PETCO offers a variety of products to keep your new dog safe and sound, indoors, outdoors and while traveling. These dog containment products range from a simple gate or fence to a complete electronic control system.
Gates, Pens & Doors
Gates, pens and doors help keep a pet safely confined to a particular area. They are available in many sizes to fit a variety of living spaces. Vehicle barriers are also available for safe transport by car.
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| Gates |
- Are anchored in a doorframe
- Should keep the pet in the area you desire, as long as the gate is tight in the doorframe
- Are easy to install and virtually impossible for a pet to chew through
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| Pens |
- Are made of a heavy duty metal
- Are open on the top
- Keep a pet safe and enclosed in a particular area
- Are portable
- Work great for puppies and when housebreaking your dog
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| Patio Panels |
- Are the easiest to install
- Can be removed without permanent damage
- Are recommended for those who rent
- Have latches that allow you to secure the door
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| Pet Doors |
- Eliminate the need for you to continually get up and let your pet in and out
- Provide freedom for your pet
- Come in a variety of different sizes
- Can be installed in doors, patio panels or screen doors
- Have two-way flaps that allow the pet to use the door from either direction and that close securely with magnets to keep out wind and rain, as well as most dirt and dust
- Come with closeout panels to prevent pet from using the door
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Carriers & Crates
PETCO carries dog carriers, crates and kennels in various styles and materials, so you can transport your pet stylishly and safely. They can also be an effective tool for training.
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Description |
PETCO Suggestions |
| Plastic Kennels |
- Are built of strong plastic, with metal reinforced windows and a metal door
- Need a hanging water bowl or bottle if used for travel
- Can be used for airline travel*
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| Soft-sided Carriers |
- Are similar to a duffel bag tote, which some airlines have approved for small animal transport underneath an airplane seat*
- Can be removed without permanent damage
- Are not leakproof, so some airlines have not approved these bags
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| Cabin Carriers |
- Are very small
- Are designed to fit under an airplane seat
- Are good for transporting small dogs
- Have plastic vents but cannot have plastic doors
- Some are airline approved*
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| Wire Crates |
- Can become a dog's private habitat for its lifetime and satisfies the den instinct
- Are also recommended for housebreaking a pet, as the meshing allows for good air circulation throughout the habitat
- Give pets the opportunity to see their surroundings and allow you to see in
- Are collapsible and can easily be stored or moved
- Are very durable, easy-to-clean and chew-proof
- Usually have a removable plastic floor
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* Always be sure to check with the airline for any regulations regarding pet travel.
Electronic Equipment
PETCO carries electronic dog containment equipment and fence kits for use inside and outside the home. These systems feature the widest range of options for delivering stimulation and tone, letting you customize your training to your dog's individual needs.
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Description |
PETCO Suggestions |
| Electronic Containment Devices |
- Are used to keep pets within a designated area, usually a yard
- Can be electronic wireless or wire fences that produce a static shock to the animal if he moves beyond the fence boundary
- Are completely safe to humans because there are no wires and the collar the animal wears is the only thing that emits the static shock
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| Fence Kits |
- Will not harm animals
- Protect flowers, shrubs and gardens
- Keep pets in confined area (good for jumping animals)
- Prevent overturned garbage cans
- Are economical to install and use
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