How to build a Dog Crate | Made with 2x4’s and Rebar

[@xzxzxz-d4r]

I love that you included your mistake. Shows your a Man of character.

[@JK-es9wu]

nice to see a man not afraid ot sow his mistakes as he goes ... adds credibility ...

[@rbljackson]

thats a very nice piece of functional furniture that should last many years

[@lorialee5116]

I love the bottom panel idea! I was trying to see how to make the bottom not permanent. thanks!

[@ericcurley14]

I love that you showed the whole screw up process. Nice work. It’s sweet.

[@philbrownred6500]

It's ok to screw up and show it. It keeps us from making the same mistake. Subscribed!

[@PoposWoodworks]

Phil brownred Thanks!!

[@Ladfc889]

Thank you for this video, I have been racking my brain trying to find out how to make a dog kennel out of 2x4's

[@mariahinojosa3414]

Thank you for this video. I have watched several and I like yours the best. I will be making one soon for my puppy but I will be making adjustments due to my puppy growing up to be a big dog!

[@tomreilly1002]

This is awesome. We are getting a dog next weekend! My wife and I did not like the metal crates at the stores. We came across this crate and I bought the materials needed to build. I am looking forward to building it this weekend! Thank you for sharing!

[@judyscheiber3661]

NEVER put your dog in a crate. Integrate them INTO YOUR FAMILY where they are happiest. It's a jail to them and they have nothing to do for hours. It's keeping them alive, that's it. My 7 veterinarians agree. If you want a sad or unhealthy dog, put them in a crate for hours. Would you jail your kids?

[@johnnyd687]

I do a lot with rebar, wood, etc. Wife and I recently added a puppy to our family and he's nearly outgrown his wire crate. This is perfect and goes with our decor, too. I've seen similar wooden crates on Craigslist for big bucks, so this will be a fun weekend project. Thank you for the video! Johnny D.

[@rainbowfoxmagicgrrrl]

beautiful job!! 😍😍 Really appreciate the detailed play-by-play as you're building

[@PoposWoodworks]

rainbowfoxmagicgrrrl Thank you!!!

[@Hugo-Hernandez]

I just finally finished my dog crate today after working on it for two weeks taking my time with it. So I wanted to thank you because I followed your video to build mine it was super helpful thank you again

[@PoposWoodworks]

Awesome!! Glad you got it done and thank you!!!

[@rnorvegicus]

Thanks! I genuinely enjoyed this video. Your voice and manner are perfect for it. Your detail and editing are flawless. And, when all's said and done? That's one gorgeous cage too!

[@PoposWoodworks]

rnorvegicus thank you!

[@mstrdonmyshrt4219]

Awesome Idea, I'm gonna use your idea and modify it slightly to close in the bottom of my bedroom closet as a kennel. Also I can source most of this from offcuts at the new home construction in my area too. So reduced cost.

[@jasonroberts8206]

Really nice. I love the look of it. Considering building my own soon. Thanks for all the effort with the videos.

[@jorrba3934]

Great video. I will be making my first wood kennel this weekend. I been taking notes as far as what to buy. We all learned from our mistakes. One thing I'm thinking of doing is, drilling all holes for bar before installing. On the top frame i will drill all the way through the wood. Install frame. Insert the bars through the top.make sure hole on top is a bit bigger..once you line it up with bottom hole, tap it with hammer all the way in. You won't see the hole on top because your top will cover it. Anyways Thanks a lot

[@lisabarnes8004]

That’s precious, great job!!! Thank you for sharing! 🥰

[@joerudd5746]

I enjoy watching your videos Popo! You make it look easy! I like how you leave the hiccups in so if we wanted to do it we know about it too. Thank you Sir. Great build!

[@PoposWoodworks]

Joe Rudd thank you!!

[@GHOOGLEMALE]

Good job - certainly no dogs getting out of it. Great vid - Thanks

[@cburgh1373]

Beautiful job -- errors at first or not! I'm inspired to recreate this. Great video, sir!

[@jacobb52]

I’ve been researching ideas for one of these and this is amazing work. Looks awesome!

[@KeywordManagement]

Brilliant idea to leave the floor free floating. Great project!

[@PoposWoodworks]

KeywordManagement thanks!

