A crate doesn't have to look like a cage in the middle of your living room. Dog crate furniture, kennel end tables, and indoor dog houses give your dog a quiet den while blending in with the rest of the room. Here's how to size one correctly, which style suits which dog, and our picks from budget tent beds to premium wooden cabinets.
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Big enough for your dog to stand up to full height and turn in a circle comfortably. That's the guidance from Animal Humane Society, which also warns that a crate used for house training shouldn't be so big that it has a separate potty and sleeping area. A puppy may need several sizes as it grows.
Measure your dog from nose to the base of the tail and from the floor to the top of the head while standing. Compare those numbers with the interior dimensions of the furniture, not the outside, since thick wooden panels take up space. For wire, soft-sided, and heavy-duty crates, our dog crate and kennel buying guide compares the main types.
It depends on whether you need to close your dog in. A calm adult who uses the crate as a bedroom does well with wooden crate furniture. A chewer or escape artist needs steel. A dog who just wants a den can use an open house or tent bed, and a puppy left for longer stretches needs a pen. Use this chart to compare.
| Type | Best for | Pros | Watch for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crate furniture or end table | Calm, crate-trained dogs in living spaces | Doubles as a table or TV stand; hides the crate look | Wood can be chewed; check weight limits on the top |
| Open indoor dog house or tent | Dogs who like a den but don't need closing in | Cozy, light, easy to move | No confinement |
| Heavy-duty steel kennel | Chewers and escape artists | Strongest option; easy to clean | Looks more industrial |
| Gate or playpen | Puppies and longer stretches alone | More room to move, holds a crate, bed, and water | Takes more floor space |
Prices for each type are in the picks below.
Start with your dog's size, then your room. Check that doors latch securely, that there's airflow on several sides, and that the top can hold whatever you plan to put on it. Then follow the five steps below.
Placement matters as much as the furniture. Animal Humane Society recommends putting the crate in a room where you spend a lot of time, such as the family room or kitchen, and keeping it in or near your bedroom if your dog sleeps in it overnight, so the crate isn't linked with being alone.
These double as end tables, nightstands, or TV stands. Smaller pieces fit puppies and small breeds; the 40" and larger models suit medium dogs, and our premium pick has room for large breeds.
27.5" Rolling Dog Crate Furniture, Rustic Brown
A compact end table on wheels for puppies and small dogs.
$179.66 Shop Now →
Dog Crate Furniture with Sliding Barn Door, Gray
A sliding barn door saves swing space in tight rooms.
$190.46 Shop Now →
Crate Furniture with Charging Station
A nightstand-style crate with a built-in charging station.
$191.99 Shop Now →
Foldable Dog Crate Furniture with Removable Tray
Folds flat for moving and has a slide-out tray for cleanup.
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35.5" Kennel End Table with Bowl Rack, Oak
Crate, end table, and raised feeding station in one.
$235.46 Shop Now →
40" Dog Crate Furniture with Double Doors
Two lockable doors for flexible placement in the room.
$237.99 Shop Now →
47.5" Crate Furniture with Hidden Pull-Out Bowls
A TV-stand-length crate with bowls tucked in a drawer.
$287.99 Shop Now →
Farmhouse Crate Furniture with Flip-Top
Farmhouse styling with a sliding barn door and flip-top.
$355.74 Shop Now →
Heavy-Duty Wooden Crate Furniture, White
A sturdy white cabinet crate for small and medium dogs.
$369.60 Shop Now →
Large Heavy Wooden Double-Door Crate, White
Our premium pick for large dogs who need real room.
$434.28 Shop Now →
If your dog doesn't need to be shut in, an open den is often enough. Tent beds and indoor houses give shy dogs a place to retreat, a crate pad makes any den softer, and a steel kennel is the safe choice for dogs who chew through wood.
Pet Life Hush Puppy Heating and Cooling Pet House
A collapsible indoor house with heating and cooling.
$94.99 Shop Now →
White Wicker Dog House with Canopy
A canopy bed for a sunroom, patio, or bright corner.
$126.88 Shop Now →
37" Stackable Heavy-Duty Dog Kennel
Steel construction for escape artists and strong chewers.
$129.99 Shop Now →
For longer stretches, Animal Humane Society suggests a gated area or pen with the crate door open, plus water, toys, and a potty area. Wooden and fabric gates keep that setup looking like part of the room. Short on space? See our small apartment pet gear guide.
4-Panel Freestanding Wooden Pet Gate
83" of freestanding wood fence that matches furniture.
$85.99 Shop Now →
Milliken Fabric Pet Safety Gate
A soft fabric gate for openings 27.6" to 55" wide.
$149.99 Shop Now →
Big enough for your dog to stand up to full height and turn in a circle comfortably, according to Animal Humane Society. For crate training, it shouldn't be so big that your dog can sleep at one end and potty at the other. Measure your dog standing and lying down before you buy.
For a dog that is calm and already crate trained, wooden crate furniture works well. For a dog that chews or scratches at doors, a steel crate or kennel is sturdier. A dog that panics in any crate needs help from a trainer or vet, not a stronger crate. Check that doors latch securely and there's good airflow on several sides.
In a room where your family spends time, such as the living room or kitchen. Animal Humane Society recommends keeping a crate in or near your bedroom for overnight crating, so your dog doesn't link it with being alone.
Animal Humane Society suggests using your puppy's age in months plus one as the number of hours a puppy can be crated. For longer stretches, set up a gated area or pen with the crate door open, water, toys, and a potty area.
Yes, if you don't need to close your dog in. An open dog house, tent bed, or crate furniture with the doors left open gives your dog a den to rest in. If you need confinement, pair it with a gate or playpen.
Sources: Animal Humane Society, Crate training your dog or puppy, retrieved 2026-10-05. Product sizes vary; check each listing's interior dimensions before you buy.
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