{"product_id":"secure-recovery-crate-uk-recommendation","title":"Pets at Home Double Door Folding Dog Crate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA tool-free folding metal dog crate with two doors, reinforced door edges, a locking slide-bolt, wide openings, a low step-over entrance and removable base pan — a practical controlled-rest option where easy access and cleaning matter.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePets at Home sells this crate in X Small, Small and Medium sizes. For normal dog ownership it is designed as a den-like training and resting space with plenty of visibility and airflow. For an IVDD household, the features that matter most are the \u003cstrong\u003etwo access points, low threshold and removable pan\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this crate different from a basic wire crate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo doors:\u003c\/strong\u003e more freedom to choose which side of the crate is easiest to approach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow step-over entrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e reduces the height a dog has to negotiate at the doorway.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide door opening:\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the handler more room when guiding or supporting a dog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExclusive Lap-lock technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pets at Home says this reinforces the edges of the crate door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlide-bolt latch with locking tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to stop paws manipulating the latch from inside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable crate pan:\u003c\/strong\u003e slides out for easier cleaning after accidents or spills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick tool-free assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e folds and sets up without tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCurrent sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eX Small:\u003c\/strong\u003e H49.5 × W45.5 × D62.9 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall:\u003c\/strong\u003e H54.5 × W49.4 × D78 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e H62.4 × W59.5 × D93.3 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePets at Home’s normal sizing guidance is to measure the dog’s standing height and nose-to-tail-base length and add around 8–10 cm. \u003cstrong\u003eFor prescribed IVDD restriction, however, your veterinary team’s movement instructions take priority over a normal “size up when in doubt” pet-crate rule.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy can a double-door crate be useful with IVDD?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen movement is restricted, getting the dog in and out safely becomes a repetitive part of care. A crate with two openings gives you options: one door may suit the room layout better, allow easier supported transfers or avoid asking a weak dog to turn around before leaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe low step-over is also meaningful. It does not make the crate medically “IVDD-safe”, but it removes an unnecessary high lip at a point where paw clearance and balance may already be poor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe removable tray matters more than it sounds\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccidents, water spills and bladder-control issues can happen during recovery. A tray that slides out makes the base easier to wipe and reset without dismantling the whole crate. Add flat, appropriate bedding and waterproof\/absorbent protection according to the dog’s needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCrate size and strict rest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA normal crate-sizing rule and an IVDD strict-rest prescription are not always the same thing.\u003c\/strong\u003e If your dog has been told to remain in a restricted space, do not automatically choose a bigger crate because it appears more comfortable. The dog should have the amount of movement their veterinary or neurology team has approved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho would we choose this for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn owner looking for a straightforward metal recovery crate in the smaller size range who values \u003cstrong\u003elow access, two doors and easy cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your dog needs a much larger controlled space, another crate may fit better; if the dog has progressed to more movement, an exercise pen may eventually become appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety and setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePets at Home advises removing collars and leads before crating, placing the crate away from direct sun, checking it regularly for damage and ensuring normal welfare needs are met. During IVDD recovery, follow veterinary guidance on water access, supervision, bedding and allowed movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAubenord view\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reason to choose this crate is not the brand name. It is the combination of \u003cstrong\u003etwo-door flexibility, a genuinely low entry, wide opening and removable pan\u003c\/strong\u003e. Those are small design decisions that can make day-to-day restricted care easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent recommendation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aubenord does not sell this product and currently receives no commission from this link. Check Pets at Home for current sizes, specification, price and availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pets at Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43700834828351,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2664\/5734\/files\/900_P72526.jpg?v=1787426799","url":"https:\/\/aubenord.com\/products\/secure-recovery-crate-uk-recommendation","provider":"Aubenord","version":"1.0","type":"link"}