[@PaganWizard]

Get those plastic dog crate liners from your local pet store, they only cost a few dollars. Use that as the inside measurement for the top and bottom of your wooden crate (which looks AMAZING BTW). Then if your pet has an accident inside the crate, you can remove the liner, clean it, and reinstall it without having to replace the wooden floor of the crate. I would also attach the top with hinges and some kind of latch to make cleaning the crate easier too.

[@ArmyVet76]

The wife wants me to build some for rabbits. Thanks for sharing this build. Gonna be fun 👍🏼

[@sandman2651]

this is the reason i like watching your content you have some really good projects,and leave the mistakes in as well,great job looks brilliant

[@PoposWoodworks]

mike nicholas thanks!!

[@texasRoofDoctor]

Nice work. No garage is complete without an archery target and wood stove.

[@MickelMart]

Beautiful! I’ll be using this as a guide for mine. Gonna have to make mine bigger for my German Shepherd! 😆

[@three8sacquisitions]

how big did you make it?

[@mc4kvb]

Plenty of room for your little baby dog to roam around in. Really sturdy and nice looking. Good job!

[@PoposWoodworks]

Becky's Texas Wood Shop thank you!!

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[@jorrba3934]

Hi Becky. I normally see you on with leah, seejanedrill. Lol

[@stephaniebarlow6701]

Thank your for the video! It looks awesome and I love that you included your “booboo” moment 😂 Def. Going to build for my shepherd, just bigger dimensions!

[@nextgreenlife]

Thumbs up for the video just because of this! :)

[@TiffanieNorris]

Beautiful work sir .💯👊

[@ramardukeankimelektaus373]

WOW.. I'M INFINITELY GRATEFUL + THANKFUL FOR ALL YOUR KNOWLEDGE + EXPERIENCE IN SHOWING US YOUR CREATIVE WORKSMANSHIP. FANTASTIC JOB. IT WAS A GREAT LEARNING EXPERIENCE FOR ME. JUST A SUGGESTION, YOU CAN MAKE A LIVING OFF THESE BY MAKING + SELLING THEM. PEOPLE WOULD EASILY PAY AT LEAST $350 FOR ONE OF THOSE, LOL. AT LEAST YOU CAN GET YOUR MONEY BACK FOR THE SUPPLIES + TIME TO WORK ON IT. THINK ABOUT IT.

[@charleseleeiii]

I imagine getting all this bars in the holes were a pain, so I'm going to drill the holes all the way through the top 2x4 and then I can just drop them in afterward the box is assembled. I'll just make sure the rebar is cut so that is maxes out against the box topper so I won't have to worry about the bars lifting up and out after the top is screwed down.

[@charleseleeiii]

Great step by step too by the way, really appreciate the video!

[@PoposWoodworks]

That would be a lot easier because it was a pain lining them all up.

[@kskerrysmiles]

Great Job! That is Beautiful! Thank's for showing & teaching :) Subbed!

[@RogerMcCauley-s1e]

Nice job I love the wood stove

[@Chanellefifteen23]

THAT'S GORGEOUS!!!

[@TheMabbasi]

Looks nice 👍

[@1941Design]

Looks great! I have been searching for a style i like. I will have to document my build for two Mini Aussies soon.

[@lVl1GGL3]

Way better than the metal crate!

[@PoposWoodworks]

mike mcclure yes it is lol. The wife’s happy so I guess I’m good till she comes up with something else.

[@greaseman93]

thanks for that, good video. turned out really nice too!

[@HeartlandMakesAndOutdoors]

Very nicely done sir, thanks for taking the time to share this with us and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Looks like you have had this built for a little over a year now, how is it holding up? What would you do differently if anything since you have had it for a while. Thanks again . Dale

[@PoposWoodworks]

Heartland Outdoor Living This one is holding up well. Still strong as the day it was built. “Even with the kids jumping and climbing on top of it”. Only thing I may would have done different is make the back side that’s against the wall solid with no bars. It would have been a lot easier and a whole lot lighter!

[@Lendley]

I like the way you go into detail in your video, can you build a farm house table?

[@PoposWoodworks]

Cody Lendley I actually already built one. But I will be building another one for a friend. I’ll make sure to video that one and put it up for ya!

[@TheRaulr151]

Very nice. Good job!

[@rlewis9608254]

Awesome just awesome.

[@joshhoffman9430]

first vid of your's I've watched, very nice!

[@PoposWoodworks]

Josh Hoffman thanks!!

[@scottryan7277]

Hey man did a pretty good job

[@PoposWoodworks]

Scott Ryan thanks!!

