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Rock Creek Crates
Best for Durability
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We build the strongest dog crates on the market and we stand behind them. All Rock Creek Crates come with a 10 year limited warranty that covers the parts and manufacture of the crate. Warranty extends to the original purchaser only and is non-transferable. Learn More.
Our stationary crates ship fully assembled so you can start using them right away! We aim to make your experience hassle-free.
Rock Creek Crates are custom built in Utah under the highest standards. It generally takes 3-5 business days to build your order. Once it is finished, shipment duration ranges from 3-7 business days.
Need it fast? Call or email us. We have crates in stock and can often get you something sooner. Depending on your location you can expect your crate within 3-5 business days.
We also offer easy returns/exchange. Learn more.
If you're a professional looking for a bank of dog crates, inquire here.
Bulk order discounts are available.
See the size chart below and this more in-depth page on how to choose the correct size crate for your dog.


Unlike flimsy dog crates on the market, our crates are built to withstand the drops, dings, and wagging tails that come with life as a dog owner. From a comfortable indoor dog den to a crash-tested protective space in the bed of your truck, our crates are durable and tough (not to mention airline-approved!). The best part is, each crate comes with a 10 year warranty, is fully assembled, and ready to use.
“Seriously it’s the perfect kennel. Supremely size efficient, very secure with the D rings, and fits great in my truck.”
— Christopher P.
“Crate was clearly designed and built by staff who understand dogs and take pride in their products. This is the real deal.”
— Steven C.
“Hands down best crate on the market. Near perfect. Excellent quality and design.”
— C&M
“Great craftsmanship. By far the best crate I’ve ever owned over many years of running bird dogs.”
— Shane S.
We have specifically designed our dog crates for dogs who struggle with separation stress, or for furry Houdinis who have broken other crates. A RCC can provide your pup with a safe place to rest, nap, play with his toys, and sleep while you are away. Our internal frame provides strength like no other dog crate on the market. For dogs with crate anxiety we recommend adding a door guard.
All RCC crates ship fully assembled, at no extra cost, so you can start using them right away! We aim to make your experience hassle-free.
All of our crates are made in USA with US and global materials.

The RCC's medium stationary crate is the first and only aluminum dog crate to receive a 5 star certification from the Center for Pet Safety. It received a five-star crash test rating – the highest possible – the first time it was tested. Most crates require multiple tests to receive a rating, but our aluminum dog crate's toughness and durability were apparent enough after one test to not require follow-up testing. Click here to read the press release from the CPS.
Our indestructible dog crates feature a professionally welded internal tube frame made of aircraft-grade aluminum, making our products the safest dog kennel for travel on the market and the only lightweight aluminum crate that has been crash-tested by the Center for Pet Safety.

Our overbuilt doors provide increased ventilation, visibility, and airflow. Not to mention, peace of mind with standard butterfly latches, two panels of aircraft grade aluminum, welded inside and out, and solid aluminum bars.
Getting the best size crate for your dog depends on various factors. There a a few things to consider to get the most ideal fit. The below chart contains examples only. There can be large size variations within breeds; your dog many need to go up or down a size.
30.5” 20.375” 22.5” LWH
Fits most dogs under 22” in height
Example breeds:
English Springer Spaniel, Border Collie, Bull Terrier, Beagle etc.
Crate Weight:
38 lbs.
36.5” 23.5” 27.75” LWH
Fits most dogs under 27” in height
Example breeds:
Golden Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, Weimaraner, Dalmatian, Labrador Retriever, Boxer, some German Shepherds etc.
Crate Weight:
49 lbs
42.5” 28.5” 32.5” LWH
Fits most dogs under 32” in height
Example breeds:
Malinois, some German Shepherds, Bernese Mountain Dog, Alaskan Malamute, Mastiff, Cane Corso etc.
Crate Weight:
69 lbs.
48” 32.25” 35” LWH
Fits most dogs under 33” in height
Example breeds:
Mastiff, Saint Bernard, Newfoundland, some Great Danes
Crate Weight:
79 lbs.

