MONDAY, JAN. 26, 2009

Midwest iCrate or Life Stages? What's The Difference?

These crates are both folding wire dog crates in size for dogs 11 - 110 lbs that include both a divider panel and the ABS plastic pan. This leads many people to ask: "What's the difference between a Midwest iCrate and Life Stages dog crate?"

Midwest iCrate Dog Crate

Midwest Life Stages Dog Crate

iCrate vs. Life Stages Similarities

• Fold and Carry Design
• Black E-Coat Finish
• Specified (by the manufacturer) as "Medium Strength"
• Include Free Divider Panel
• ABS Plastic Pan Included
• Same Wire Gauge
• Folds Without Tools

iCrate and Life Stages Folding Sequence

• Both Have Single and Two Door Forms

Midwest iCrate Double Door Dog Crate

Midwest Life Stages Double Door Dog Crate

iCrate vs. Life Stages Differences

• Some iCrate Models (1518 - 1536) Are Narower and Lower Than the Life Stages
• The Wire Grid is Closer Together on the Life Stages
• The Bars Are Closer Together on the Life Stages
• The Life Stages Models are a Little Stonger and a Little Heavier

So, Which to Buy?

It really depends on your budget and preference. If you are price sensistive, or want a lighter product, then the iCrate is for you. If you prefer a stronger product and don't mind the extra weight, or spending a little more money, the Life Stages is for you.

Now you just have to decide which model is right for you:

• iCrate Single Door Dog Crate
• iCrate Double Door Dog Crate
• Life Stages Single Door Dog Crate
• Life Stages Double Door Dog Crate

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MONDAY, JAN. 19, 2009

Update: October 2009 The Life Stages Ultima Dog Crate is no longer available and has been replaced by the Midwest Ultima Pro 700 Series Triple Door Folding Dog Crate. The Ultima Pro 700 Series is not manufactured in the USA.

Heavy Duty Construction	Three Door Design
This crate is the ultimate in versatility, hence the name "Ultima". Three doors provide multiple ways to access your crate. One end door hinges on the left, the other on the right and there is a side door. The crate is equally at home in the room, between two pieces of furniture or in the back of your SUV or wagon. The Ultima dog crate includes a free divider panel. This allows you to adjust the size of the crate as your dog grows from puppy to adult. The ABS pan is included and makes it easy to clean up after your pet. This is the only crate you'll ever need!
Easy Folding Sequence - No Tools Required The crate folds easily and includes carrying handles so you can move it from house to vehicle in seconds.

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Update: October 2009 The Life Stages Ultima Dog Crate is no longer available and has been replaced by the Midwest Ultima Pro 700 Series Triple Door Folding Dog Crate. The Ultima Pro 700 Series is not manufactured in the USA.

MONDAY, JAN. 12, 2009

Extra Large - 48 Inch - Folding Dog Crates

We offer a range of folding extra large dog crates that can be confusing to some people. Although they all fold, the differences are in the strength, finish, number of doors and the country of manufacture.

iCrate 1548 Single Door Light duty, black electro-coat, single door (on the end)	iCrate 1548DD Double Door Light duty, black electro-coat, two door (end and side)
Life Stages 1648 Single Door Medium duty, black electro-coat, single door (on the end)	Life Stages 1648DD Double Door Medium duty, black electro-coat, two door (end and side)
Life Stages Ultima Triple Door Made in USA, heavy duty, galvanized, three door (each end and one side)	Select Triple Door Heavy duty, powder coated, three door (each end and one side)

They are made in China with the exception of the Life Stages Ultima LS-1648UL.

You can find all of our extra large dog crates on this page: Extra Large Folding Crates.

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MONDAY, JAN. 05, 2009

At Last a Two Door Colossal Dog Crate

Yeah, we love big dogs too! There's something great about giving fido a squeeze and having to put your arms all round him for a hug!

We've been selling the Midwest 1154U Big Dog Crate for some time, but people ask us about a big crate with two doors. So we're proud to announce the Solutions Series 54" Double Door Dog Crate

So Why Two Doors?

With the additional door on the side, you have more flexibility in how you place the crate. Maybe you want to put the crate flat against the wall in the corner of the room. Perhaps you want to squeeze it between two pieces of furniture. Whatever your reasons, the two door giant dog crate offers flexibility for you, your home and your pet.

So Why the Price Difference for an Extra Door?

There are some differences between the two giant crates. The Solutions Two Door crate is an extra two inches wider, includes the pan, and has an extra door on the side. The additional weight and size means that the package is much more expensive to ship than the regular 1154U Giant Dog Crate.

Click on the picture below to take you to the product information page for the Midwest Solutions 'Ginormus' Double Door Dog Crate.

 

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