[@nayibherrera9099]

You were very thorough. You explained it perfectly. You’re good thanks now I’m going to do mine I’m sure I’ll get it done right this time. Thanks a lot

[@blkbeauti05]

I wish I could make thing, I love this.

[@MiSsToX1c]

This is an amazing build. Though I dont have the correct table saw for being able to cut the rebar is there another sturdy alternative I could use that would look great but also be sturdier then just wood?

[@PoposWoodworks]

MiSsToX1c I have built a few other dog crates and I ripped a 2x4 in half and used those as the bars. I put one pocket hole on each end, glued and screwed them when I attached to the sides. They are holding just as strong. (Makes the crate lighter also)

[@jasonroberts8206]

You can pick up a grinder at Wal-Mart for like $20 to cut the rebar. It will most certainly take a lot longer than the saw. You'll have lots of sparks for longer too so beware of fire hazards.

[@ellismedavoy7314]

wooden dowel rods will work.

[@onytay75]

Chances are your hardware store can cut em if you know the dimensions

[@MandyBoyd-r8u]

Why did you attach roof permanently? Now you can't remove floor to clean. With the side dowels, you could have put top and bottom on before joining to ends. And same with ends...put top and bottom on then join to sides. In other words, make the four sides then join together!??🤗 14:20

[@shawnfowler7782]

Great video!

[@kalaatchison5734]

What size is the cage. What size did you cut the rebar and the wood?

[@vortecmatt9939]

Bro I’ve threw dozens of videos and this is my favorite See you ride SxS Gonna check those out when I get a chance 👌🏼

[@sfcasarez]

Very nice. What color staun did you use?

[@LimitedShed]

Great job......nice turn out

[@dsm1991laser]

Where are you located? Would you consider making one and then shipping materials and me assemble? I just medically retired from the army and I'm unable to take the time to cut and measure but I can assemble. I just got a cane corso puppy for ptsd and want to get her one of these types of crates.

[@dakotawallace1156]

Replying to draw attention, see if we can help this man

[@flankers00]

The piece of 2x4 showed at 9:54. how did you put that one in there?

[@PoposWoodworks]

flankers00 That one was a pain, I had to get my wife and daughter to lend me some extra hands so we could work all the rods in together. Mainly a little time and a lot of patience

[@patrickwhalen4686]

What did you use to paint the rebar. Looking to find what is a safe paint to use in case he chews on the bars Thanks

[@PoposWoodworks]

I just used rustoleum spray paint from lowes. Our dog scratches at them but doesn’t chew them thank goodness

[@kennelizigadogspets1704]

Nice work 👍

[@mariamartinez-ju9br]

Can you build a double one for two dogs?

[@christinamack5200]

Can I purchase the measurements?

[@ashontayowens8010]

Awesome Video. Do you happen to have a parts list?

[@PoposWoodworks]

I don’t, I kinda figured it as I went

[@joejoe1738]

Thank you

[@breannacaitlin8086]

I love this, but I have a couple questions. What are the final measurements? What was the final cost?

[@PoposWoodworks]

breanna caitlin they were, 24 inches tall from floor to the top, table top was 39 inches long/24 inches wide, (that includes the top overhanging the box) Actual box was 37 inches long/23 inches wide/23 inches tall. Total price of materials were around $85.00 at Lowe’s.

[@michellejordan8214]

With a little oil rub could use it as a side table kennel right?

[@PoposWoodworks]

michelle jordan Yes you could!

[@mattpetersen3666]

What's the Kreg jig set at

[@djmckeev27]

Looks awesome! What stain is that?

[@PoposWoodworks]

Dylan McKeever thanks, it’s Minwax Dark Walnut

[@stevebillow395]

That turned out nice. How many 10' sticks of rebar did you use

[@PoposWoodworks]

I wanna say it was around 42 pieces of rebar, best I can remember.

[@francoditomaso8212]

If you never put this video on KZbin then I would’ve been lost

[@craiglawson1930]

Great video, just curious if you put down a piece of rubber on top of the flooring and if so what kind, thanks

[@PoposWoodworks]

Craig Lawson No, we put those puppy pads in the bottom in case the dog has an accident. They seem to work really well. Also we just placed a small blanket on the bed side that he likes to lay on.

[@paulpolivka1575]

What's the width of the boards you cut for the sides? Not the 30 inch. The other one. I'm in the process of building this!

[@PoposWoodworks]

paul polivka the left and right sides are 20 inches long.

