Selecting the appropriate size kennel for your furry friend is essential to ensuring a positive crate training experience. Kennels are available in various sizes, ranging from small to extra-large, to suit most dog breeds. So, what makes kennel sizes so important? Picture your pet attempting to stand, turn, or sit in a kennel that doesn’t provide enough space. To determine the ideal kennel size for your dog, measure from the top of their head to the floor and then from the tip of their nose to the base of their tail. The kennel height should be 3-4 inches taller and longer than your pet, allowing enough room for them to stand upright, turn around easily, and lie down comfortably! A kennel that’s too small will cause discomfort, while one that’s too large may encourage your pet to relieve themselves inside.
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 features a handle, square corners, and does NOT include pre-drilled holes around the door for cable ties. PetMate has not yet updated the series 100 with the latest features.
IMPORTANT: As of 1/1/12, British Airways has announced that they will no longer accept the size 100 for any pets. They now require all pets to travel in a 200 – 26″ x 18″ x 19″ or larger kennel, even for smaller 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, and the latest version features 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, and the latest 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 feature a handle, and the newest version includes round corners and pre-drilled holes around the door for cable ties.
Recommended for: Boxers, Dalmatians, Collies, Airedales, Setters, Australian Shepherds, Dobermans, Chow Chows, Brittanys, 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, while the latest version features round corners and pre-drilled holes around the door for cable ties.
Recommended for: Afghans, Labrador Retrievers, Pointers, Shepherds, Rottweilers, Samoyeds, Siberian Huskies
Vari Kennel 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 come with a handle, has square corners, and does NOT include pre-drilled holes around the door for cable ties. PetMate has not yet revamped the series 700 with the latest features.
Recommended for: Irish Wolfhounds, Newfoundlands, St. Bernards, Mastiffs, Greyhounds
