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Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel

Two-door dog kennel with easy pet accessSuperior ventilation and visibilityGreat tool for crate training and housetrainingSecure wing-nut and bolt designConstructed of sturdy yet stylish heavy-duty plasticPetmate kennels meet most international (IATA) and domestic (USDA) air travel regulations
Average Customer Rating:
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21 out of 21(100%)reviewers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
Review 1 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

great features

PostedMay 12, 2013
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adpted1
from california
I recommend this product to anyone who is concerned how their new furry friend will react to being put in a cage. our pal Charlie is now good with being placed in his carrier because of the top door. I also have placed a petco small round bed in it with the house scents so he feels more secure. very pleased I bought this. my cat is around 13-16mos and around 11lbs so I bought the larger one thinking he will grow bigger. wasn't necessary. could have gone with the smaller one. lots of room.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 2 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Vet and vet tech both liked it, cat safely home

PostedMay 12, 2013
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Soundsquirrel
from Tacoma, WA
We got this to bring home a rescue cat from the Humane Society. We wanted something that would fit a standard seat belt around it, work as a cat bed at home, and most importantly would be escape-proof on the freeway.
The vet tech and vet shook their heads when they offered us a cardboard box since the cat we chose is an escape artist. I brought in the carrier and they both said "Excellent." They were right, thus the rating. Towel inside, blanket over the outside, belted it in the backseat. Cat went to sleep. Couple of yowls on speed bumps, but when clawing at the sides didn't work kitty gave up and went back to sleep.
When you put this together, the holes to attach the door hinge are up inside two recessed areas, not the large holes you think they would go into.
Takes a bit of putting together, don't expect to juggle the cat while putting it together the first time; there are multiple bolts and nuts to screw in to set it up. After that the top door and side door are both one-hand operations. Shake the door to make sure the pins caught to latch it, and kitty is safe inside.
Kitty is home safely and didn't get to do the crazy zoom-cat across the dash thing. Vet liked that there's a top opening, too. We got a second for the second cat so they can use them as beds at home. Really like this product.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 3 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

East to open top & front

PostedMarch 29, 2013
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pjr3
from Las Vegas, NV
My kitties love their new carriers, I keep them in the house open for them to go in and out of and take ownership and it makes it easier to get them ready for the vet or nail clips. Love these carriers worth every the money
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 4 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

trip to the vet

PostedFebruary 16, 2013
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felix6339
from Chicago, IL
we have a large cat 17.5 lbs our old carrier was very cramped for him.With this carrier it was easier to get him in at home and out at the vet. could use the top or side door. made for an easier visit to the vet. was easy to put together and sturdy
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 5 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Top Door makes this one worth buying!

PostedDecember 15, 2012
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divakitty
from Los Angeles, CA
It's built sturdy and is attractive and comes in nice colors. My favorite thing is the top-loading door which makes it much easier to load our kittie into it, plus kittie can see out the top and see her parents are there. You can console her if necessary more conveniently through the top gate (even when she's in the car). Got this great deal on-line when it was on sale! My cat seemed very protected in the carrier and she didn't seem to mind being in it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 6 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Perfect

PostedDecember 15, 2012
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Leeena
from Hawaii
As the owner of a skittish formerly homeless cat, I needed a case in which I can lure my kitty when she needs a trip to the vet. I routinely feed my cat in this case and when needed, can just close the door on her. It is very convenient to have the top opening for cleaning and for placing the dish of food inside.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 7 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

love the top loading

PostedNovember 12, 2012
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Kyrstellaine
from MN
The top-loading door makes trips to the vet less traumatic for my cats. One in particular doesn't want anything to do with an sort of carrier, but this one works well when its needed.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 8 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Contains Crazy Cats!

PostedOctober 10, 2012
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Thbtbt
from Richmond, VA
I have a cat who goes bonkers when you try to put her in a carrier. And then once she's in the carrier she obsessively looks for weaknesses in her transport case and tried to escape. So soft-sided carriers were definitely not an option, and front loading carriers were a nightmare to coax her into. With this carrier, I can just open the top door and plop her inside before she has time to struggle. Plus, the hard sides and sturdy construction make her attempts at escape futile. It makes for a much safer trip to the vet.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 9 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Love the top-load door!

