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    Home » DIY » pet projects » Repurposed Crib Dog Crate

    Repurposed Crib Dog Crate

    Published by Gail | Published December 5, 2014 | Updated December 14, 2022
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     I am excited to share my Repurposed Crib Dog Crate. It is December! I can't believe how fast time flies, and it just keeps getting faster. Either I am having fun or just getting old!
    If you follow me at MyLove2Create you may remember when I introduced you to our new puppy Sunny. Well that was back in July and she has grown...A LOT!

    Repurposed Crib Dog Crate

    MyLove2Create Repurposed Furniture turning a Crib into a Dog Crate

    Dog crates can be expensive, like almost $200 dollars expensive, at least for the extra large size. Poor Sunny was so cramped in her old crate and with it being Christmas time I couldn't afford to buy a new one. So my only option was to build it,  I knew just what I needed...

    An Old Crib

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    A Crib! This crib was solid wood and great quality, perfect. Thank you Craig's list free section!

    Determine crate size needed

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    The first thing I needed to do was determine my crate size. I looked online at extra large crates to see how big they were, and let me tell you they are HUGE! Seriously. I went for the smallest XL option, because it had to be able to fit through the doorways in my house.
    The final dimensions of the repurposed crib dog crate is  27 inches wide, 46 ½ inches long, and 33 inches tall. The crib ends above were cut  to 27 inches wide. I cut one crib top off (top left) and then measured where to cut the second (top right).
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    I got rid of the long side boards as well, they made it too wide to fit through the doors.

    Use Side Rails

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Once the ends were cut to size I was able to figure out how to make the sides. I placed a crib rail over the end piece and added boards until I had what I wanted. I was using the cut end to know how tall to make the sides, since they need to be the same height. The top white board (a 1x3) came with the crib, and then I used 1x2's for the side and bottom. Luckily I had these in my stash.
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
     I cut down the crib rails and my 1x2's and 1x3's to make the sides. I laid it out on the lawn and was so proud of my self until I realized what I had done.
    Hello?!! Can you guess what I did wrong? Ok...
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    I forgot to measure with my crib end and I cut my side 1x2's too short, see the gap. Ugh! This is why you have to be very careful when you are winging it. I thought I would have to got to the store, but I barely had enough 1x2's to re cut.

    Frame Crib Ends

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    This is what I was supposed to do in the first place,  I am using the crib end to make sure my cuts are the right height. Lesson learned. Until I forget and do it again, which I am sure I will. 🙂
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Much better.

    Drill Pocket Holes

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Next up? Pocket holes!! I know when I am drilling pocket holes it is almost time to build and I get excited. My Kreg Jig was used to drill all the frame pieces. I also added pocket holes on the long pieces for attaching my top and bottom boards.
    Need more details on using a Kreg Jig? See my article How to use a Kreg Jig Pocket Hole System
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Then I drilled some in the crib ends and the crib rails. I love my Kreg Jig , it totally makes me happy.
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    I only drilled pocket holes in the back crib rail. The front rail will be on hinges so it didn't need them, but it did need to be cut in half. I measured and used my miter saw to do the job.
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Using my Kreg Right Angle clamp to help me out, I attached the frames with gorilla wood glue and 1and ¼ inch pocket hole screws.
    I have done this so many times and rarely have my wood split, but this time I had several splits. I'm pretty sure these furring strips were the reason, they were scraps and weren't in the best condition. I had to do some gluing, clamping, and waiting...not fun.
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Here I am adding the crib rails. The photo on the left is the back piece, and the right photo is the front with the gate. I added hinges on all four ends, so both sides open.

    Attach sides of crib dog crate

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Next, I attached my sides to the ends, again using the right angle clamps. Not sure how I used to build without these!
    I also had some wood splits here too, but in the crib wood, more gluing and clamping. I  always check my settings when I drill pocket holes, so I know that isn't the reason. Hmmm maybe the cold weather? Who knows... thank goodness I could fix it.

    Plywood for bottom of crib dog crate

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    My father in law gave me some free plywood that his neighbor was throwing out and I used my biggest piece for the bottom of the crate. I set the crate on top and traced my cut lines.
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    After I cut it with my circular saw I brought it in to see how it fit. I just popped it on the top. I guess if I didn't want a bottom for the crate I could have been done...

