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product_id: 17526035
title: "Petmate Vari Kennel 24\""
brand: "petmate"
price: "£128.83"
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Petmate"
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# 4-sided ventilation Tamper-proof secure locking Airline-friendly design Petmate Vari Kennel 24"

**Brand:** petmate
**Price:** £128.83
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✈️ Secure your pet’s spot in the sky — travel smart, travel stylish!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Petmate Vari Kennel 24" by petmate
- **How much does it cost?** £128.83 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/17526035-petmate-vari-kennel-24)

## Best For

- petmate enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted petmate brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Effortless Clean-Up:** Durable plastic shell with stay-dry moat makes accidents hassle-free to manage.
- • **Breathe Easy Comfort:** Four-sided ventilation ensures your pet stays cool and calm on the move.
- • **Travel-Ready Security:** Tamper-proof holes + sturdy wire door keep your pet safe in transit.
- • **Eco-Conscious Craftsmanship:** Made in the USA with up to 100% pre-consumer recycled materials for guilt-free travel.
- • **Perfect Fit for Small Breeds:** Spacious interior tailored for dogs and puppies 10-20 lbs to move and rest comfortably.

## Overview

The Petmate Vari Dog Kennel is a lightweight, airline-approved plastic carrier designed for small dogs and puppies weighing 10-20 lbs. Featuring tamper-proof locking, four-sided ventilation, and a stay-dry moat for easy cleaning, it offers a secure, comfortable, and eco-friendly travel solution. Its durable construction and tool-free assembly make it a top choice for professional pet parents on the go.

## Description

The Petmate Vari Dog Kennel is great choice for those seeking secure and versatile dog crates for small dogs. This small dog crate serves as both a sturdy travel companion for car rides and an airline-friendly carrier. Crafted from sturdy plastic with a durable wire door, this small dog carrier offers peace of mind with its easy-open latch and tamper-proof holes for added security, great for air travel and a key feature of any travel dog crate. This petmate dog crate offers ventilation on all 4 sides, so your furry friend remains cool and comfortable. Its dimensions make it great for dogs and puppies weighing 10 to 20 lbs, offering them enough space to move and rest comfortably. No tools are needed to assemble this dog kennel, making it a convenient dog carrier for small dogs who are on the go. It's also easy to clean, with a sturdy shell and a stay-dry moat that pulls fluid away from your pet in case of accidents, a feature that is particularly useful for those in the process of housebreaking puppies. Proudly made in the USA, this airline-friendly pet carrier is made with 90% to 100% pre-consumer recycled materials. Product Note: Meets most airline requirements, but we recommend you contact your airline before traveling to verify the specific requirements; we also recommend sizing up when in doubt!

Review: Pretty great for a large cat if you don't require a top door. - I have an 11 pound cat that is very long, like not fat just big. This carrier is a perfect size for him. I bought a cheap 24" L x 18" W x 11.2" MidWest Bolster Pet Bed and it fits nicely and he seems to feel comfortable on it. He urinated in the carrier once and the pet bed absorded all the pee, and was very easy to wash after, just FYI... Anyway, he did seem very comfortable in the carrier and even went in there to sleep a few times after the three trips he's taken it it (once the bed was washed) so he must find it cozy in there. Some other reviewers have complained about the build quality or lightness of the plastic of this particular size when compared to the bigger ones but I think it's well made (and have used other carriers of the same size that I have felt I needed to hold from the bottom because they felt flimsy). If it were any heavier, it would be impossible to carry for more than a few steps (in the case of weaker people). It has both a clip-on top but also bolts and I appreciate that it has both. Some people opt to just use the clips but I would be worried the top would come off (a lot of the carriers with a top door only have clips or else the top door is where the handle is placed and I have noticed a lot of review of those other carriers mention that the bottom dropped or door opened rendering handle useless while the animal was in transit!). Consequently, I prefer a carrier for my cat without a top door. I find I have little if no trouble getting my cat in a carrier (I just place the carrier with the door at the top and lower my cat in quickly and even if he protests, he doesn't have time to refuse). Anyway, the thing seems sturdy to me and I guess because it's made for a dog, it also has a little more height so my tall cat can adjust more easily. It was also pretty easy to put together, only took five minutes or so...
Review: A great den for your best friend. - The Vari-Kennel in the 40" size is the home of Riley, our now 15-week-old German shepherd dog puppy. Like most new dog owners wise enough to realize that crate training is the only way to go, I anguished over metal crate or plastic crate. Well I finally decided to go for the Vari-Kennel after reading a lot of forum accounts of dogs getting injured in their metal crates. But that said, it was still a toss up because this big giant plastic airline-certified crate is big, and appears bigger than a like-sized metal crate that you can see though. But once it was in the house, my hypothalamus kicked in and it became part of the background noise of our quiet open-architecture house. The crate is really well-made. It comes in two halves and you simply mate the upper and lower and use the enclosed hardware (thumbscrews) to secure it. No tools necessary. The gate mechanism is solid and Riley has not challenged its security. It's wicked easy to clean, too, which I accomplish by wiping it out with lysol wipes and then hitting it with our hand steamer, just to prevent any parasites/ova/cysts from hanging around in there. Now the important part: Riley digs it. I mean, he loves it. This is his den from puppyhood at 9 weeks until the end of his long life. When he first came home, we had it all set up with a nice soft bed (Midwest Quiet Time Pet Bed Deluxe Tan Ombre Swirl 35" x 23") and I placed a big plastic file box in the back of it to function as a partition. As you know, the partition is critical in house training your pup - at first, all she needs is room to turn around and reposition herself in the crate ... any other space and she'll get busy in the there if you know what I mean. By the time Riley was 12 weeks, he was 100% housetrained (with a 1-week safety factor, just to make sure) and we were able to pull the partition and give him the whole crate for the big puppy stretch-out thing ... which is remarkably cute. Now all we have to say is Go To Camp! and he hustles into the crate and does a 180-degree turn and sits and waits for his treat. Sweet. One last thing: if he gets barky or whiny or old-man hrumph-y in the crate, we just lay a blanket over the crate and he quiets right down. Remarkably quickly. Not sure why it works so well but I'm not going to question the Puppy Gods over it. Maybe that will work for you, too. **UPDATE** Riley's now 6 months old and 60 pounds. This size crate is too small for him. So whilst he can lay in it and turn around, he cannot stretch out sideways or lengthwise. Also, German Shepherd Dogs are known to flop down on their sides when they lay down, and the crate does not give him the space to pull off this behavior. Thus, we are upgrading to the next size up.

