The PawHut 80 cm Sliding Barn Door Dog Crate, White (£76.99) is the best fit for the tightest rooms, suiting dogs up to 20 kg and under 50 cm long. At 80 x 60 x 68 cm it has the smallest footprint of the four picks, and its front door slides instead of swinging into the walkway.[1]
For dogs up to 30 kg, the PawHut 98 cm Walnut Sliding Door Dog Crate (£119.99) has the widest door of the four.[2] For two small dogs, the PawHut Double Dog Crate with Divider (£234.99) splits into two rooms.[3] For storage, the PawHut Oak Dog Crate with Drawers and Wheels (£139.99) adds two drawers and five castors.[4]
Check three things before you buy:
- Dog limit: Compare your dog’s weight and length with the limit in the table.
- Footprint: Measure the floor space and room depth where the crate will sit.
- Maximum load: Check the inside and top limits before putting anything on top.
How Were These Four Chosen?
Each pick is a PawHut model from the Aosom UK range, and each one is a different design rather than a colour variant. The shortlist began with every crate in the range that opens with a sliding front door, then four criteria decided which made the list.
- Dog limit: Each model states a weight and a body length, so the four cover different dog sizes instead of overlapping.
- Sliding door opening: Door width and height are listed, because the dog limit alone does not show whether a dog can step through.
- Maximum load: Top and inside limits are listed, because these crates are sold as side tables.
- Listed features: Dividers, drawers, castors, locks and door count separate models that otherwise look alike.
How Do the Four Sliding Door Crates Compare?
The table compares the size, dog limit, sliding door and price of each pick, with the best use for each one.
| Model | Best for | Overall size (cm, width x depth x height) | Dogs up to | Sliding door (cm, width by height) | Price |
| PawHut 80 cm Sliding Barn Door Dog Crate, White | Tight corners | 80 x 60 x 68 | Up to 20 kg and under 50 cm long | 38 x 52 | £76.99 |
| PawHut 98 cm Walnut Sliding Door Dog Crate | Medium and large dogs | 98 x 60 x 78 | Up to 30 kg and under 60 cm long | 48.5 x 63.5 | £119.99 |
| PawHut Double Dog Crate with Divider | Two small dogs | 120 x 60 x 88.5 | Two small dogs under 35 cm and 8 kg, or one large dog under 60 cm and 30 kg | 31.3 x 69.4 per door | £234.99 |
| PawHut Oak Dog Crate with Drawers and Wheels | Storage and moving | 100 x 56 x 81 | Under 25 kg and under 55 cm long | 48 x 49.5 | £139.99 |
Note: Prices were taken at the time of writing and may vary, so check the live listing before buying.
How Do You Choose the Right Size for Your Dog?
PDSA says a crate should be tall enough for your dog to stand and sit without touching the top, and wide and long enough for your dog to turn around, lie down, wag their tail and stretch out fully.[5] Compare your dog’s weight and length with the dog limit before you choose, and check the maximum load if you plan to put items on the top. Choose the size that matches your dog’s limit, not the one with the most features.
How Much Room Does a Sliding Door Crate Need?
A sliding door removes the swing space a hinged door needs, but the crate still needs a measured spot.
- Width: Compare the wall run with the overall width in the table, which runs from 80 cm to 120 cm.
- Depth: All four sit between 56 cm and 60 cm deep, so checking the crate clears a doorway or a radiator.
- Height: Tops run from 68 cm to 88.5 cm, so check the height against nearby furniture if the top will hold a lamp.
How Do You Keep a Dog Safe in a Crate?
A crate only works if the dog settles in it, and PDSA sets out four points that apply whichever model you choose.[5]
- Water: Water should be available inside the crate.
- Placement: A quiet spot, out of draughts and direct sunlight.
- Punishment: Dog crates should never be used as punishment.
- Separation anxiety: A crate should not be used to manage separation anxiety without professional guidance.
What Does Each PawHut Crate Offer?
Each crate below works for a different dog size and room setup, so check the dog limit and the inside size before you pick one.
PawHut 80 cm Sliding Barn Door Dog Crate, White (Best for Tight Corners)[1]
Why it was picked: It has the smallest footprint of the four picks, and its sliding front door opens without swinging out.[1]
| Specification | Details |
| Price | £76.99 |
| Overall size | 80 x 60 x 68 cm |
| Inside size | 74 x 50 x 58 cm |
| Sliding door | 38 x 52 cm |
| Dog limit | Up to 20 kg and under 50 cm long |
| Maximum load | 80 kg on the top and the base |
Pros:
- The sliding front door and the side door give two ways in.
- Its 1 cm steel bars sit 5.5 cm apart to resist chewing.[1]
- Its 9 cm feet have non-slip pads that help keep the crate stable and protect floors.[1]
Con:
- Its inside is 74 cm wide against 94.5 cm on the walnut crate, so a dog near the 20 kg limit has less room to turn.
Who should choose another option: Dogs over 20 kg or longer than 50 cm, who should choose the 98 cm walnut crate, provided they are within its 30 kg and 60 cm limits.
PawHut 98 cm Walnut Sliding Door Dog Crate (Best for Medium and Large Dogs)[2]
Why it was picked: Its front sliding barn-style door saves floor space, which suits tight spots, and its latched side door gives easy access.[2]
| Specification | Details |
| Price | £119.99 |
| Overall size | 98 x 60 x 78 cm |
| Inside size | 94.5 x 54.5 x 71 cm |
| Sliding door | 48.5 x 63.5 cm |
| Dog limit | Up to 30 kg and under 60 cm long |
| Maximum load | 30 kg inside and 20 kg on the top |
Pros:
- A top twist lock helps keep the crate closed.[2]
- Mesh on three sides gives airflow and visibility.
