By John Fowler

So — you’re looking for a dog crate, and you want the highest quality you can get for the best price. What options are available to you, and what are the pros and cons of the various types of dog crate?

Let’s first look at the black epoxy-coated crates. They look great when they are new, but they chip so easily and look tatty after only a few uses. Let’s be honest — if you are spending good money then you’ll want real value for your money and not something that’s going look tatty within a short period of time.

Secondly, let’s consider those plastic bases that some companies put in the crates. Plastic bases often crack, and split and as well, since dogs often chew them. So in reality there is no advantage to a plastic base, except for possibly saving the manufacturer a little money on material and labour costs.

Thirdly, there is chrome for cages. They look great — at first — and then you find they also chip and flake because chrome is just another coating. Be aware that the flaking chrome if ingested by a dog could make them unwell. In fact you don’t really see many chrome ones around these days, which is a good thing. So what are you left with?

Well, you’re left with galvanized crates. These are by far the best option, and the top quality galvanized crates have the following features:

• Galvanized for non-rust; long lasting
• Polished finish
• Anti-tamper locks
• Very heavy gauge mesh frame
• Metal tray that can’t be chewed and won’t split or crack
• Assembles in three moves
• Won’t chip or flake
• Lasts for years
• Slide-out tray

The major difference between types of galvanized dog crates is the gauge of the mesh used. Some companies are now offering 9mm gauge wire mesh, which has incredible strength and lasts a long, long time.

Dog Crates / Dog Cages offer an effective way to housebreak puppies, or keep your pets safe either at home or away. Dog crates can also be used by professional show dog owners. Some crates now offer an innovative build and design that allows simple assembly and disassembly in seconds, and are galvanised which prevents against rust and deterioration and is safe for your dog - which means they will look great for many years to come. When not in use, the cage/crate folds flat for easy transport and storage.

Contact them at http://www.services-professional.co.uk/Retailer-Dog-Crates-UK.html

About the Author

John Fowler trained as a Mathematician and has worked in the IT industry for over 30 years, much of the time in sales-related functions. He now spends his time between being a partner in SEO Gurus and as a sales and management trainer for ICT companies. John can be contacted via http://www.seo-gurus.co.uk