    Fashion the top of the crate

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Since I didn't have any wood big enough for the top of the crate, I had to improvise. I'm sure some of you recognized my barn wood top.
    I know, I know, you are probably sick of it! It's been used it in several of my contributor posts, My rustic industrial kid chairs, my repurposed cabinet doors into a desk, and my cubby shelf makeover. I can't help it... becauseI love it! (plus I have it and it was free)
    Anyway, I used it for this crate too. I made sure to cut my pieces to the same size as my plywood bottom. I had to cut one piece in half to make it fit (middle photo).
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    For my gate I needed a way to make it so the doors didn't swing in or out. I put a piece of wood on the bottom with a screw and washer (left) so I could turn it up to help keep the doors closed. I also put a stopper on the top inside to keep the doors from swinging inside the crate (right).

    Time to paint

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Then I painted it white.
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    While the paint was drying I glued and used bar clamps on  a couple of my top boards that needed some TLC. Oh the joy of working with reclaimed wood. It is totally worth it. 🙂

    Secure plywood bottom with pocket hole screws

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Here I am attaching my plywood bottom piece with the pocket holes I had previously drilled. I painted the edges of the plywood but not the middle.

    Peel and stick tiles line bottom of dog crate

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    I could have just painted the crate floor with floor and porch paint like I did to my sister's Closet/Laundry room makeover subfloor Here. But, A friend of mine said they had lined the bottom of her puppy's crate with peel and stick vinyl to cover the wood. It not only protects the wood, but makes a quick clean up if there was an accident. I knew Sunny wouldn't have an accident, but wanted to have the nice surface for easy cleaning.
    I got these at Home Depot for 99 cents each. There were some that were cheaper, but I wanted the thicker vinyl so I splurged. 🙂  Nine dollars total wasn't too bad. I simply placed them in the crate on the plywood, super easy!

    Attach wheels to diy crib dog crate

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    At the last minute I decided to add casters. I have had a stash of them hiding in my garage for almost 2 years. I found them on the curb in my city's spring clean up, sa-weet! They just needed a good scrubbing before I attached them to the bottom of my crate.
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Furniture turning a Crib into Dog Crate
    They look much better! And it is so easy to move the crate where I need it, I am glad I added them. See the Graco symbol? I couldn't get the dang thing off! Because of that, I ended up just nailing the top wood pieces on.

    Sand & Seal barn wood top

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    I sanded them and sealed them with 3 coats of poly, no need for staining on this old wood. I also nailed support boards on the underside to attach them together like I did on the boards in this project. Can you blame me for loving this wood? Plus for now, this crate will be in my room, so I wanted it to be pretty.

    Details of Repurposed Crib Dog Crate

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Here are some shots of how we get Sunny in and out. I spent less than fifteen dollars for the hinges and this bolt thing. So I guess my total for this crate was just under $25 dollars. I am actually loving the bottom piece of wood that I just turn, it would have been fine to have one on the top too, that would have saved me 5 or 6 bucks.
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    And a close up of the nice marble vinyl floor! It is super smooth I am really glad I put it in, even if I can't lay it totally straight, lol! I filled in the small cracks with spackle, an easy fix. 🙂

    large dog in crib dog crate

    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Sunny LOVES it! She can stretch out, stand and...
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    Sit! So much better than that tiny ugly wire crate. (Sorry no before, should have thought of that)
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    I just have to make a nice pad for her, but an old comforter works for now. Here it is in my room, I was excited to do some decorating for Christmas on the top! The top would also be a great place to put a TV or hutch...oh, and don't mind the walls, over 4 years since we moved in and I still haven't painted them. I was planning on doing it after my Master Closet Makeover, which is my favorite project to date, but it kind of wore me out. So I took a break, and never got back to doing my room! Such is life.
    MyLove2Create: Repurposed Crib into Dog Crate
    So what do you think? We love it, and my kids had fun locking each other inside, this thing is a beast. I guess you have to have a beast crate if you have a beast dog. I personally think it kind of looks like those old circus cars from the old days...lol!
    If you like this repurposed furniture project using an old crib, I would love it if you came to visit me at my blog, MyLove2Create! I have lot of fun ideas and tutorials on my Project page. I hope to see you there!
    Hugs!
    Mindi
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    About Mindi

    Mindi is a wife, mother, runner, dancer, and a lover of all things fun and DIY.

    A few years ago she discovered blogs and fell in love with the idea that she could do things she had always dreamed of doing. Like build furniture from pallets, and make cool projects for her home.... Mindi was inspired by other bloggers that empowered her to create.

