By the Amazon Picks Desk, Canada News Media. We research products from real Amazon.ca listings, specifications, owner reviews and expert reviews; we have not tested them ourselves.
The best dog crate in Canada for most owners is the Amazon Basics 30-inch double-door wire crate, which Amazon.ca lists at $70.69 with a 4.6-star rating. Small dogs fit the 24-inch version at $53.53, and large breeds need the 48-inch model at $132.80. The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association is the place to ask about crate use for your own dog, and the maker’s page at MidWest Homes for Pets shows its sizing chart.
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Updated Nov. 9, 2026. Prices checked on Amazon.ca on Nov. 9, 2026 and may change.
Dog crates compared
| Pick | Price | Key specs from the listing | Rating (reviews) | Sold by | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Basics Foldable Dog Metal Crate, Double Door, 24 inches | $53.53 | 24 x 18 x 20 in, divider, tray, top handle | 4.6 (9,852) | Amazon.ca | puppies and small breeds |
| Amazon Basics Foldable Metal Wire Dog Crate, Double Door, 30 inch | $70.69 | 30 x 19 x 21 in, divider, tray, top handle | 4.6 (9,852) | Amazon.ca | medium dogs |
| Amazon Basics Durable, Foldable Metal Wire Dog Crate, Double Door, 48 x 30 x 32.5 in | $132.80 | fits pets under 46 x 28.5 in, front and side doors, divider | 4.6 (2,376) | Amazon.ca | large breeds |
| MidWest Ultima Pro Series Dog Crate, 90.5 x 55.7 x 62 cm | $159.97 | 19.5 kg, dogs 18.6 to 31.75 kg, heavy wire gauge, roller feet | 4.3 (2,443) | Amazon.ca | strong chewers and escape artists |
| Amazon Basics Portable Folding Soft Dog Travel Crate, 66 cm | $67.25 | soft-sided, dogs up to 11.31 kg, top and front doors | 4.4 (18.2K) | Amazon.ca | small dogs on trips |
Note: the 24-inch and 30-inch Amazon Basics crates share one review total on Amazon.ca, so the same 9,852 ratings appear for both. Sizes and weights are as the listings state them, in the units each seller uses.
Our dog crate picks
No. 1, best for medium dogs and most first-time owners: Amazon Basics 30-inch double-door wire crate.
This is the crate to start with if your dog is somewhere around beagle to border collie size. The listing gives 30 by 19 by 21 inches, double front and side doors, a divider, a sturdy base tray, a top carry handle and manual locks. It folds flat for storage and the plastic tray slides out for cleaning. The divider matters for puppies, because you can shrink the space now and open it up as the dog grows. Wire crates are noisy and open, so many owners drape a cover over them. Price on Amazon.ca on Nov. 9, 2026: $70.69, rated 4.6 stars from 9,852 ratings, shipped and sold by Amazon.ca.
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No. 2, best for puppies and small breeds: Amazon Basics 24-inch double-door wire crate.
The 24-inch size is built for small dogs and young puppies. The listing gives 24 by 18 by 20 inches, the same double-door layout, divider, tray and handle as the 30-inch model, with manual locks and a flat fold. Amazon.ca showed a limited-time deal on Nov. 9, with a list price of $62.98. The trade-off is growth: a puppy of a larger breed will outgrow it in months, so buy the size for the adult dog and use the divider. Price on Amazon.ca on Nov. 9, 2026: $53.53, rated 4.6 stars from 9,852 ratings, shipped and sold by Amazon.ca.
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No. 3, best for large breeds: Amazon Basics 48-inch double-door wire crate.
For a Labrador, Rottweiler or Great Dane, the listing describes a 48-inch crate for pets under 46 by 28.5 inches, with front and side doors, a divider and a manual locking mechanism, sold in 48 x 30 x 32.5 inch dimensions. It sets up quickly and folds flat. A crate this size is awkward to move, so measure the door frames in your home first. Amazon.ca showed a limited-time deal on Nov. 9, with a list price of $156.24. Price on Amazon.ca on Nov. 9, 2026: $132.80, rated 4.6 stars from 2,376 ratings, shipped and sold by Amazon.ca.
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No. 4, best for strong chewers and escape artists: MidWest Ultima Pro Series dog crate, 90.5 x 55.7 x 62 cm.