[@mafoy901]

What is the cut sizes for the pieces of 2x4s?

[@PoposWoodworks]

Chaim Feierman Look 9 comments below yours with the name *Ginny Darnell*. I put the entire cut list under that comment in the reply section.

[@DegenDiver]

Do you think 1/2 aluminum rod would work?

[@PoposWoodworks]

Yeah they will work also. Reason I went with rebar was the cost factor.

[@DegenDiver]

@@PoposWoodworks still holding up well? I just drew up plans for a 42x31x31 and considering putting a cat tower on top. Thanks for the video. Almost bought a half ass particle board one for $300

[@smilingrin]

I love your video's because you make mistakes like the rest of us! Thank you for showing us your mistakes so we don't make the same... potentially.... LOL

[@Mtekag1]

This is awesome; do you think I can do this as a beginner wood-worker?

[@PoposWoodworks]

Mtekag1 this is the first time I had ever tried to build one like this. It’s really not that difficult as long as you take your time and always Measure twice before cutting or drilling lol.

[@tuamater1]

how much did the whole thing cost?

[@PoposWoodworks]

Noah Hurt best I can remember around $100

[@PaganWizard]

@@PoposWoodworks Today that Craft Master's panel costs over $100 by itself. I am about to build a kennel like this but instead of spending that much, I'm just going to get some 1 X 6's, and glue them up using my flag making jig. I got those plans here..... kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5zdoJWwa6h6fbc

[@vonjournet]

So cage is 2ft wide ?

[@starbwoygamingmore7128]

And what the length and width

[@rubymartinez3488]

Do you build and sell?

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Nice!

[@virnafarm9059]

How heavy does the rebar make this? Looks beautiful!!

[@PoposWoodworks]

It’s pretty stout. 2 people can move it easily. I moved it myself with a dolly

[@BillyVandergaw]

How much does it weigh? I am torn between spending $400+ for an aluminum 2-dog crate for my truck, or making something just like this for less than $100. Just wondering how heavy it is with all the wood and rebar together.

[@PoposWoodworks]

Billy Vandergaw I’m not sure of the exact weight but it’s pretty heavy. I can pick it up by myself but it’s hard to move it because it’s awkward. Definitely better with 2 people. If I did a guesstimate I’d say it’s around 60 to 70 pounds. Most of the weight is the rebar of course.

[@jasminerodriguez1362]

What size is the rebar?

[@PoposWoodworks]

It’s 1/2 inch

[@sportscentral4905]

@@PoposWoodworks where can one get to buy?

[@hollerbredkennels3579]

Looks great man! If u don't mind me asking what color stain did u use??? Did u say dark walnut?

[@PoposWoodworks]

Yep it’s Dark Walnut by minwax

[@kkutube1972]

Love it

[@cohenhix9612]

Thank you for showing your mistake! I can appreciate it!!!

[@ACLUNACRJ]

And what was the final dimensions of the build?

[@barbarapisarski4144]

I believe it ended up being 20 x 30 x 24.

[@ACLUNACRJ]

@@barbarapisarski4144 thanks!

[@jeanniealford4234]

I thought you were building a barn for a horse. Great job. Your little pooch has room to stretch his legs.

[@michaeleversole8766]

Would the dimensions of this crate be a good size, for my female Australian sheperd? Has escaped twice from the cheap crate. My wife and I believe out 105 pound German sheperd my be help her. They're both a year old.

[@michaeleversole8766]

She

[@PoposWoodworks]

Mike Eversole how much does your Sheppard weigh? I made a crate for my neighbor the same size and his is about 50lbs and fits fine. You could always measure the crate she’s in now and build the wooden one to those dimensions

[@emirhanozbahar9309]

How much do you measure?

[@starbwoygamingmore7128]

Nice video did u make the door from 2×4 also

[@PoposWoodworks]

STARBWOY TV DANCEHALL & MORE I used the project panel for the floor. I cut it to fit just shy of all 4 walls so I can lift from the bottom and remove if I have to replace it due to dog accidents. Also I will have to measure when I get back in town and let you know.

[@PapaDeLaSon]

@@PoposWoodworks you won't be lifting it through the top since you glued that down. But you can always unscrew the feet and let it just fall out of the bottom.

[@alexbishop2689]

Looks great! I’m looking at making something similar for a friend, but I was hesitant on using rebar until I saw your video. What did you paint the rebar with? Did it ever get future rust or does it completely keep it from rusting?