- Its 5 cm adjustable feet keep it level on an uneven floor.[2]
Con:
- Its top takes 20 kg against 80 kg on the 80 cm crate, which rules out heavier items.
Who should choose another option: Dogs over 30 kg or longer than 60 cm, who need a crate with a higher dog limit than the four picks.
PawHut Double Dog Crate with Divider (Best for Two Small Dogs)[3]
Why it was picked: It is the only pick with a divider, which makes two rooms for small dogs or one room for a large dog.[3]
| Specification | Details |
| Price | £234.99 |
| Overall size | 120 x 60 x 88.5 cm |
| Inside size | 113.4 x 51.6 x 78.9 cm |
| Sliding door | 31.3 x 69.4 cm per door |
| Dog limit | Two small dogs under 35 cm and 8 kg, or one large dog under 60 cm and 30 kg |
| Maximum load | 50 kg inside and 60 kg on the top |
Pros:
- The divider can be removed to give one large room.
- Both sliding doors lock.[3]
- Each room measures 55.8 x 51.6 x 78.9 cm with the divider in.[3]
Con:
- At 120 cm wide it needs 40 cm more wall space than the 80 cm crate, so it rules itself out of the tightest rooms.
Who should choose another option: Buyers with a floor space limit of 80 by 60 cm, who should choose the 80 cm white crate.
PawHut Oak Dog Crate with Drawers and Wheels (Best for Storage and Moving)[4]
Why it was picked: It is the only pick with drawers and five rolling castors, so it suits storage and moving.[4]
| Specification | Details |
| Price | £139.99 |
| Overall size | 100 x 56 x 81 cm |
| Inside size | 95 x 48 x 56 cm |
| Sliding door | 48 x 49.5 cm |
| Dog limit | Under 25 kg and under 55 cm long |
| Maximum load | 50 kg inside, 50 kg on the top and 10 kg per drawer |
Pros:
- Two drawers hold 13 litres each for leads, bowls and toys.[4]
- Five castors let it move between rooms for cleaning.[4]
- The side door has a lock.[4]
Con:
- Its inside is 56 cm tall against 71 cm on the walnut crate, so a taller dog may not be able to stand without touching the top.
Who should choose another option: Dogs over 25 kg or longer than 55 cm, who should choose the 98 cm walnut crate, provided they are within its 30 kg and 60 cm limits.
Which Dog Crate With Sliding Doors Should You Buy?
Match your situation to the pick below.
- For a dog up to 20 kg in a tight corner, choose the PawHut 80 cm Sliding Barn Door Dog Crate, White.[1]
- For a dog up to 30 kg, choose the PawHut 98 cm Walnut Sliding Door Dog Crate.[2]
- For two small dogs, or one large dog that can use the full space, choose the PawHut Double Dog Crate with Divider.[3]
- For storage and easy moving, choose the PawHut Oak Dog Crate with Drawers and Wheels.[4]
- If your dog is over 30 kg or longer than 60 cm, none of the four picks suits it, so check the dog limit on any other crate before you buy.[2]
For dogs above the limits here, or for a different size or finish, the full Aosom UK dog crate range has more options to compare.
FAQs
1. Are furniture dog crates safe?
Use them within the dog limit and maximum load set for each model. The 80 cm white crate has anti-chew steel bars, though it is not suitable for destructive dogs.[1]
2. What is dog crate furniture made of?
3. How do I clean a dog crate?
A damp cloth is enough for the 80 cm white crate, whose melamine panels and powder-coated steel bars wipe clean.[1] Check each model’s own care instructions before using any cleaning product.
References
[1] Aosom UK. PawHut 80 cm Dog Crate Furniture with Sliding Barn Door for Medium Dogs, White.
https://www.aosom.co.uk/item/pawhut-80-cm-dog-crate-furniture-with-sliding-barn-door-for-medium-dogs-white~27QHGHFFA2001.html
[2] Aosom UK. PawHut Dog Crate Furniture with Sliding Door for Large Dogs, 98 x 60 x 78cm, Walnut Brown.
https://www.aosom.co.uk/item/pawhut-dog-crate-furniture-with-sliding-door-for-large-dogs-98-x-60-x-78cm-walnut-brown~1RGGUKD61IO00.html
[3] Aosom UK. PawHut Dog Crate Furniture for Large Dogs, Double Dog Cage for Small Dogs.
https://www.aosom.co.uk/item/pawhut-dog-crate-furniture-for-large-dog-double-dog-cage-for-small-dogs-with-divider-sliding-doors-white~1FJ83IBT19000.html
[4] Aosom UK. PawHut Dog Crate Furniture on Wheels, Dog Cage with 2 Drawers, Sliding Door, for Medium Large Dogs, Oak Tone.
https://www.aosom.co.uk/item/pawhut-dog-crate-furniture-on-wheels-dog-cage-with-2-drawers-sliding-door-for-medium-large-dogs-oak~21USQTLA9K001.html
[5] PDSA. Crate training your dog.
https://www.pdsa.org.uk/pet-help-and-advice/looking-after-your-pet/puppies-dogs/crate-training