    Mindi decided to give back and possibly reach someone out there that has a desire to create like herself. She believes we all have that desire in some form or another, and we all DO create in our own way, every day. Whether it be crafty or not, even creating happiness in others is a gift that many share.

    Mindi loves to learn and use that knowledge to make beautiful and useful things for her home.

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    1. Danielle

      March 20, 2022 at 1:29 pm

      WOW! Very impressive! Gail, I have been following you for about a year now and am in awe of your creativity. Thank you for sharing Mindi's project. Both Sunny and the new crate are beautiful. Not the eyesore of metal crates and your puppy seems to really like it. I have 3 big beasts, but they were rescued and they were never comfortable in a crate. I have a long way to go to become master the use of different tools and making pocket holes. I am slowly buying the equipment but wish I had a tutor! Any suggestion?

      Reply
      • Gail Wilson

        March 23, 2022 at 11:07 am

        Danielle,

        Thanks for your kind comment. Mindi is awesome! We pretty much started the same way--just jumping in and trying what we could. YouTube is great for tool tutorials. Mindi and I both try very hard to share picture tutorials to make it as clear as we can. 🙂 You just have to start somewhere. Pocket holes may seem intimidating, but they really make building a simple task once you get the hang of it. See my tutorial for Kreg Jigs here: https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/how-to-use-a-kreg-jig/
        Good luck! I'm here if you get stuck or ever need help. Shoot me an email, or drop a comment. I read it all!
        gail

    2. Annette

      July 14, 2020 at 9:10 pm

      Hi there! I know I'm pretty late to the party, so not sure if you'll see this 🙂 I would love to make a couple for both my dogs(70 pounds and 60 pounds) but I don't have access to many tools. Do you think it would be okay safety-wise to just use a drill to attach a piece of plywood onto the top of a crib and do the same with a thicker piece of plywood to help reinforce the bottom? I could use a handsaw to cut off the legs of the crib prior to this and then attach casters as shown. I'd love to hear your thoughts!

      Reply
      • Gail Wilson

        July 16, 2020 at 9:04 pm

        Annette,

        I read all of my comments (eventually) I didn't make this project, my good friend Mindi made it. You may have to use some brackets to secure the plywood to the crib rails. Maybe some metal plumbing (pipe holders) ??? The screws into the crib may not hold. But I think it's definitely doable. Not sure if it would work for such large dogs.

        If you get into it and have any questions, let me know. 🙂

        gail

    3. Brooke

      September 04, 2018 at 1:59 am

      I just love this project! Absolutely stunning!! I just had a quick question before I attempt to recreate it, how thick did the bottom piece need to be so that you don’t risk it sagging or snapping? And was curious if over the years if you’ve had any trouble with either? Thank you 😊

      Reply
      • Mindi

        September 04, 2018 at 10:57 pm

        Hi Brooke! I am so glad you like it! You will need a piece of 3/4'' thick plywood for the bottom piece, anything less wouldn't be sturdy enough. It has been almost 4 years since I built this crate for Sunny, and it is still as solid as the day I built it! Sunny loves it, it is her safe place, and she sleeps in it every night. I would love to see your crate when you finish, good luck! Thanks!

    4. Robyn

      September 22, 2017 at 5:08 pm

      Hello! I came across your post a year ago and promptly found a crib about to be taken to the dump - score! Life happened and I didn't get to the crib before the winter arrived and then we got a second dog. I have been thinking about making two and then saw a double dog crate. So I am merging the two! Using the reclaimed wood from the crib with a little extra to make a double doggie crate. Wish me luck!!

      Reply
      • Gail Wilson

        September 22, 2017 at 9:55 pm

        Lots of luck!

        gail

    5. Diana

      August 31, 2017 at 10:14 pm

      Hi Mindi, I absoultly LOVE the dog house. I was just wonderimng what type of dog is in the pictures? We have just bought a puppy that looks just like yours.

      Thanks

      Reply
      • Mindi

        September 01, 2017 at 11:20 am

        Thank you Diana! I am so glad you like the crate!! Sunny is a Rhodesian ridgeback, but she looks very similar to a Vizsla, same coloring but bigger and with ridge. 🙂

    6. James Assarasakorn

      June 30, 2017 at 11:38 am

      Hi Mindi!
      This is brilliant and so very creative.
      However, for me I think a wooden box will not be convenient for scratchy pets as they will be prone to breakdown.
      Thanks.