[@PoposWoodworks]

Alex bishop Thanks, I used the basic rustoleum spray paint you buy at Lowe’s or Home Depot. It’s been a while since the build and my dog has gave this crate the treatment and believe it or not still no rust. Now I did take the time to knock all the rust off prior to painting “which was time consuming” but it was worth it. I wish KZbin would let you post pics in comments so I could show you. But it does look the same as the day I painted it.

[@alexbishop2689]

Popo's Woodworks awesome! Can’t wait to get in the shop and get it done. Thanks again for the tip!

[@bigcountry7135]

Great video dude

[@ginnydarnell7014]

Hi popo’s could you do me a Huge favor and send me a material and cut list for this. Some of it is cut out of the video and my fiancé and I need to build this for our dog!! Please please

[@PoposWoodworks]

Ginny Darnell ok, here you go.... starting with the 2x4’s: 4 pieces cut to 30 inches (these go along the top and bottom of the front and back of crate. Horizontal) 4 pieces at 23 1/4 inches (legs, parallel) 4 pieces at 20 inches (this is for the top and bottom of both “short” sides horizontal again) 1 piece at 16 1/4 inches ( this is the front center upright for door parallel) 2 pieces at 16 inches ( top and bottom of door. Horizontal) 2 pieces at 9 inches ( left and right side of door parallel) Rebar is 1/2 diameter cut at 18 inches long. ( how many will vary on how you want your spacing) I think I drilled the hole a little bigger and about a half inch deep. Inside crate floor is 20 1/4 inches wide 34 1/4 inches long ( this is a project panel from Lowe’s) Crate top is 39 inches long by 24 inches wide (this is also a project panel) gives about an inch overhang on all sides. 4 pieces of 3/4 inch thick 5 inch wide 6 inch long blocks for the feet. Place one on each corner. This way if the dog messes the wood up over time you can replace the bottom board without needing tools. Just lift it up from the bottom and slide it out. All 2x4’s were joined with glue and pocket hole screws. I used the kreg jig with 2 1/2 inch screws. Then of course you will need 2 hinges of your choice and a gate lock. P.S...... I found some scrap about 1/8 inch thick for the spacing of the door so it wouldn’t rub. Hope this helps!! This thing will last forever lol.

[@debrawortham6307]

@@PoposWoodworks Thank you so much. I have looked hi and low for an economical way to secure my pets. I have the tools to get started. With your help of experience and knowledge I can now start

[@debrawortham6307]

Thanking you once again. I hope to use pallets I have on hand. For the project list you had provided .My major cost will be the hardware (locks, hinges) rebar and Kreg jig. A very economical project .

[@brianbissell3053]

@@PoposWoodworks ​ @Popo's Woodworks I am curious, in your video you have a single (1) project panel of 24" x 72". You said you cut it in half yet the measurements you listed out here are of 39" for the top and 34-1/4" for the bottom totalling 73.25"?? Did you in fact purchase two (2) project panels or did you mistakenly write out the measurements? Thanks!

[@jacksonbrents2010]

Would you make one and sell it??

[@clintwinchester9560]

How much cost in total supplies? Thanks

[@PoposWoodworks]

Clint Winchester I think around $100 or so best I can remember

[@aardhond]

Dog Boxes like that go here for around the 500€ i bet you sell it fast

[@kozmo963]

Can you Mack a dog box

[@PoposWoodworks]

I haven’t yet, I don’t need one and haven’t had anyone needing me to make them one.

[@Emeraldmaster100]

Hey men thats a great job.... do you think you can send me the all measurements for that job ??

[@tuamater1]

same

[@niles7428]

Mr POPO! How much to make me one?

[@taylorsciame15]

Would you be interesting in selling one if I would pay you to make it ? Thank you. I've been on the hunt for a high anxiety crate. All the ones I find are $500 and up

[@tabistubbs9925]

@@troywayne8759 what size did you make? What was the final price of the project? Thanks!

[@tabistubbs9925]

@@troywayne8759 that's actually not bad. I'm looking into making a double for a 60lb and a 50lb to share. Thanks for the info!

[@stephencollinsmusic8761]

Hi, what color stain did you use?

[@PoposWoodworks]

Stephen Collins Music Dark Walnut by minwax

[@stephencollinsmusic8761]

Popo's Woodworks thank you so much! Great video! I will be following from now on!