Midwest Life Stages Single-Door Folding Metal Dog Crate

by Midwest Homes for Pets

• Exceptionally versatile single-door dog crate with adjustable divider panel
• Safe and secure slide-bolt latches; 1-1/2-by-5-1/2-inch mesh; rounded corners
• Easily sets up and folds down for storage and portability; 2 plastic handles
• Durable satin-black electro-coat finish; ABS-plastic pan included
• Measures 42 by 28 by 31 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 42 x 28 x 31 inches ; 42 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 44.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00063MQMG
• Item model number: 1642-1P
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (432 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,034 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)
  • #55 in Pet Supplies > Dogs > Houses, Kennels & Pens > Crates & Kennels > Kennels

Product Description

Size: 42"L x 28"W x 31"H

Amazon.com

LifeStages® single-door and double door dog crates by MidWest Homes for Pets® are designed completely around the safety, security, and comfort of your dog. LifeStages® crates set up easily in seconds, do not require tools, and can be assembled by almost anyone. Features include safe and secure slide-bolt latches, rounded corners, a durable satin-black Electro-Coat finish, and a removable, washable plastic pan for easy cleanup in the event of an accident. LifeStages® crates also come with a free divider panel for use while your puppy is growing. Simply choose the size of crate that your dog will need when it reaches its full adult size. The divider panel will allow you to adjust the length of the living area while your puppy grows, keeping the living space small enough to reduce the chance of your puppy eliminating in one end and sleeping in the other. LifeStages® crates easily fold down to a portable size for suitcase-style carrying and include plastic carrying handles to move the folded crate from one location to another comfortably. LifeStages® carry a one-year limited warranty and are available in six sizes: 22in, 24in, 30in, 36in, 42in, and 48in.

Rounded Corners

Easy to fold down for travel and storage

Product Features

• Fold and carry configuration
• Easily sets up and folds down in seconds
• No tools required
• Safe and secure slide-bolt latches
• Rounded corners for your pet's protection
• Detachable plastic carrying handles for transporting the folded crate
• Attractive, durable satin-black Electro-Coat finish

Midwest Wire Crates Comparison

Features	iCrate Single Door	iCrate Double Door	LifeStages Single Door	Lifestages Double Door	Ultima Pro
Wire Gauge of Mesh	10, 11, 12	9, 12	11, 12	7, 8, 9, 11, 12	7, 9, 11
Mesh spacing	1-1/2" by 3-3/8" to 1-1/2" by 6"	1-1/2" by 5" to 1-1/2" by 7-7/8"	1-3/8" by 4-1/4" to 1-1/2" by 6"	1-3/8" by 4-1/4" to 1-1/2" by 6"	1-1/2" by 3" to 1-1/2" by 5"
Weights	8 to 40 lbs	8 to 43 lbs	10 to 48 lbs	10 to 48 lbs	24 to 59 lbs
1 Door
2 Door
3 Door
Rounded Panel Corners
Fold n' Carry Suitcase style
Composite Plastic Pan
Plastic Carrying Handles
Slide Bolt Latch
Divider Panel Included
Rubber Non-Skid, Non-Scuff Feet
No Tools Required
Satin Black Electro-Coated Finish
Fleck-Tone Pewter Epoxy Powder Coated Finish
Black Powder Coated Finish
Removable Doors
Ventilation and Visibility
Training Video Included
Fits Heritage Tabletop	24-, 36-, 42-inch sizes	24-, 36-, 42-inch sizes	24-, 36-, 42-inch sizes	24-, 36-, 42-inch sizes	24-, 36-, 42-inch sizes
Cuts Housebreaking Time in Half

Product Description

Designed completely for the safety, security, and comfort of your dog, the Midwest Life Stages Pet Crate sets up anywhere in minutes with no tools required. You can also fold it up easily for quick storage or to take it somewhere else. An included divider panel helps cut housebreaking time in half by keeping your puppy from eliminating in one end of the crate and sleeping in the other. The single-door crate with a satin black Electro-Coat finish also comes with an easy-cleaning ABS plastic pan, comfortable plastic carrying handles, and secure slide-bolt latches to keep your pet safely inside. The corners are rounded for extra security. Ideal for pets 71 to 90 pounds. Measures 42 x 28 x 31 inches.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

66 of 68 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful crate. December 3, 2007

By J. Gunther

Size Name:48"L x 30"W x 33"H|Amazon Verified Purchase

I am very pleased with this crate. It erected easily within moments, is extremely sturdy and big enough for all but, possibly, the giant breeds. My Rottweiler can lie down stretched out, if that is her preference, and can stand up without hunching over. She loves this crate far better than her plastic airline type crate as she has better visibility and I believe that she feels less confined. It is also much cooler in the heat of the summer than the plastic crate.