Need more help finding the best fit? See our Size Guide for additional information and step-by-step tips.
Yes, Rock Creek Crates are engineered to hold up to the strongest dogs and outlast other dog crates. Rock Creek Crates are built with an internal welded aluminum frame. This frame acts as a rugged backbone for your crate adding unparalleled strength, structural integrity, and safety. All external features connect directly into the frame giving your crate extra support where needed most. For high anxiety, escape artists, or large/high-drive dogs we highly recommend adding a door guardto your crate.
View our size guide to determine the best fit for your K9.
Yes, we offer a 10 year warranty on every crate. Click here for more details.
Yes, we offer financing through Affirm. Click here for more details.
Absolutely! Add a custom color to your crate order.
Yes! Our crate doors normally open from right to left. However, if you request it, we can switch the direction it opens. Contact us with your specific needs and we’ll customize your crate to suit you and your dog.
The aluminum skins we use to build our crates are specifically designed for our listed crate sizes. As a result, we are unable to make custom sizes. We have a list of awesome people who make custom sized dog crates/kennels. Reach out to us and we’d be happy to share their contact information.
The stationary crate can become airline compliant with the IATA kit, which can be found on our Accessories page. Each airline has specific requirements for flying with pet cargo; we highly recommend contacting your chosen airline in advance.
We worked with the Center for Pet Safety when designing the newest version of our stationary crate. Our stationary crates have been crash tested and will receive their official report from the Center for Pet Safety in early 2021.
Overall rating: 4.8802085 / 5 from 192 reviews.
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"solid build quality and nice finish. dog loves it"
— jameson r. (5/5)
"Our family has 2, 70lb German Shepherds and we have had our fair share of travel and house crates. We loved our original travel crate, but it was relatively bulky and we could never fit 2 in our SUV at the same time. Since our purchase was intended as a travel crate, we opted for something comfortable, but with a snugger/safer fit. We ordered the 36” stationary crate and it’s perfect! One of our girls fits comfortably inside, but it also lacks the extra “bulk” a lot of crates have and fits seamlessly in all of our vehicles. It’s super durable with some weight to it, but again, without being overly bulky. We also opted to add a second door to the rear of the crate so we can access our girls form the back trunk area, or inside of the car. We couldn’t be more satisfied and excited with this purchase."
— Natalie R. (5/5)
"Absolutely love. Solid kennel and much better than the other brand we had. My dog loves it and I know he is safe in the car now!"
— Kyra (5/5)
"Rock Creek Crates are fantastic! I am an agility competitor, coming out of the MimSafe VarioCage, due to size issues. My dogs and I are loving the RCC crates. They are extremely well built, super quiet (no rattles!), and fit all of the accessories I want. The service and fabrication teams were very helpful through the purchase process. They patiently worked with me to ensure I could fit a 36" and 30" standard in a 2022 Subaru Ascent (with only the 3rd row seats down), and were proactively communicative throughout the process. The crates shipped fully assembled and arrived in beautiful condition. I highly recommend Rock Creek Crates!"
— Karina (5/5)
"We managed to stack two crates in the cab of our Tundra and still have one back seat available for a human or gear."
— Lucy C. (5/5)
"I had researched crates for months. . . I wanted the safest boxes possible for traveling in our vehicle. . . Since this would be a Major purchase for us and had been saving the money for quite a while I studied Gunner, Ruffland,Lucky, Impact etc but kept coming back to Rock Creek because of them being 5 Star crash tested, attractive, easy to clean, lockable, lots of ventilation holes for great airflow and for my Ibizan Hounds to see out ,engineered for the doors to open and close easily,family business etc. . When I finally called Rock Creek Crates to talk about buying a crate the owner Shawn answered. . . Buying from him was a totally enjoyable experience, he made the entire process easy and simple. I received the crate quickly. It was wrapped in layers of protection and arrived in perfect condition. In short. . . I am 1000 Percent Thrilled with Rock Creek Crates and 1000 percent recommend them !!!"
— Elaine M. (5/5)
"Superb product !"
— Hector P. (5/5)
"I just purchased three of the 36" Rock Creek stationary crates to use in my car. I am extremely pleased with them. All three arrived in perfect condition. They were packed with care, which indicates to me that the company really cares about their product. The crates themselves are beautifully crafted and very solidly built. I love their color (sky blue). These crates are not cheap, but in my book, worth every penny!"
— Liz R. (5/5)
"These crates are rock solid. I drive on a busy canyon highway with trucks all year long with my dog. This crate gives my dog a chance at curving a crash. Rock Creek is serious about safety and crash testing. You can see this by the quality of their build with the closures and the seams of the crate. They are nice people as well. I drove to their facility and placed the crates in my car to be sure they fit and bought colors they could sell me to take home that day. I have people ask me about the crates a lot because the dogs jump right in and are happy in them. They feel cozy and safe. They are an investment but they last. Mine look new since I leave them secured in the back of the car. Support this independent Utah company with your money and get one for your peace of mind and your dog’s safety!"
— Allison (5/5)
"This is my second crate. It is not the same quality as the first crate. The metal isn't the same and it doesn't have the little rubber noise dampener on the latch. It seems cheaply made compared to my first crate and the crates are the same model. Other than that, I do like the crates."
— Mikki P. (3/5)
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