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Getting a dog crate is a great decision and they come with a wide array of benefits. Getting one for your dog (or cat) should be an easy decision and they are becoming more common around the world. They are perfect for puppy training and allow your pet to have a place of their own when they don’t want to be disturbed. One of the other reasons that they’re used is because they allow your dog to be taken abroad with you on the plane. Without a pet crate of some kind, your pet will not be allowed to fly....

Having a pet crate provides your dog with a lot of benefits. It essentially makes life a whole lot easier and it should be a no-brainer when it comes to making the decision to buy one or not. For first-time buyers, however, making the decision to buy a pet crate can be difficult. This is because a number of factors come into play. Firstly, pet crates are not seen as attractive products, as they are often seen as ugly. Secondly, pet crates come in all different shapes and sizes, making the choice more complicated. Your best bet, as a first-time...

Selecting a dog is a weighty decision. Your pet becomes a part of your family, and it is essential you choose the right breed in terms of size, personality, and temper that suits your lifestyle. Here is a list of the most popular breeds: Beagles Beagles have a happy, friendly, and intuitive nature, although they do shed regularly despite their short coat. To avoid a mess, you will need to regularly wash and brush your dog. In the past, beagles have been trained to hunt, so they rarely tire, making them ideal companions for active children and families. Bull Terriers...

  Although pet crates are talked about a lot on this blog, sometimes it is important to recognize some of the other items we sell here at Pet Crates Direct. Pet crates do have their benefits but without any accessories, they aren’t that useful nor comfortable for your dog. This is why it is important to kit out your pet crate with things like blankets and toys, so your dog can feel right at home. One of the most important accessories is a dog bed and these can also be used outside the crate. Having a dog bed which is...

  We tend to talk about pet crates and their benefits a lot on this blog but one area which we rarely talk about is dog barriers. These are nothing like crates in the sense that they can’t be used for transport, they’re not the great for toilet training and they don’t really work when it comes to providing your pet with a comfortable space the rest. However, although we might have just devalued them, they do have a ton of benefits for you and your home. Dog barriers can be used in a range of situations and are designed...