SportPet Designs Sport Pet Large Portable Kennel

Yes, for the right buyer. The SportPet Designs Sport Pet Large Portable Kennel ranks #2 in our Best Dog Crates for Apartments list. Its biggest strength: easiest crate in this list to carry between rooms or to a car. The main caveat: lighter wire gauge than the iCrate, best for calm dogs.

Based on our research it suits apartments, budgets under $80 and anxious dogs. It's ranked #2 of 3 in our Best Dog Crates for Apartments list.

The main trade-offs owners and reviewers point to: lighter wire gauge than the iCrate, best for calm dogs; fewer size options than MidWest's lineup; not rated for dogs that chew or lean hard on the frame.

Lightweight folding wire construction, Carrying handle, Quick fold and setup and Compact stored footprint.

Worth comparing: MidWest iCrate 36-Inch Double Door Dog Crate, MidWest LifeStages 24-Inch Double Door Dog Crate and MidWest LifeStages 30-Inch Single Door Dog Crate. Each ranks near it in our research for a slightly different buyer.

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Heavier wire gauge, secure multi-point latches, and a solid or mostly-covered structure that limits visual stimulation from outside. Anxious dogs often panic when they see movement or hear sounds through open wire sides, and a crate cover paired with a sturdy frame reduces both the visual trigger and the physical risk of a panicked dog bending thin wire or breaking teeth on bars.

Usually yes, partially. A breathable cover over the top and three sides, leaving the front open for airflow and visibility to you, mimics a den and reduces visual triggers. Avoid fully sealing all sides, since dogs still need airflow and a view of an exit path, which itself can reduce panic.