The only caveat that I would add is, if your pooch is an escape artist, you might want to put an additional clip or two on the door. The fasteners are fine for most dogs but I know my Border Collie would figure a way to open that door in no time flat. This is not a major criticism, by any means---I heartily recommend this crate. Also, the price is good when you consider the free shipping. I've seen this item listed for much less money but by the time you add the shipping (this crate is heavy!), you will pay the same or more. Also, it arrived in about a week so no complaints there.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice Crate June 13, 2008

By B. Erard

Size Name:36"L x 24"W x 27"H

This is a nice dog crate. It folds up easily to transport. It includes a divider, so that one can adjust the size of the crate as the puppy grows. The divider is a bit of a pain to install and adjust, but it works well. The crate also has a pull out tray at the bottom. The tray is easy to remove for cleaning. The crate also has some removable handles. They work well when the crate is set up and you want to move it across the room, but I haven't found a good way to attach the handles when the crate is folded up. Overall, I am happy with the purchase, and delivery was very fast.

51 of 59 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars JB Wholesale Pet Supplies February 8, 2008

By P. A. Hughes

Size Name:36"L x 24"W x 27"H

On December 5, I bought a 36/24/27, single door, dog crate to prepare for our lab puppy to be picked up on Christmas Eve. Do to unfortunate circumstances, our puppy came home on December 8th! The following day the Midwest Life Stages Crate arrived - I was so very happy to receive it so soon. I noticed the pan had been cracked in shipping and notified the seller, JB Wholesale Pet Supplies.

Not only did JB Wholesale Pet Supplies, send a replacement pan right out in the mail, but they actually called me on the phone and apologized for any inconvenience, talked with me about puppy training, and wished us well with our new puppy.

The crate training is working well, the Lab is safe and our socks get respite! The Life stages divider is really a good idea. I would certainly do business with J. B. Wholesale Pet Supplies again - what a great company!

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars Sturdy but sharp point inside cage February 4, 2011

By Phyllis

Size Name:30"L x 21"W x 24"H|Amazon Verified Purchase

I was disappointed to find many sharp and rough edges inside the cage. As I purchased this for a puppy, I was very concerned that she would get injured inside the cage.

The cage is sturdy and I was excited at first to see it, but after assembling it, I reached inside the cage to measure the bottom pan and tore my shirt on one the edges.

I'm sorry, I just cannot recommend this product.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Well Made to Save Your Home November 16, 2009

By S. Faulk VINE™ VOICE

Size Name:42"L x 28"W x 31"H|Amazon Verified Purchase

I looked at several brands and types of crates for my soon to arrive Doberman puppy before deciding on this one. I was considering a soft crate as an option but after I spoke with a few people who had their puppy chew right through them I decided that would be a bad choice. I couldn't see a reason to have multiple doors so I decided the single door Midwest seemed like the best solution for me.
I purchased a size he can grow into when he is older because even as an adult my dogs use a crate for a peaceful area of rest and safety. Most crates now days do come with a divider and the one that comes with this crate works well but it will take a minute or two of wrestling with it to put it in place. Although this crate is a larger size is was very simple and quick to set up and is plenty sturdy. The door opens, closes and locks smoothly. The tray in the bottom is easily removed if needed and the crate doesn't rattle or shake. It is not a crate you would want to pack on a trip due to the weight and size unless you had a BIG motor home but for home use it is perfect. The dog bed that Midwest offers for this crate is a good option and seems sturdy enough for the money (we have washed in three times in a few weeks with no wear and tear).
I would just like to close this review by reminding anyone that is considering crate training to PLEASE do it! Your dog will be happier, you will house break him/her quicker and you will be able to control the time you have to watch your best friend so they don't get into anything harmful that could cause serious injury.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth the money spent November 3, 2008

By Doug Walker

Size Name:42"L x 28"W x 31"H|Amazon Verified Purchase

I have had other dog crates in the past but this one is far from the normal. The plastic tray is not cheap it is a sturdy durable tray that slides out easy and is easy to clean. The crate folds up and assembles easier then other crates that I have had and the door is fitted and closes and latches perfectly. Once the crate is folded it has another set of latches to keep it closed to make moving and storage of the crate easy. No matter what size you get do yourself a favor and purchase this brand. For the money there isn't anything on the market any better..

39 of 47 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars WARNING: Crate Injured My Dog!! June 28, 2010

By M. Anderson

I have a large icrate with a divider panel. I do love this crate, however the hooks and edges are very sharp. Today I took the divider panel out so I could collapse the crate to give to friend who is watching my puppy while I'm out of town. I leaned the panel against the bedroom door and my puppy came up to investigate. As she backed up, a hook went COMPLETELY THROUGH HER EYELID. After a couple seconds of her screaming in pain I managed to get her calm enough to carefully slide the hook back out and rush her to the vet. Fortunately the hook did not injure her eye but she has a bloody gash in her eyelid and it's very swollen. She's going to have to be on antibiotics for the next week. Vet visit cost $120, half of which was for the emergency status of the visit and the other half for the antibiotics. The hooks need to be rounded off or filed down.