      Reply
      • Mindi

        July 01, 2017 at 12:08 pm

        Hey James, Thank you! You are so right, if your pet is scratchy or chews on things a wooden crate wouldn't be the best option. My dog Sunny has never had a problem with this, so I guess I am lucky! She sleeps in this same crate still and loves it!

    7. Katie

      June 02, 2016 at 1:15 am

      Oh my goodness I'm so excited we still have my kids crib and my husbands crib.... I can't wait for these to be made!!

      Reply
    8. Kristin

      April 20, 2016 at 8:57 am

      Hi! I love this repurpose! Did you use white spray paint on the crib or regular latex paint? Making one right now!

      Reply
    9. Kathryn | JASSAMINE ELAINE

      February 26, 2016 at 1:54 pm

      Seriously obsessing over this dog crate. SO creative and chic! It's like a little doggy palace. thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • Denise Enders

        April 01, 2016 at 2:20 pm

        Does anyone know someone who would make this for me? Please... Denise Enders

    10. Kristina

      January 10, 2016 at 9:24 am

      Can we buy these from you

      Reply
    11. Tisha Mondy

      October 22, 2015 at 8:35 pm

      Hi. My mom and I found this and decided to build a medium sized crate for a dog for a fundraiser. We got everything together that we needed and got started measuring and cutting and laughing and talking and....well, we got to putting the 2 ends on the sides. Well, the ends totally did not match up and after fighting with it to figure out how to fix it, we left it for my dad to finish. Though it did not work as well as we had hoped, it was an awesome time for a mom and daughter to have a great time doing something totally new and different. We just passed it off to my dad yesterday, so not sure how it is going at this point. He has until Thanksgiving weekend to finish it up, if he can fix it. Sometimes things work out and sometimes, not so much. 🙂 Thank you for posting this.

      Reply
      • gail@myrepurposedlife.com

        October 22, 2015 at 9:11 pm

        I loved reading your story Tisha! It's something I could my daughter and I doing together. I recently heard a podcast that mentioned "it's the things that go wrong that make life memorable--the things we can laugh about later". I'm so happy you found Mindi's repurposed crib dog crate.
        I hope it goes well for your dad.

        gail

    12. Celeste Rice

      August 13, 2015 at 12:35 pm

      I've been looking for something to use for a movable island for my kitchen. I think this idea would work great! It would add so many cup board ideas.

      Reply
    13. Jo

      May 06, 2015 at 12:03 pm

      hi there,
      I was wondering if we would be able to exchange emails, im a beginner when it comes to projects like this, I love the idea, I have a few questions I was hoping you could help me out with. Planning on building something similar for my dog with 2 crib pieces and some other materials I have lying around.(not sure if the wood I have will work).. Please help 🙂 Thanks a bunch Jo.

      Reply
      • gail@myrepurposedlife.com

        May 06, 2015 at 1:02 pm

        Jo,

        You should be able to respond to this comment via email.

        gail

    14. Colybean

      April 09, 2015 at 10:45 am

      Genius! Pure genius! Love it and when I finally get a dog this will be a great way to go for a crate! Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
    15. Diana Rambles

      March 25, 2015 at 9:35 pm

      This is amazing and inspiring!!

      Reply
    16. Glorybee

      March 23, 2015 at 1:24 pm

      Could not find PRINT icon-help??

      Reply
      • gail@myrepurposedlife.com

        March 23, 2015 at 7:45 pm

        If you right click the article on a pc, you can pull up the print menu.

        Let me know if you can't get it.

        gail

    17. Jacy Olson

      March 23, 2015 at 11:19 am

      Love this!!!!! I'm going to see if I can find cheap or free crib... Not in big rush, have 3 1/2 month old Akita pup..
      She will just love this and will look much better in our home that Kennel Cab... Thanks for posting directions!!!!!

      Reply
    18. Condo Blues

      March 23, 2015 at 9:59 am

      This is just brilliant. It looks so much better than my dog's plastic crate!

      Reply
    19. Audrey

      March 22, 2015 at 10:10 pm

      This is genius! I wonder if there's something I could use to rig up a similar but smaller solution for my tiny pup...

      Reply
    20. Melissa

      March 22, 2015 at 9:30 pm

      How big was the crib before you cut it down? I have a Great Dane puppy who just cleared 100 pounds - I am wondering if this would be a good option for when he is full grown. I made beds for our dogs using old outdoor cushions someone was tossing (no mold - just didn't like them anymore) but I think a crib mattress might be a better option when our boy is full grown! Thanks for the great ideas!!

