Is there metal inside the crate behind the wicker so the dog can't get to it?
361335
Yes, there are small metal bars about 3 inches apart all the way around the interior.
361336
My small breed dog was able to chew through the wicker even through the bars. This cage seems to work only with dogs who are beyond the chewing stage.
1996803
If there is, it's not visible. There are no metal rings, but something stiff beneath the cardboard/paper interior is holding it together.
1119312
I have a lab/mix, he broke about 5 of the vertical rods, did not get out, but could have. I replaced the crate, and installed a wire mesh on the outside. No broken vertical rods since.
874462
There is a metal loop on the inside where you can attach a leash to it so they can't jump out.
1198390
The crate has a thick, tough plastic pan. I cannot imagine it failing during the life of our crate. We put a cushion in ours and our buddy enjoys napping in it. The door is always open unless we are going away.
1252027
I don't remember extra metal parts coming with it - just the crate, the bag, and the cushy pad for inside the crate once it was up. Sorry.
1059064
No unless you are able to drill holes for the screws in the metal holder. The metal holder has two plates that holde it in place in the crate bars. The holder already has a flat screw attached that would not stay in place if push into the wall.
2978
I use an old comforter in it for my Pit Bull to lay on, thinking the wire would catch his toenails. When the blanket is pushed out of the way or being washed, the dog doesn't seem to have an issue just standing in the grate itself. This crate has been great for our needs thus far!
28960
Mine had 2 plastic black tabs. One is to lock from the inside bottom and the other for the outside. But I did not use them. What is the sense of locking the door??? How is the dog supposed to use it then if it's locked? The door stays closed without latching them. If you notice on the bottom there are 2 slots. If you want to lock it, I'm sure you can put anything thru them and it will do the trick. Don't worry about it. I just hope your pet likes the door. My dog still will not go thru it. She makes me open the door. :)
338223
The bottom of the crate, the tray, is plastic. Could be an issue if your pet is left in too long or has separation anxiety with nothing else to chew on. Would be worth a try even if you had to buy another tray. You won't find another crate this quality at this price.
1796392
It sounds like your crate might be defective. Check that the door is properly inserted in the holes before securing it. I have had absolutely no problems with doors on any of my crates. When they are used for travelling I secure the door with plastic ties (or the airline personnel usually will do this) just to be on the safe side.
2285132
It looks like steel but I would ask the company if it is just a metal composite. I love the crate though.
1522293
It's metal so much stronger, but if you have a dog that is chewing they can break teeth on it. Maybe make sure there are plenty of toys inside, and feed meals in crate to make the crate itself less appealing!
713712
It has the solid plastic door that slides into the grooves, which can be attached from either the inside or the outside, so no one can come in or out, however it could be broken. I understand that some of the more costly pet doors (around 250 dollar range) have locking security, this one does not however.
646877
While it would be possible to use a cable lock and secure the top portion to a fence as you would a bike, the bottom has no window or vent through which to do this. I am not sure what someone might do with just the bottom, so that might be enough of a deterent. I will say that the dogs like the house!
2033394
Yes, it seems to be made of metal.I am not too impressed with the locks on the doors. In my opinion the crate could have been made stronger. But, the price is good.
109379
No I don't beleive there is but it is screened all the way around and our dogs(2) can't get out.