Are you looking for a dog box for your Great Dane, but can’t really find what you’re looking for? No wonder, because it’s not that easy to find the right model for your giant.
That’s why I got into the 8-hour research work embark and at least 30 item descriptions and ratings studied to show you the 3 best models from 2023 to be able to imagine.
You can find out what these are in this article. But first I’ll tell you my test winner: Die
Trixie Mobile Kennel Vario 50 dog box is my personal favourite, as it gives your Great Dane plenty of space while being practical and easy to use.
But every dog is different and you may value different things. That’s why it was important to me not only to present my test winner, but also two other very good models.
I am sure that one of them will also suit you. Enjoy reading and exploring.
My Great Dane dog crate favourites
Top 3 models for your gentle giant
EUGAD aluminum dog transport box
The first Great Dane dog box in my test is from the company Eugad. It has a trapezoidal structure. The beveled sides allow for a better fit. So you have no problem stowing the box in the trunk without having to adjust the back seat.
The box has grilles on all sides, which ensure good ventilation. In addition, your four-legged friend can enjoy a beautiful view.
The aluminum material is particularly stable, light and easy to maintain. A wipe with a damp cloth is usually sufficient.
To ensure that the box does not damage the trunk, the edges are protected by special plastic pads.
Would you like to know more about this box? Then read my test report about the Eugad dog box.
Trixie Mobile Kennel Vario 50
The Trixie polyester dog box is very durable. A metal frame provides the necessary stability.
The box is extremely spacious and takes up all the space in the trunk. This gives the dog the opportunity to stretch out in a relaxed manner.
The bag can be opened on three sides. There are also mesh inserts that ensure good ventilation. The mesh at the top can be closed to protect against strong sunlight or rain.
TrendPet Foldable Dog Box TPX-Pro
The XXL dog box from TrendPet is made of fabric. This makes it very light and can be stowed away to save space.
There is a front and a side entrance. This makes it easier for the dog to get used to the box, since a passage can be created first. This is also practical if the bag is to be used as a retreat at home.
There are nets on all four sides that ensure good ventilation. In drafts, rain or strong sunlight, the nets can be individually darkened and closed.
The manufacturer advertises 5 cm more interior height, so that the dog has more headroom.
Buying advice for Great Danes dog boxes
What should be considered when buying a dog box?
Great Danes are very large dogs that need a lot of space. Therefore, a dog box should be at least size XXL. Of course, the exact dimensions also depend on your dog.
It is important that your four-legged friend can lie comfortably stretched out, stand up and turn around. If this is not the case, this is a clear indication that the dog box is too small.
There are now a relatively large number of oversized dog crates, even if the selection is not as plentiful as with smaller models. Nevertheless, as a dog owner, you have the choice of finding a suitable dog box.
Especially with such large dog breeds, it is important to ensure that the animals have a lot of strength. Accordingly, the box should be particularly stable and able to withstand when the dog leans against it with all its weight, bites into the material or uses its claws. The material must also hold up when lifting and carrying the box.
Since Great Danes are also very heavy and large boxes are generally very unwieldy, I think it is important that a dog box has wheels that you can use to push the box.
Otherwise, an extra car or something similar is always required for transport (e.g. at the airport).
No model for your Great Dane? Then take a look at my test report on the Schmidt dog box. The manufacturer attaches great importance to quality and customer satisfaction.
transportation of puppies
Great Danes are huge when fully grown, but dogs are very small when they are puppies. Since most dogs come to their owners as puppies, it is important to know about the transport of puppies.
When choosing a dog crate, owners often think about the final size of the dog and get a crate of the appropriate size. However, an XXL box is clearly too big for a puppy.
This means that the dog is thrown around in the box during a strong driving maneuver and can seriously injure itself. It is therefore strongly advisable not to use a box that is too large from the start.
It is better if a box of the right size is bought when the puppy is a puppy. Since this often only has the right size for a few weeks or months, it makes sense to get a used box or to sell a newly bought box when the puppy has outgrown it.
If you don’t want this, you should at least try to reduce the size of the large box with padding. Loose pillows and blankets that are used frequently can become a hazard if the puppy becomes entangled in them.
Therefore, the cushions should be firmly connected to the box. For example, there are special Velcro fasteners that can be attached individually and that hold the pillows and blankets in place.
Conclusion
The Trixie Mobile Kennel Vario 50 dog box convinced me the most in my test.
This box is very spacious and also offers enough space for large breeds, so that staying in the bag is comfortable.
The flexible use of the entrances and ventilation nets makes the model very attractive. The only point of criticism is that the bag is sometimes too flexible for wild, playful dogs.
But if you own a quiet four-legged friend, you will have a lot of fun with the box.