PostedSeptember 30, 2012
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MerLinda
from Roseburg, OR
i use this carrier for my 3 pound rabbit. He travels in the car with me to our magic shows (yes, he is a performer) and the carrier provides a comfortable, secure place for him. The top loading door is handy--it is much easier to remove the bunny (or kitty) from the top. I also like the fact that you can open the door with one hand. The carrier is simple to assemble and is well-designed.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 10 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Practical

PostedSeptember 23, 2012
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Rlap
from Burlington Ma
This is a practical pet kennel. What is great about it is the top loading door. So much easier to get a pet in via a top load rather than a door on the side (but if your pet likes that option this kennel carrier has that too!)
Overall, great value.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 11 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

top load kennel/carrier.

PostedAugust 31, 2012
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Chrisandsamisreview
from Portland, OR
I got this kennel as a cat carrier. At first I thought I would be disappointed that I got the larger size then decided it would be great for my cat to either lay or stand in comfort. Very sturdy craftmanship. Easy to assemble; no tools required. Load from the end or from above. Great purchase! Worth the money.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 12 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Sturdy and easy to use

PostedAugust 13, 2012
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doubltrblkel
from N/W Ohio
Quick to assemble. Easy to use/ open. Nice size for a cat or small dog.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 13 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Excellent Carrier

PostedAugust 1, 2012
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Thorgraves
from Townsend, MA
I purchased this carrier in the Large size. It's a very nice size for my cat to lay down comfortably. I leave the carrier out with the door open and one of my cats actually sleeps in it at night. The top door is also very useful for vet trips. It is much easier to remove the cat from and place it in the carrier through the top. Great product.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 14 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Love these top-loading kennels!

PostedJuly 14, 2012
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mwbaker
from Seattle, WA
I ordered four top-loading kennels for our cats. I want to make sure that, in the event of an emergency, we have enough kennels of the right size to easily and quickly contain our cats for their safety and/or transport. Another reason? We have a scaredy cat who practically shredded me the last time I tried to get her in a front-loading cage to go to the vet. This will be much less scary - for her and me!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 15 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

the no-stress cat carrier

PostedJuly 6, 2012
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girlsaylor
from Fort Lauderdale, FL
For all those kitties who are fearful of being put into a carrier, the top opening is wonderful! I have two of these, and plan on adding one or two more for our clowder.
One caveat - periodically check the wing nuts, as they can work loose. Because they are plastic, you can't 'sock them down' like metal wing nuts. A minor issue, really, but just beware. Overall, love these!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 16 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Great Pet Carrier

PostedApril 2, 2012
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Anonymous
from Northern California
I am very happy with this pet carrier. After reading reviews for other carriers, I was hesitant on which carrier to purchase. I even read a post that stated a cat was able to roll its carrier across the floor! I have a large cat and I like the fact that this carrier allows me to put him in from the top. He is able to move around and see out the sides. I plan on purchasing at least a couple more of this carrier for my other two cats and small dog.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 17 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Best Carrier we own

PostedMarch 15, 2012
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MomofRagdolls
from Missouri
We are breeders of Ragdoll Kittens. With frequent visits to our Vet, we have found that the top door on this carrier is perfect. We use it for our kittens as well as our Moms. It has a very easy to open latch and a nice size opening. We liked it so well that we have purchased three more!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 18 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Love this carrier

PostedMarch 15, 2012
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CattyShack
from St. Louis, Mo.
I belong to 2 large Maine Coon cats. This carrier gives them plenty of room. I like the fact that the top is secured to the bottom with several screws. They even included extra screws and fasteners. No more snap together carriers accidentally coming apart. The wire top provides additional ventilation and makes it easier to remove a reluctant cat when at the vet. I have the large size and could fit both of them in there in case of an emergency (of course, with 30 lbs of cat inside I would not carry it by the handle).
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 19 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Great Quality

PostedMarch 14, 2012
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MarilynS
from Canton, MI
Love this cat carrier. Top and side entrances are solid and make it easy to use. My 2 male siamese cats love to play in it! A good product, a great value!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 20 for Petmate 2 Door Top Load Kennel
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Very nice carrier, WOW !

PostedFebruary 22, 2012
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Anonymous
from Lufkin Tx.
No Petco in LufKin Texas, and wanted a pet carrier for my cat that would open from the top, so i had to order though Petco internet sales( because no one had one in my city) and i couldn't be happier. They gave me quick shipping and a great product., makes loading and unloading my cat from the carrier so much easier. Thanks Petco, hope to do business again. A new customer Randy
I would recommend this to a friend!
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