Safe for camping? Have two dogs and will be buying one for each. Good idea? Any recommendations?
1041287
The crate folds down pretty flat and is easy to store. I would also be concerned that the dog is supervised so it doesn't chew through it. If you will put the crate on the ground, I would put a tarp or crate mat down on the ground first. Also, the crate mate that comes with the crate is pretty thin so you might want to purchase a better bed or put some blankets down.
1041288
I use mine for indoor and outdoor use, and it's holding up great so far. As long as your dogs won't try to tear or chew through it, I recommend the crate
1041289
If your dogs are well behaved in a crate, I don't see why not. I have several soft crates & this one is my favorite. I have two now. Have fun camping =)
1041290
I love this crate but only used it inside so far. Depending on what type of camping you do, if your dogs are "chewers" or if a bear should come along, this crate won't last long. It is great for traveling because it folds pretty flat and is easy to set up.
1884970
did you actually take it to camping? I want to buy it for the same purpose. How was your experience with it?
570572
It's not waterproof but you'd have to be very unlucky. There is a lot of padding and multiple layers. It'd need a lot of rain to be a problem I think. So much rain I'd be looking for a bloke with an arc full of animals...
684725
I think that might be pushing the limits of the hammock straps. My (50 pound) dog likes to ride suspended in the hammock between the front seats and edge of the back seats sometimes. I think that two dogs doing this might be too much weight. But, if they both just sit on the back seats, it would probably be fine. Hope this answers your question!
1013503
I actually would recommend the Lodge L8DD3 Double Dutch Oven and Casserole with Skillet Cover, 5-Quart for camping instead of this one. I own both. The reason I use this one more at home is because of the handles. Easy into the oven, easy out of the oven. The reason I would recommend the Double Dutch Oven for camping instead of this one is; because of the handles. Much easier to two-hand the other one. If you are going to REALLY go camping though, you will want one with a lipped lid so you can put charcoal on top and not have it slide off. This isn't a bad choice at all for camping; would just be my second choice for camping. I actually would recommend the Lodge L8DD3 Double Dutch Oven and Casserole with Skillet Cover, 5-Quart for camping instead of this one. I own both. The reason I use this one more at home is because of the handles. Easy into the oven, easy out of the oven. The reason I would recommend the Double Dutch Oven for camping instead of this one is; because of the handles. Much easier to two-hand the other one. If you are going to REALLY go camping though, you will want one with a lipped lid so you can put charcoal on top and not have it slide off. This isn't a bad choice at all for camping; would... » Read More I actually would recommend the Lodge L8DD3 Double Dutch Oven and Casserole with Skillet Cover, 5-Quart for camping instead of this one. I own both. The reason I use this one more at home is because of the handles. Easy into the oven, easy out of the oven. The reason I would recommend the Double Dutch Oven for camping instead of this one is; because of the handles. Much easier to two-hand the other one. If you are going to REALLY go camping though, you will want one with a lipped lid so you can put charcoal on top and not have it slide off. This isn't a bad choice at all for camping; would just be my second choice for camping. « Show Less
1167035
I would not do that at all but, that's my opinion. This unit gets pretty hot. It is designed to radiate heat down. I would buy a heat proof top to sit it on which is what I have. You would never want to burn your animal[s].
423097
I had a little dog on mine once and it scratched it pretty good but didn't rip. I would avoid pets on them.
357311
yes, it is good to keep your dog in a certain area, or if you have company or puppies. I think it would get rusty very fast if used outside. also if you need to keep the dog off the furniture when you are away, you can open it up and use it as a fenced area to keep the dog away from the furniture. it comes apart very easily and put back together easily and in different shapes
1033239
I have mine as a safety precaution for my dog...She is on retractable leash w/harnesses when we go trail walking.
1887063
Yes I would think that would work. We have two of them and take one for the camper. We have two small dogs and sometimes they think they are on the potty with their front legs only! Needless to say there are some misses. We have gotten into the habit of placing a pee pad just in front to catch any mishaps. Hope this helps. Good luck.
1324330
Yes, the housing is made out of a strong and durable plastic that seems to resist getting hot. I have had it on for over an hour now and the container or housing is still cool to the touch. The Only thing that would burn your dog is the heat, but with the protection of your dog's fur I would say that he is out of the woods, and on safe grounds.
297143
It is actually pretty strong but I don't think I would let two 16 lb dogs get on any winter cover. No matter how strong the cover is you still take the chance that you as the consumer may not have secured it tight enough and the dogs may drown. I would put up a barrier for the dogs!
960116
Just remember that this oven gets very hot and is a danger to anyone coming in contact with it. It would be safer to use it outside with a Coleman camp stove and not use it inside of an enclosed camper. I would not use it inside of our trailer.
1645995
My bet would be not a whole lot unless you have an industrial grade vac packer. It may roll up a bit but I doubt it's going to be much. I've never tried to take anything like this camping though. I typically camp with a tarp, bedroll, a little food, cooking pots, fire starter, an extra set of cloths. I guess it depends on how much you take camping and what your willing to hike to the camp site. But the box for this is like 2'x2'x3' and I doubt it would hold up using it like this.
2123918
YES,YES AND YES! I have one if these and had I not had it...my dogs would be dead!Have used it several times and it works. Do not be afraid to use it. Police were called each time my dog was attacked by Pitts. They told me to keep using it.Anyone who walks their dog and doesn't carry protection is going to wish they had if your dog is attacked.CindyNorolk, Va.
137922
I would say No. Not comfortably. My dog is 5 pounds and he has little room to rotate. 10 pounds, max. Also, experiences from our hikes, the padding is heavy quilt and no air circulation so, on hot days your pet will overheat. I have been wrapping a gel icepack at the bottom to keep him cool.
2134503
The bottom is very sturdy. I have a pit bull terrier puppy. I keep his nails clipped. He's a digger and chewer. I stay with him and no problems. If he was left alone It might be a different story. The pool is sturdy and folds back up to fit with the other camping gear. I even use it in my tent for a shower. I would buy another bigger one when he grows more and keep this one for my portable shower. He loves it.