      Reply
    21. Patti Johnson

      March 22, 2015 at 5:39 pm

      I love the crib/dog crate idea. I do have a suggestion for you. My dogs love a good, comfy dog bed but most of the ones filled with fluff break down over time and some are not easily washed because of their size. Memory foam and orthopedic beds are very expensive. I've been buying crib mattresses (Craigslist) for around $5 each, sometimes less, and I use the crib sheets to cover them. If there's an accident, the sheets wash and dry easily and you can readily find crib sheets at most garage sales. The mattress is vinyl and easy to clean. I keep one in the bedroom next to our bed and in the morning it's easy to shove it under the bed and get it out of the way. They are sturdy enough to hold a 100 pound dog and they're so much better than most dog beds.

      Reply
      • Jacy Olson

        March 23, 2015 at 11:21 am

        Great idea!!! Gonna look into finding used ones!!!

    22. lyn moon

      March 22, 2015 at 5:08 pm

      Wow. What an ingenious idea. I love it. I have a big dog also (she's still a puppy) but she will be outgrowing her large crate soon. I'm going to have to make me one just like yours. Thanks for the detailed instructions. I love the rollers. You can move it from room to room so much easier if you want her close to you. Yours looks like a nice piece of furniture. I just have to find me a free crib.

      Reply
    23. Pam

      February 06, 2015 at 9:12 am

      I love it...that is very creative.

      Reply
    24. Amy

      January 10, 2015 at 4:18 pm

      Is Sunny a Vizsla? She's beautiful - that crate is awesome. I will have to give it a try. Cheers!

      Reply
    25. Janette Ash

      January 09, 2015 at 6:28 pm

      Been sharing your photo and instructions with all my doggie connections. Very lovely and creative idea. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    26. laura

      December 15, 2014 at 1:39 pm

      Super cool idea!

      Reply
    27. Lisa

      December 11, 2014 at 10:48 am

      What a great idea! We got an early Christmas puppy and I was looking for a stylish option for her. I happen to have my daughter's crib in the attic that I was saving for just the right project. Tho it is a sleigh version so may be a bit tricky. But a growing doberman needs her space. Thanks so much for your wonderful walk thru!

      Reply
    28. Kathy Johnson

      December 09, 2014 at 1:32 pm

      This is gorgeous, and a very creative re-use of an old crib. But I have some safety concerns about the design. First, the curved openings in the corners where the crib ends meet the rails look big enough for a curious dog to stick a paw through them. My luck with inventive dogs always runs bad, and I envision that paw getting caught, causing the dog to panic and injure a leg. Second, some dogs are crate chewers, and could gnaw themselves out of a crate like this in no time. At the moment I can't think of a way around the chewing issue, other than to know your dog really well before putting them in a crate like this. But the corner opening problem could be fixed by cutting off the curved edges of the ends before assembly, or by not using a crib with that curved accent on the ends. 🙂
      As for a pad for inside the crate---will a crib mattress still fit in there? If so, get a used one and cover it with an old comforter. Our dogs used crib mattresses as dog beds for years and loved them!

      Reply
      • Mindi

        December 09, 2014 at 2:27 pm

        Thank you so much Kathy! I can see your concern with the opening, and you are right it would be an easy fix. Luckily Sunny has had no problem with it. 🙂 To address the chewing, I was concerned about that while I was building. I had a plan in my mind if Sunny thought she should try and "Eat" her crate, luckily she hasn't even tried. I know some dogs would, and so you have to be aware that this crate will not work for all dogs. I had planned to add hardware cloth on the inside of the rails if she attempted chewing, but I didn't have to worry about it, thank goodness. I made some laundry bin drawers with hardware cloth and you can see those here: http://www.mylove2create.com/2014/02/final-touches-master-closet-makeover.html It would be the same concept, except bigger. It might solve the chewing problem for some dogs, but probably not all. 🙂 That is a great idea with a crib mattress, I could cut one down to fit!

    29. Corene Teneriello

      December 09, 2014 at 11:59 am

      Do you make and sell the dog crib, I just love it, and do you ups it to customer. If so could you please give me a price to make it and send it to Dracut Mass Thank you Corene Teneriello

      Reply
    30. laura

      December 09, 2014 at 9:17 am

      I cannot even deal with your creativity...unreal! This is really so amazing and the best part is how it looks like a piece a furniture!