## Features

- SECURE AND SAFE: Protect your pet with this plastic dog crate featuring a an easy-open, sturdy wire door and tamper-proof holes for zip ties, so the kennel stays secure—a requirement for air travel
- AIRLINE-FRIENDLY: This pet carrier for dogs meets most airline cargo specifications, offering four-sided ventilation for your pet's comfort and visibility during air travel! We recommend you contact your airline before traveling to verify the specific requirements
- FOR SMALL DOG BREEDS: Designed for dogs or puppies weighing 10-20 lbs, this dog travel crate should have enough room for your pet to walk around and lie down with interior dimensions of 21.5" L x 15" W x 13.5" H; when in doubt please size up
- EASY CLEANING: The portable dog crate's sturdy plastic shell is easy to wipe down quickly, while the stay-dry moat directs fluids away from your pet, making it great for housebreaking puppies or keeping pets dry during travel
- COMMITTED TO PET WELL-BEING: For over 60 years, Petmate has created high-quality products like pet crates for dogs that improve the lives of pets and their owners

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00DJR9X2M |
| Additional Features | Airy, Comfortable, Durable, Eco Friendly, Lockable |
| Best Sellers Rank | #5,605 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #4 in Dog Hard-Sided Carriers |
| Brand | Petmate |
| Brand Name | Petmate |
| Closure Type | Snap |
| Color | Taupe |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Car |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 7,549 Reviews |
| Dog Breed Size | Small |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00029695218637 |
| Included Components | See Packaging |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 24"L x 16.7"W x 14.5"H |
| Item Type Name | Pets Kennel |
| Item Weight | 4.4 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Doskocil |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 21863 |
| Material | Plastic |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Maximum Weight Recommendation | 20 Pounds |
| Model Name | Vari Pets Kennel |
| Model Number | 21863 |
| Pet Type | Cat, Dog, Small Animal |
| Product Dimensions | 24"L x 16.7"W x 14.5"H |
| Product Style | 10-20 LBS |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Traveling |
| Size | 24.0"L x 16.7"W x 14.5"H |
| Special Feature | Airy, Comfortable, Durable, Eco Friendly, Lockable |
| Target Audience | Dog |
| UPC | 029695218637 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Petmate
- **Color:** Taupe
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Product Dimensions:** 24"L x 16.7"W x 14.5"H
- **Special Feature:** Airy, Comfortable, Durable, Eco Friendly, Lockable

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it good to carry a Canada goose to the wildlife clinic?**
A: It depends what size you get. If you get the larger sizes there is no handle to carry it on top.

**Q: can it be used for ferrets**
A: I'm sure the smallest one could be used for ferrets -- but there might be better ones. I think ferrets can make themselves skinny and small and escape from places that seem impossible to escape from. I'd look around for something that has smaller holes, or is maybe made of mesh. (BTW: In my state it's illegal to own ferrets.)

**Q: How do you use the seat belt loop to secure the crate in your car**
A: For 24" kennels and below, there is a seatbelt slot located right next to the top handle.  Just thread the shoulder portion of the seatbelt through it.  For 28" and larger, there are tiedowns at the bottom of the kennel that require a rope to be run through it and then secured.  That is typically more for truckbed or back of SUV use.

