels are removable, and it took my 65 lb pitt 2 days to tear a whole by simply biting and pulling the bars till they snap.(this was because the bars are too far apart) I recommend reinforcing with 1\4 inch sheet metal on the inside. Screw it to the frame. He hasnt gotten out since . If you have a local ace hardware it shouldnt cost but an extra 2 hundred dollars to make this kennel completely indestructible.
2275076
Yes, I think they would protect the dog, if it is just from rolling in the car. But will probably crumble if hit directly. There is a brand of German crates that are guaranteed in a crash not to bend. Not sure you would find any other types that would survive a crush.
308805
I think so, but my largest dog is only 65lbs. The wheels are pretty sturdy though, like something you would find on one of those old TV stands. They even held up fine when I used the crate outside for several weeks (in a carport) for some feral kittens I relocated from an elementary school to my front yard/street. It made it so nice & easy to move the crate around!
1917401
Your dog will NOT be able to get out. My dog destroyed several other crates and could not be contained until I got this one. If you have an escape artist, this crate is well worth the price.
319081
I have a pitbull/lab in mine and she has not escaped, where she has in other crates. We did use a chain and hook on the doors to be on the safe side, but so far (1 year) she has not escaped. Worked great for us.
2258741
Yes the wheel comes off... my gerbil chewed the slide up so I don't have a slide now.
663081
I do it all the time. Just pull it up slowly (from behind). Only time I have broken wheels was when I was trying to push it up onto a curb, and accidentally stepped on the wheels while I was pushing it. These are very durable carts. I've had the metal carts, and they are not only much harder to use, their wheels break easily. Just my experience. But I have bought 7 or 8 (given several away) and they are way bettter than metal carts, in my opinion.
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After discussing this questions with my husband, he believes the wheels are rubber. Possible? Could the manufacture be contacted? I also saw reviews saying the wt. limit is low and no English Cocker Spaniel could use this--my dog is 30 lbs small English Cocker Spaniel and was perfect for him, he can turn around in it, no sagging what so ever, very sturdy. We have used it several times and he loves it. We bought him on the ferry (using elevator to the top outer deck) and he fell asleep for the ride.
1794115
Beats me! I've reattached the front wheels at least six times. My next step will be to junk it. I have a back problem and need the front wheels, otherwise I'd do without them as Osric is doing.
1817222
I'm not entirely sure if a German Shepherd would destroy it that quickly - I bought one of these for a lab/pit bull mix and we played with it every night for at least an hour...as far as I know, it's still intact & usable. Like all toys that you want to last longer, make sure this particular toy isn't somewhere your dog can get at it & chew up when you aren't playing with it.
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My dog outgrew the kong without destroying it, and she's quite a chewer. I took it out of her toy collection (she loves toys) because I was afraid she would swallow it whole. I found another one out in the yard recently that was sort of cracked and dried out from having been out there for a few months but overall they're really sturdy.
54860
Those locks are not locks in the traditional sense. They just flip over into a little catch. My dog hasn't been able to open both of them, but they do look flimsy. If your concern is the dog getting out, I suggest a caribiner lock or two. Hope this helps. BTW I love the crate! He hasn't torn this up like he did three others.
1670346
It's really easy. On each side of the crate top, there is a sturdy plastic "tube" that is attached to one of the frame pieces and slides back to front. You align the 2 frame pieces then slide the "tube" over the joint. It holds well even with our very active 72 lb dog! To take it apart, just slide the "tube" in the other direction and the 2 frame pieces separate. It just takes a matter of seconds to do it. This crate is wonderful. The dog loves it.
1670345
It is very easy. The bars clasp together at the top with a retractable close. When you want to take it apart, you pull the two handles and the frame separates. I LOVE this crate and it is so easy to put up and take down. Much better than a hard crate.
194131
Yeah, it comes disassembled so you can just not put the wheels on. However, once they're on they're hard to get off. And the way it's built, it would be difficult to move if the wheels aren't on it.
425494
Hello JEC,I have not tried to take the wheels off but they came seperate and I put them on. The wheels come on and off. The whole cage can be dismanteled for washing. I got three of them. A lot of washing. I just wanted to update you that my rabbits have grown and now the cage is too small for them to stretch out on the lounging platform. SO my bunnies have graduated from these and they run free all day. I have a large Iris pen - 8 panels where I keep their litter box, food, water and hideaway and I have an Iris cage in storage for emergencies and the others I donated. They are really a great idea. Hello JEC,I have not tried to take the wheels off but they came seperate and I put them on. The wheels come on and off. The whole cage can be dismanteled for washing. I got three of them. A lot of washing. I just wanted to update you that my rabbits have grown and now the cage is too small for them to stretch out on the lounging platform. SO my bunnies have graduated from these and they run free all day. I have a large Iris pen - 8 panels where I keep their litter box, food, water and hideaway and I have an Iris cage in storage for emergencies and the others I donated. They are really... » Read More Hello JEC,I have not tried to take the wheels off but they came seperate and I put them on. The wheels come on and off. The whole cage can be dismanteled for washing. I got three of them. A lot of washing. I just wanted to update you that my rabbits have grown and now the cage is too small for them to stretch out on the lounging platform. SO my bunnies have graduated from these and they run free all day. I have a large Iris pen - 8 panels where I keep their litter box, food, water and hideaway and I have an Iris cage in storage for emergencies and the others I donated. They are really a great idea. « Show Less
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Yes, it comes apart easily. The wheels are only on the bottom carrier--there are no wheels on the top smaller carrier. Much like a briefcase can slide over the handle of a wheeled suitcase, that's how the small carrier fits and is stabilized on top of the larger wheeled carrier.