Every Crate needs Cratewear

Every pet owner knows how important having a cage is. It's often where our pets go to relax and unwind, but also a place where we send our pets for a time out when they have been behaving badly. To say the least, cages are a necessity. But wired crates are not the most attractive to look at, and definitely not a chic decorative addition to your home, especially when the crate is stuffed with your pet’s chewed up toys and wrinkled blankets.

A simple and elegant way to cover up the mess and make your pet’s crate seem even homier for your pets are crate covers and crate pads. Our customized crate cover and pads come in two classic colors, stone gray and sand beige. These covers will blend beautifully with your home, while providing privacy for your pets.

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From our fan Stella!

"Hi there, we ordered a crate cover from you a little while ago and last night we received a follow up letter in the mail. We wanted to thank you so very much for that letter! What an amazing business practice that shows how much you care about your customers! Concerning the product, it pits perfect and looks really nice. Stella doesn't try to eat it like the blanket that was covering it before, so that's great! Also, it keeps her room looking a lot nicer and much more tidy. Before finding your product, I only found covers that were many times more expensive. You guys are a rare gem of a company and I want to shout you from the product blogging rooftops! Thanks for everything!"

Renee and Josh K.

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Question of the Week: How do I keep my dog warm inside a crate?

When the temperatures are high, you'll notice that your dog will often sit or sometimes even sprawl across the kitchen floor to cool off. But what do you do when you need to keep your pup warm during the colder months of the year?

Fortunately, most dogs have a thick coat of fur that'll keep them warm, but there are also other ways to help keep your dog at a comfortable temperature. Crate pads, for example, offer insulation which keeps them off cold, hard bottoms of the crates. Unlike blankets, they are water resistant so they do not soak up any potential accidents and give your pup the wrong message on where the appropriate place to potty is. Also, a potty blanket may create a generalized association that can cause your puppy to mistake your bed or your clothes for a potty blanket!

It is also ill advised to simply throw a blanket over the crates because blankets aren't designed to allow sufficient air to go through. Imagine the suffocation when you are completely under a blanket. AnimatedPet Crate Covers are coated with polyurethane which is known for its breathable waterproof and windproof properties and is widely used in outerwear clothing.

A little protection from cold with breathable material is better than stuffing the dog's crate with blankets that can quickly turn into chew or potty blankets. AnimatedPet Crate Covers and Pads provide the needed support and protection for a comfortable pup.

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AnimatedPet Crate Pads and Cover Reviews

Here are some of our reviews from FetchDog

from Rock Tavern, NY

"Clean, neat and nice earthtone. This crate cover cleaned up the look of the crate in our living room, while also allowing our puppy privacy. It cleans well, is light weight, and matches the earthtones in our home."

from Northern California

"This crate/pad cover is very good so far. The pad cover is easy to remove and clean. My only complaint is that the crate cover is a tiny bit short. My puppy is easily distracted by light and movement and there is about an inch at the bottom that is not covered. Otherwise, I love it. The material allows air flow while still keeping out most of the light."

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Back to School Separation Anxiety for Dogs

Back to School may be a sad time for dogs who are used to having their playmates around and all the endless attention. Adults know how difficult it is to back out of the driveway with Fido staring out the window. Here are some ways to reduce that separation anxiety when summer vacation is over and regular routines are back on track.

1. Physical Exercise - Keeping your dog active will make your dog less mopey around the house.


2. Doggy Day Care or Dog Walker - If you're away from home for more than 6 hours and your pup is left alone, he needs someone to come by to check in on him, especially for younger dogs. Consider getting a dog walker or dropping your pup off at a dog day care center where he can socialize and play all day.


3. Cozy Crate - If you keep your dog inside a crate, you want the crate to be the most comfortable that it can be. AnimatedPet's line of custom-fit crate covers and pads will make all the difference in creating a den like atmosphere so your dog can relax without causing a rumpus while you are away.


4. Scavenger Hunt - Keep your dog busy by hiding treats and letting him find them. Or throw in a peanut butter filled Kone. The hunt will be quite exhausting, utilizing senses and overcoming obstacles, that it'll tire them out so they'll go right back to napping.


5. Comfort Blanket or T-Shirt
- Let your dog cuddle with a personal blanket or a t-shirt to keep your scent around to ease the blues when you are away.

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Snapshots from our fans: No-No, Bagel, and Jeffrey

"The cover and the pad are both made out of very high-quality material making it very firm yet comfortable for my dogs, No-No, Bagel and Jeffrey. It was surprising to me that they liked the crate so much since they usually sleep in their own beds and have never been inside a crate before. The seemed to find the crate pads very comfortable and stayed inside the crates with the doors shut without any begging or crying to be let out. Even with the covers on with one panel rolled up, the crate is very well ventilated and each one of my dogs looked cozy and comfortable."

-from Tina in Irvine, CA

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