This is the heavy-duty pick. The listing gives 90.5 by 55.7 by 62 centimetres, a weight of 19.5 kilograms and a stated range of 18.6 to 31.75 kilograms for the dog, with heavier wire gauges than a standard crate, a free divider panel, a leak-proof plastic pan and floor-protecting roller feet. It has a 4.3-star rating, the lowest of the five, and costs more than twice the 30-inch Amazon Basics crate. It makes sense for a dog that has bent or pushed out of lighter wire, not for a calm first-time crate user. Price on Amazon.ca on Nov. 9, 2026: $159.97, rated 4.3 stars from 2,443 ratings, shipped and sold by Amazon.ca.
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No. 5, best for small dogs on trips: Amazon Basics portable folding soft dog travel crate, 66 cm.
For car trips, hotel stays and visits to family, a soft crate packs away and sets up without tools. The listing describes a 66-centimetre folding crate for small dogs up to 11.31 kilograms, with top and front doors, mesh windows for ventilation on all four sides, zippered closures, a PVC frame and polyester fabric. It is not a chewer’s crate, because fabric will not hold a determined dog. The listing text we read does not mention crash testing, so treat it as a carrier for the destination, not as a safety restraint. Amazon.ca showed a list price of $79.12 on Nov. 9. Price on Amazon.ca on Nov. 9, 2026: $67.25, rated 4.4 stars from about 18,200 ratings, shipped and sold by Amazon.ca.
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How we chose
We searched Amazon.ca for “dog crate wire folding” on Nov. 9, 2026 and opened the listings we considered the same day. We kept crates rated 4.3 stars or higher with at least 2,000 ratings, and only listings shipped and sold by Amazon.ca. We left out third-party sellers, listings with very few reviews, furniture-style crates priced above $145 and a MidWest iCrate that showed as temporarily out of stock. Specifications come from the listings. We did not test any product, and we did not rely on individual owner reviews for this guide.
What size dog crate does my dog need?
A crate should be big enough for the dog to stand, turn around and lie down, and no bigger than that for a puppy that is being house trained. Measure your dog from nose to the base of the tail and from the floor to the top of the head, then add a few centimetres. The 48-inch Amazon Basics listing says it fits pets under 46 by 28.5 inches, and the MidWest Ultima Pro lists a dog weight range of 18.6 to 31.75 kilograms. If a listing gives a weight or length range, follow it, and ask your veterinarian if you are unsure.
Wire crate or soft crate?
A wire crate is the usual choice for the home. It is open for air and light, the tray cleans easily and it folds flat. A soft crate is lighter and easier to carry, and it suits a calm small dog on trips, but a dog that chews or scratches can get through fabric. If your dog has done that, the heavier wire of the MidWest Ultima Pro is the better fit.
When is the best time to buy in Canada?
Black Friday falls on Nov. 27 this year, and Boxing Day and Prime Big Deal Days are the other big Canadian sales periods. Pet products are often discounted in those windows, but we cannot say that any listed pick will be cheaper, and the prices above are the ones we saw on Nov. 9, 2026. If you are bringing a puppy home soon, buy now and compare the price again on the product page.
Who it’s for, and who should skip it
A crate suits owners who want a safe, defined space for a puppy, a place for a dog to rest or a way to manage a dog at home. It is not a place to leave a dog for long stretches, and a dog should never be shut in as punishment. If your dog panics in a crate, talk to your veterinarian or a trainer before buying one.
Frequently asked questions
What size dog crate for a large dog?
Large breeds usually need a 48-inch crate. The Amazon Basics 48-inch listing says it fits pets under 46 by 28.5 inches, such as a Labrador, Rottweiler or Great Dane.
Should a dog crate have one door or two?
Two doors give you more ways to place the crate, because one can face a wall. The Amazon Basics and MidWest Ultima Pro picks here are double-door models.
What does the divider panel do?
A divider shrinks the usable space for a puppy and can be moved as the dog grows. Every wire crate in this guide includes one.
Can I use a soft crate for a dog that chews?
A soft crate is made of fabric and mesh, so a dog that chews or scratches can damage it. A metal wire crate is the sturdier choice.
Do wire dog crates fold flat?
Yes. The wire crates in this guide fold flat for storage and carrying, and the plastic tray slides out for cleaning.
Sources: the Amazon.ca listings for the five products above, read on Nov. 9, 2026; MidWest Homes for Pets; Canadian Veterinary Medical Association.
Related reading: our guides to the best heated dog bed in Canada, the best dog winter coats and the best pet camera with no subscription.
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