Air movement and ventilation
A wire crate is well-suited for dogs with longer coats or if you live in a southern climate. Because the crate is completely open there’s plenty of air movement, which allows your puppy or dog to stay cool.

Divider panels and folding ability
Wire dog crates come in a variety of sizes and most offer divider panels. If you’re shopping for a puppy, you can buy a larger crate than he’s needs so he can still use it when he reaches his adult size. Considering a crate can be one of the more expensive items you’ll buy for your dog, this can save you money in the long run.

You can find wire crates in a number of different designs, but most of them quickly and easily break down for storage or travel. Keep in mind that wire crates with corner drop pins, while sturdier than folding crates, are less convenient to setup or store away.

Allows your dog to see his environment
A wire crate allows your dog to see what’s going on around him, which can reduce feelings of isolation or separation. This may be a disadvantage depending on your particular dog, as explained below.

Easy to clean
You can find many wire crates with a slid-out tray underneath to catch accidents, and the wire also allows odors to escape.