Selecting the appropriate size kennel for your pet is essential for a successful crate training experience. Kennels are available in a range of sizes, from small to giant, to suit various dog breeds. So, why is kennel sizing so important? Just think about your pet trying to stand, turn, or sit in a kennel that’s too cramped. To find the ideal kennel size for your furry friend, measure your pet from the top of their head to the ground and from the tip of their nose to the base of their tail. The kennel should be 3-4 inches taller and longer than your pet to provide enough room to stand up, easily turn around, and lie down comfortably! If it’s too small, your pet will feel restricted; if it’s too big, they might use their space as a bathroom.
Guide for Purchasing the Right Size Airline Kennel
Vari Kennel or Sky Kennel #100 (SMALL)
53cm L x 40cm W x 38cm H OUTSIDE Dimensions (Advertised size)
INSIDE Dimensions (usable capacity) 43cm L x 35cm W x 35cm H
(Actual Crate Weight: 3.18kg)
Note: The 100 Kennel includes a handle, features Square Corners, and does NOT have pre-drilled holes around the door for cable ties. PetMate has not updated the series 100 with the latest features.
IMPORTANT: As of 1/1/12, British Airways has announced that they will no longer accept a size 100 for any pets. All pets are now required to travel in a 200 – 26″ x 18″ x 19″ or larger, even for small pets.
Recommended for: Cats, Toy Poodles, Yorkshire Terriers, Chihuahuas, Shih Tzus, Miniature Pinschers, Pomeranians, Papillons
71cm L x 52cm W x 54cm H OUTSIDE Dimensions (Advertised size)
INSIDE Dimensions (usable capacity) 61cm L x 47cm W x 52cm H
(Actual Crate Weight: 6.8kg)
Note: The 200 Kennel includes a handle, the latest version has Round Corners and pre-drilled holes around the door for cable ties.
Recommended for: Large Cats, Basset Hounds, Beagles, Shelties, Mini Poodles, Lhasa Apsos, Cocker Spaniels
81cm L x 57cm W x 61cm H OUTSIDE Dimensions (Advertised size)
INSIDE Dimensions (usable capacity) 71cm L x 52cm W x 58cm H
(Actual Crate Weight: 8.16kg)
Note: The 300 Kennel does NOT come with a Handle; the newest version has Round Corners and pre-drilled holes around the door for cable ties.
Recommended for: Springers, Border Collies, Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, Fox Terriers, Basenjis, Keeshonds, Standard Poodles
91cm L x 64cm W x 69cm H OUTSIDE Dimensions (Advertised size)
INSIDE Dimensions (usable capacity) 81cm L x 58cm W x 66cm H
(Actual Crate Weight: 10.43kg)
Note: The 400 Kennel does NOT include a Handle; the latest version has Round Corners and pre-drilled holes around the door for cable ties.
Recommended for: Boxers, Dalmatians, Collies, Airedales, Setters, Australian Shepherds, Dobermans, Chow Chows, Brittany Spaniels, Chinese Shar Peis, English Springer Spaniels
99cm L x 66cm W x 76cm H OUTSIDE Dimensions (Advertised size)
INSIDE Dimensions (usable capacity) 89cm L x 61cm W x 74cm H
(Actual Crate Weight: 12.24kg)
Note: The 500 Kennel DOES NOT come with a Handle; the latest version has Round Corners and pre-drilled holes around the door for cable ties.
Recommended for: Afghans, Labrador Retrievers, Pointers, Shepherds, Rottweilers, Samoyeds, Siberian Huskies
VariKennel or Sky Kennel #700 (Giant)
122cm L x 81cm W x 89cm H OUTSIDE Dimensions (Advertised size)
INSIDE Dimensions (usable capacity) 112cm L x 76cm W x 86cm H
(Actual Crate Weight: 20kg)
Note: The 700 Kennel does NOT have a handle, features Square Corners, and does NOT have pre-drilled holes around the door for cable ties. PetMate has not updated the series 700 with the latest features.
Recommended for: Irish Wolfhounds, Newfoundlands, St. Bernards, Mastiffs, Greyhounds
