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Petmate Solid Top Cabin Kennel for Dogs & Cats

Petmate Solid Top Cabin Kennel for Dogs & Cats

By Petmate 3 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 75% confidence
3.5 /10
Quality
6.0
Value
5.0
Design
6.5
Function
6.0
Durability
5.5
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In a Nutshell

  • Easy to open and close
  • Bent out of shape and difficult unlock
  • Small pet recommendation

Quick Verdict

The Petmate Solid Top Cabin Kennel is suitable for small pets. However, durability issues and size fit problems reported by users.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 3
Would Recommend 33%
Would Buy Again 33%
Avg Lifespan Problematic opening + closing leading to scratched noses

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Good for Small Pets (1)

    Ease of placing and removing pets.

  • Appropriate Size for Kittens (1)

    Most fitting for small kittens.

Cons

  • Issues Handling and Durability (2) major

    Cabin comes slightly askew and locks slides fiddly.

  • Incorrect Product Advertisement (1) major

    Not suitable for cats and dogs after all. Too small for medium-sized cats.

Who Is This For?

✓ Best For

  • • Small pets — The carrier would fit small animals like rabbits small kittens, but large animals obviously experience a lot of discomfort.

✗ Skip If

  • • People with medium or large pets — It only fits in kittens.
  • • Those looking for durability — The solid construction of the Cabin made, has a bit of flawed manufacturing

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Few months - Somersaults

Factors: manufacturing flaw due to bending

Cleaning Methods

✗ Machine wash
✗ Hand wash
✗ Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

✓ Hardwood
✓ Tile
✓ Carpet
✓ Vinyl
✓ Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.7
3 reviews
5★
33%
4★
0%
3★
67%
2★
0%
1★
0%
durability (1) ease of use (2) size (1) locks (1)

Common Questions

Will this fit a medium-sized cat?

No, it is only suitable for very small kittens.

Is it easy to open and close?

No, users have reported difficulty due to a manufacturing defect.

Is it durable?

Mixed reviews; some users have reported issues with durability.

Does it come in different sizes?

Not mentioned in the reviews, so it might not have multiple options.

Highlighted Reviews

— Kelly 1 found helpful

"This carrier is great for small animals such as rabbits. Easy to get them in and out with getting hurt"

— Jodyanna

"This will not fit a large or even medium cat it is for kittens only. It should not be advertised for dogs and cats."

Bottom Line

Great pick for cats/kittens or small animals. I personally would look at other brands for larger pets. I had the product for a while prior that was problematic

3.5 /10
— Average

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