Deluxe 4500 Front Entry

This is without a doubt one awesome crate. I have a young Belgian Malinois who managed to escape from two prior crates, both very popular brands, but is stymied by the Deluxe 4500. He finally gave up trying to eat his new, temporary home, and now just settles right in. Granted it's pricey, but you pay for what you get, and what I got was a dog crate that will last years and years. Highly recommended.

Advantages: Lightweight, and secure, as well as relatively attractive for a dog crate, at least people who see it are quite impressed. Although he has tried, my Malinois hasn't been able to make a dent in it, literally.

Disadvantages: It can be a struggle to assemble, but only if you ignore the advice of the manufacturer and fail to bring a 'helper.' It takes two to tighten the screws and bolts. Beyond this, I can't think of any significant disadvantages.

Fantastic hardware. Our German Shorthair can finally be contained. Worth every penny!

Advantages: Very well made with quality materials.

Disadvantages: The bolts for the lock could be a hair (2mm) longer. They fit, but there is zero tolerance.

Very good dog crate.

Advantages: Sturdy and safe. Good ventilation including along the bottom. Lightweight. I can lift it in and out of the truck bed with the tail gate down and no problem.

Disadvantages: When they say it takes two people to put it together it DOES. I live alone and got most of it done. Thankfully my Brother showed up and we got it finished. The door latch is a bit tricky to get right. Some of it is easier if you look at the instructions and think.. then reverse some of the sequence a little bit.

We definitely depend on our zinger crates for our bears! :)