      Reply
    31. Eva

      December 08, 2014 at 12:13 pm

      How much to make one for me? I am in Colorado and I am a goat rancher. I often end up with baby goats in my kitchen being bottle fed, This would be so much better and easier than a standard dog crate and much better than a box.

      Reply
    32. Julie @ follow your heart woodworking

      December 07, 2014 at 7:30 pm

      Another great Mindi creation! You are so creative and also so productive!

      Reply
    33. Trish

      December 06, 2014 at 12:57 pm

      Fabulous! What a savings, oh but what a lot of work! I am to lazy to take on something of this magnitude.
      You did good again. Merry Christmas!

      Reply
    34. Poohla

      December 05, 2014 at 11:52 pm

      Sorry Gail, I did not read the first line of this post and was confused. Please pass this comment on to Mindi. Her crate creation is beautiful.

      Reply
    35. Poohla

      December 05, 2014 at 11:45 pm

      Gail, this crate is high end furniture quality. This could easily sell for $300 - $400 in some places. It works great for your needs and it is beautiful besides. My only concern is the castors are not the locking kind and I wonder if it wiggles around if Sunny stands up and moves around in the crate? Do you have a way to chalk it so it won't roll away with her in it? (not that it would roll too far, but maybe locking it would give her a bit more stability). A great job especially for building it on the fly and without a plan.

      Reply
      • Mindi

        December 06, 2014 at 12:58 am

        You are right to be concerned about the wheels not locking. If I ever use it on a hard surface I will for sure replace them with locking casters, the dogs safety is most important. In fact, the crate does not need wheels at all, I just knew I would need a way to move it when my husband wasn't around. I have the crate in my room on the carpet and the wheels do not move. I was worried about it at first, but have noticed that it has not been a problem at all, even when she stands up and moves in her crate. Maybe it is because they are older casters and don't roll very well, lol! Thank you so much for your concern and kind words! 🙂

    36. Joelle

      December 05, 2014 at 5:03 pm

      Hi there!

      I love it! much classier than those metal cages! What about adding a doggie door to one of the short ends? Then you can leave those big doors closed and Sunny could come and go as she pleases...just a suggestion.

      Reply
    37. Kate

      December 05, 2014 at 4:37 pm

      Clap! Clap! Clap! You have such an amazing imagination! Maybe someone will dump a load of cribs on you and ask you to make a circus train for their front yard.... which would be so cool.

      Reply
    38. Patricia

      December 05, 2014 at 3:46 pm

      Aaaahhhh! I'm screaming... this is so great!
      My daughter has an English Mastiff...she isn't full grown yet, I wonder if she'd fit in there?
      this is great for a big dog...I bet my Buster would fit (my mixed pup)

      Reply
    39. Tammy

      December 05, 2014 at 2:35 pm

      FANTASTIC...!!!!!!!!!!!

      Reply
    40. Edie Marie

      December 05, 2014 at 1:30 pm

      What a lucky puppy Sunny is! Your creation is awesome!!! I need something like that for our little Doxies. Thanks for sharing your genius idea with us.

      Christmas blessings, Edie Marie

      Reply
    41. Bliss

      December 05, 2014 at 9:29 am

      I don't always call my husband over to see the creativity of others, but yup - he was summoned, and I pinned it.

      Reply
    42. gail@myrepurposedlife.com

      December 05, 2014 at 9:23 am

      Mindi! This crib was the perfect piece to use for a dog crate! Oh my gosh, I absolutely love how you transformed the crib into a dog crate. That is the reason you are part of the MRL team!
      FREE? the best part. I've never seen a crib like this. Those ends could be so many things.

      Did you know Kreg has a smaller jig? It uses a smaller bit and screws. I think it would have worked great on those furring strips.
      Gail

      Reply
    43. Robin @ Redo It Yourself Inspirations

      December 05, 2014 at 8:57 am

      Love this! !!!
      Sunny’s crate is beautiful! I agree, the wire cages aren't appealing. Your crate is a very pretty and functional piece of furniture.

      Reply
    44. Judy

      December 05, 2014 at 8:05 am

      All I can say to this is WOW! Love it!

      Reply
    45. Niki Blake

      December 05, 2014 at 8:00 am

      Gail you never cease to amaze me! Beautiful!! Love it and the dog too!

      Reply

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