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Cats are mischievous little creatures. They are the boss in the house; they are the undeclared master of the house. They love to roam freely in the house, treating it like a jungle and exploring every crevice of it—beneath every bed and couch and atop every cupboard, bookshelf, and refrigerator as if they were trees.
We love our cats and their mischiefs. Therefore, when they break a thing or two while rambling around the house, we do not mind. And when a friend suggests getting a cat kennel, we think, “why would our furry friend need a cat kennel?” But in reality, a cat kennel can be very beneficial for both cats and their loving parents. A good cat kennel assuring your cat’s safety when you are not around—probably at work all day—will give you peace of mind.
Best Cat Kennels
Cat owners have a litany of options when it comes to cat kennels. But finding a cat kennel that suits your needs and that of your feline friends is a pretty hectic task. To help you find the right cat kennel for your furry friend, our product research team has picked some of the best cat kennels that are loved both by cats and their cat parents.
1. Prevue Pet Products Premium/Deluxe Cat Home, Black
Key Features
Material: Plastic and metal
Suitable for: Can house two cats
Item Weight: 38 pounds
Item Dimensions: 43.25 x 25.25 x 44.88 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #21 in Cat Kennels
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Can easily house multiple cats
Comes with two lock-in platforms and a large hammock for your cat to lounge in Hammock and platform pads can be easily washed in a machine Very easy to assemble and clean Ample space to add cat toys, a scratching post, litter box, and cat water and food bowl, etc. A strong, sturdy, and stable foundation |
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The slide-out plastic base would have made cleaning quite easier
Few users complain that on moving, its wheels fall off There is some rattling when a cat jumps from one platform to another |
2. Amazon Basics 3-Tier Large Cat Kennel
Key Features
Material: Plastic and metal
Suitable for: Can house two cats
Item Weight: 37.4 lbs
Item Dimensions: 35.8 x 22.4 x 50.6 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1 in Cat Kennels
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#1 best seller in cat kennels—highly rated, best cat kennel that you can get at such a reasonable price
Absurdly easy to set up, but it’s a bit trickier to remove the bottom tray to clean Can house multiple cats Come with three locked-in platforms offering ample vertical space for playing and resting You can easily fold it down for compact storage and transport Wheels make it easier to move around, and the locking mechanism on the wheels helps in keeping it in one place |
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There is rattling noise every time the cat jumps from one level to another
Platforms are sturdy but not much comfortable You will need a small cat kennel or carrier if you have to take your cat outside—to a vet or for traveling |
3. Petmate Sky Kennel Pet Carrier
Key Features
Material: Blend
Suitable for: Cats and small dogs weighing up to 15 lbs
Item Weight: 5.6 lbs
Item Dimensions: 21 x 16 x 15 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1 in Cat Hard-Sided Carriers
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Highly rated and trusted brand—Petmate has been manufacturing kennels for over 50 years
360-degree ventilation—fresh air and visibility from all four sides Comes with travel necessities, including 2 live animal stickers, clips on bowls, and ID stickers Has a carrying handle at the top for easier carrying Durability—tough plastic shell, rust-resistant wing-nuts, sturdy steel wires, and interlocking doors Features four-way vault doors to make sure that doors stay in place |
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Great ventilation from all four sides, but privacy is compromised—cats like their privacy
A user claims in her review that it does not meet airline requirements For air travel, you will have to replace plastic bolts and nuts with metallic Good cat carrier but not a good choice if you are planning on enclosing your cat in it every day when you go to work |
4. Petnation Port-A-Crate Indoor and Outdoor Home for Pets
Key Features
Material: Weaved mesh fabric and steel frame
Suitable for: For pets up to 35 pounds
Item Weight: 15.12 lbs
Item Dimensions: 28 x 20 x 20 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #5 in Cat Kennels
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Easy to set up and fold without any tools
Two doors—at top and front—allow easier access Material is water-resistant, so you can easily clean up and remove odor and stain with some stain or odor remover By removing the cover of the steel frame, you can just throw it in the washing machine with other laundry You can set it up indoors as well as outdoors. it’s perfect for cat traveling and family vacations Industrial strength zippers to ensure the safety and protection of your pet |
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Some users find measuring their pet size a bit difficult and end up ordering a wrong-sized cat kennel
There are no loops to secure it with a seat belt There are no carry straps, so carrying it around is a bit difficult The fabric is not as sturdy as advertised—stubborn pets can easily claw and chew through walls |
5. Aivituvin Wooden Cat House Outdoor and Indoor
Key Features
Material: Cypress Fir Wood
Suitable for: 2 to 3 cats
Item Weight: 64.5 lbs.
Item Dimensions: 31.5 x 31.5 x 70.9 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #29 in Cat Kennels
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Four wheels with brake casters make it easier to move around
Spacious enough to house 2 to 3 cats Offers ample vertical space for your cat to relaxed and play Two big front doors and two easy to pull-up doors allow you to easily get to your cat inside 3 level platforms and a resting space at the top make it a fun condo for cats Foundational PVC layer can be easily removed for cleaning Waterproof asphalt roof allow you to put it outside on lawn—your cat would love to watch birds |
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Packaging is not good—users complain about deep scratches during shipment
A cat can easily scratch the paint coat, taking away the premium look of it Pieces are not labeled making it difficult for some users to assemble |
Why Get a Cat Kennel?
We all love our cats; we all think that we do not need to enclose our four-legged friends in kennels. But sometimes, it is the best way to ensure the safety of your cat. Below we have discussed several situations where a cat kennel might come in handy.
Bringing Home a New Cat
If you are introducing a new feline family member in the house, it is best that you don’t release her directly to your house. The cat will be afraid and stressed because of the unfamiliar surroundings. Consequently, she may end up doing some damage to you, other family members, furniture in the house, or even herself. Therefore, you should bring home the cat in a kennel and let her spend some time in there. With time in the cat kennel, the kitty will get familiar with you and the surrounding.
Once you think that the cat is comfortable with her surroundings and with you being around, you can try releasing her. You should make sure that the cat still has access to the cat kennel so that if she feels uncomfortable, insecure, or unsafe, she can come back to her haven—cat kennel.
Safe Haven When There Are Guests at Home
Most cats lose their cool when there are strangers in the house. For such cats, it is advised that they do not come in direct contact with guests as the cat may attack guests, thinking of them as intruders. Therefore, it is best that you put your furry friend in a cat kennel when expecting guests, ensuring the safety of both your guests and your cat.
Traveling With Cat
No matter if you are planning on taking your cat to your vet or travel with your cat to your favorite destination, you will find a lightweight but durable and portable cat kennel useful. There is no other safe way to take a cat to a vet. Cats just go crazy as soon as you put them in a car. Putting the cat in a cat kennel when traveling ensures the safety of our feline friends and also safe us from potential road accidents.
You Are Not Home
Most of us are working cat parents. We cannot be around our cats all time. And hiring a cat sitter to company our cats when we are at work just does not always seem feasible. But leaving the cat unattended—free to roam in the house also does not sound good.
The best solution is to invest in a large cat kennel that will restrict our cats from roaming freely in the house but provide ample room for them to move around and climb up perches. Just make sure that the cat has access to her food, water, and litter box. You may leave some cat toys in the cat kennel for your cat to stay engaged.
