MidWest Folding Protecting Leak Proof Intermediate
Best for: budget-conscious owners of well-behaved large dogs who need portable training crates for travel and temporary containment
Check price on Amazon— $68.99Pros
- Leak-proof pan prevents accidents from soaking through — critical for house-training large puppies and incontinent seniors
- Folds completely flat to 42×28×6 inches — fits easily in car trunks or closets when not in use
- Double-door design allows placement against walls or in corners — more flexible room setup than single-door models
Cons
- Wire construction is not chew-proof — heavy chewers can bend bars or escape within weeks of use
- Plastic pan can crack with aggressive jumping or large dogs over 100 lbs — replacement pans cost $15-20
- No wheels included — moving a fully assembled 42-inch crate requires two people or significant effort
Full review
The 42-inch intermediate size fits dogs weighing 70-90 lbs comfortably — think Labs or Golden Retrievers in their adult prime. The leak-proof plastic pan is the standout feature here. Owners report that house-training accidents stay contained; water doesn't seep through to your car trunk or bedroom floor. The crate folds completely flat to just 42×28×6 inches, meaning it actually fits in a sedan's trunk without dominating the space. The double-door design gives you placement flexibility — you can position it against a wall, in a corner, or in the middle of a room without losing access. A divider panel is included, useful if you're raising a puppy and want to gradually increase the usable space as they grow.
Here's where the compromises show. Wire construction is not chew-proof. Owners of aggressive chewers report bent bars within weeks; some dogs escape by bending the frame enough to squeeze through. The plastic pan, while leak-proof, can crack if a large dog over 100 lbs jumps repeatedly or lands hard — replacement pans run $15-20 each. Moving the assembled crate requires two people or genuine effort; there are no wheels, and the 42-inch width makes it awkward to maneuver through doorways alone.
Rating Scores:
- Safety: 8.1
- Durability: 7.2
- Ease of Cleaning: 8.8
- Pet Acceptance: 7.9
- Value: 9.2
MidWest Folding Protecting Leak Proof Intermediate
budget-conscious owners of well-behaved large dogs who need portable training crates for travel and temporary containment