**Q: Does the 24in  come with screws?**
A: Yes, plastic tabs with metal screw fastners. Tip from someone who has ran a kennel since 1990, zip ties work just as well, especially if you  lose the fastners.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty great for a large cat if you don't require a top door.
*by B***S on March 28, 2022*

I have an 11 pound cat that is very long, like not fat just big. This carrier is a perfect size for him. I bought a cheap 24" L x 18" W x 11.2" MidWest Bolster Pet Bed and it fits nicely and he seems to feel comfortable on it. He urinated in the carrier once and the pet bed absorded all the pee, and was very easy to wash after, just FYI... Anyway, he did seem very comfortable in the carrier and even went in there to sleep a few times after the three trips he's taken it it (once the bed was washed) so he must find it cozy in there. Some other reviewers have complained about the build quality or lightness of the plastic of this particular size when compared to the bigger ones but I think it's well made (and have used other carriers of the same size that I have felt I needed to hold from the bottom because they felt flimsy). If it were any heavier, it would be impossible to carry for more than a few steps (in the case of weaker people). It has both a clip-on top but also bolts and I appreciate that it has both. Some people opt to just use the clips but I would be worried the top would come off (a lot of the carriers with a top door only have clips or else the top door is where the handle is placed and I have noticed a lot of review of those other carriers mention that the bottom dropped or door opened rendering handle useless while the animal was in transit!). Consequently, I prefer a carrier for my cat without a top door. I find I have little if no trouble getting my cat in a carrier (I just place the carrier with the door at the top and lower my cat in quickly and even if he protests, he doesn't have time to refuse). Anyway, the thing seems sturdy to me and I guess because it's made for a dog, it also has a little more height so my tall cat can adjust more easily. It was also pretty easy to put together, only took five minutes or so...

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great den for your best friend.
*by A***E on November 17, 2014*

The Vari-Kennel in the 40" size is the home of Riley, our now 15-week-old German shepherd dog puppy. Like most new dog owners wise enough to realize that crate training is the only way to go, I anguished over metal crate or plastic crate. Well I finally decided to go for the Vari-Kennel after reading a lot of forum accounts of dogs getting injured in their metal crates. But that said, it was still a toss up because this big giant plastic airline-certified crate is big, and appears bigger than a like-sized metal crate that you can see though. But once it was in the house, my hypothalamus kicked in and it became part of the background noise of our quiet open-architecture house. The crate is really well-made. It comes in two halves and you simply mate the upper and lower and use the enclosed hardware (thumbscrews) to secure it. No tools necessary. The gate mechanism is solid and Riley has not challenged its security. It's wicked easy to clean, too, which I accomplish by wiping it out with lysol wipes and then hitting it with our hand steamer, just to prevent any parasites/ova/cysts from hanging around in there. Now the important part: Riley digs it. I mean, he loves it. This is his den from puppyhood at 9 weeks until the end of his long life. When he first came home, we had it all set up with a nice soft bed (Midwest Quiet Time Pet Bed Deluxe Tan Ombre Swirl 35" x 23") and I placed a big plastic file box in the back of it to function as a partition. As you know, the partition is critical in house training your pup - at first, all she needs is room to turn around and reposition herself in the crate ... any other space and she'll get busy in the there if you know what I mean. By the time Riley was 12 weeks, he was 100% housetrained (with a 1-week safety factor, just to make sure) and we were able to pull the partition and give him the whole crate for the big puppy stretch-out thing ... which is remarkably cute. Now all we have to say is Go To Camp! and he hustles into the crate and does a 180-degree turn and sits and waits for his treat. Sweet. One last thing: if he gets barky or whiny or old-man hrumph-y in the crate, we just lay a blanket over the crate and he quiets right down. Remarkably quickly. Not sure why it works so well but I'm not going to question the Puppy Gods over it. Maybe that will work for you, too. **UPDATE** Riley's now 6 months old and 60 pounds. This size crate is too small for him. So whilst he can lay in it and turn around, he cannot stretch out sideways or lengthwise. Also, German Shepherd Dogs are known to flop down on their sides when they lay down, and the crate does not give him the space to pull off this behavior. Thus, we are upgrading to the next size up.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Better than the wire crates for our anxious dog.
*by A***H on July 6, 2025*

We have a 14 lb mini-schnauzer rescue. He is high anxiety, and we have struggled with crate training him. We got the 28", and it seems to be the perfect size for him. He doesn't weigh much, but has a long, skinny body, and is tall and lanky for his weight. He is 22" long and 17" from floor to top of head when standing. It was clear that he instantly felt more comfortable with this crate, over the wire crate we first tried. I put a fluffy blanket inside, and he went in on his own and curled up! So happy. This is his new night time bed spot. It was easy to put together, has a handle, and doesn't appear to have any sharp edges or seams inside. It also doesn't have a strong plastic smell, which is fantastic.

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