Field & Stream 36 in. Heavy-Duty Collapsible Travel Dog Kennel

Not safe. Please see picture. So much for heavy duty. :(

Great crate with some design flaws.

Built like a tank. The latch works if you latch it. Some dogs escaped after their humans didn’t.....clever dogs. Feels intentionally designed so kids don’t get stuck inside. Close it properly and it’s Fort Fido.

I bought the Field & Stream Dog Kennel from TSC, and overall I’m very impressed with the build quality. It feels solid, sturdy, and well made, and it seems like it should hold up very well over time. My biggest complaint is the weight. At 77 pounds, this kennel is extremely heavy and not something you’ll want to move around often. If you need portability or expect to load it in and out of a vehicle by yourself, that is definitely something to consider. That said, if you want a tough, well-built kennel and don’t mind the extra weight, this is a great option. I’ve seen some of the negative reviews, and honestly, I’m confused if we’re even talking about the same kennel. I’m usually not a fan of retailer-exclusive products, but TSC seems to have gotten this one right. The kennel appears rugged and durable, with quality construction throughout. The interior measures 24" x 30", and my 65-pound Labrador fits comfortably with plenty of room. It also comes with two keys, and the door locks securely when needed. I made a few modifications to mine, including vent hole covers for the lower vents made from 1/8" Kydex, and I replaced the screws with tri-fold rivets. The Field & Stream badge is aluminum. I flipped mine over and made a name plate out of it for my dog "Boone". Just covered it in adhesive vinyl and had my wife use the Cricut to cut the letters for his name out. Overall, this kennel has been a very good buy for me.

Awful purchase. Dog escaped this kennel within an hour of being in it. Will not recommend, especially for 400$

I’ve done everything correctly and my dog is still breaking out of her crate and I can’t figure out how!

Great idea poorly executed.the door hinge is junk screwed into plastic .you see and you are like wow this thing looks durable but not so much .my dog stayed in it a couple hours and had the door open then pulled the door through the frame another time don’t waste your money

It’s Missing a Bolt

Great kennel for dogs that have separation anxiety and chew through the metal crates! As for all the reviews saying there pup ca just open the door is user error the door latch folds back into the door to keep you pet from pawing/nudging and the latch from the inside making it impossible for them to turn. This is the first crate I’ve actually been able to leave my dog in comfortably without being worried he was going to injure himself!

At first glance this crate seems like a good buy. Sturdy, and secure for those dogs who will chew open wire crates. However, it took our dog very little time to figure out that she could open it. The mechanism for the door is fairly easy for the dog to manipulate. If you have a dog that has rocks for brain cells, this may be what you need. If your dog has a brain, then don't buy it. Other factors to consider is the weight and portability of this thing. It's freaking heavy to be plastic and if you do a lot of traveling, keep in mind you may need a 2nd person to help you manhandle it. Sure, it folds down, but it doesn't really make it a whole lot easier to get it where you need it. I don't recommend this crate.

At first glance seems to be a very well made kennel. Heavy duty and easy to assemble. My GSP broke out of it within the first day of being in it. All a dog has to do is push down on the latch and they can get it open. Super disappointed in this as it is literally advertising to people with gsp’s on the box.

During the holidays our Dog decided to break a normal simple metal cage because of the fireworks while at a family party. So we dont have money for those crazy expensive cages that have mixed reviews. So after some research found this and liked it was portable and smaller then last cage. Our dog had no issue with it and was perfect size. It does weight a hefty amount but it's manageable to even go up and down stairs while flat and pop up can be done solo but easier with 2 people. The little bolts that hold the front and back I feel are small but haven't had any issues. My biggest issue is the bracket that holds the door shut is designed that if you dog wants to open the door they just have to get a paw or claw on the bracket and move down. So only way to keep the dog from breaking out is to lock it with the key so makes it annoying to have to have key every time

With this kennel being new to the market, it was hard to make a decision on purchasing this one over the others on the market. But after research, I believe this kennel holds up to the standards of big nam brands such as gunner and impact. Its construction is extremely durable and if crash tested, I’m confident this thing would pass. Since my purchase, I’ve tested in the field and my dog loves it. It’s easy to clean as well which is another positive. With the price point at $349 this was a competitive price in comparison to a gunner at $900 for the same size… I gave a 4 star review only because of the weight of the kennel. 77 pounds feels like 100 and it’s hard to transport without a helping hand. I don’t know how F&S can fix this issue without comprising quality, but just a thought as it is super hard to move. In the future, I’d like to see F&S come out with accessories such as an insulated cover, fan mounts, etc… in the mean time, I’ll be making my own modifications.

We are loving the kennel, but it is missing a bolt!

Honestly compared to all the kennels on the market with all the research I have done. This is the best kennel, it’s collapsable with still being rock solid. To me it’s like a G1 Gunner crate and a Metal collapsible impact crate combined into one, so you get the best of both worlds. But this crate is pretty heavy just a heads up.

This is an amazing crate. Very solid construction. Easier to have two people break it down, but fine if you put it in its side. Wish it had wheels and a larger size. This is definitely good for a dog up to 50 pounds.

Kennel is great. Very sturdy and well made. This is not something you will want to move all the time weighs about 75lbs.