I ordered my oak crates through Dog Crate Central earlier this spring. Unfortunately, for me, as well as Dog Crate Central, their old supplier was having a number of problems. After about 8 or 9 weeks, (expected delivery was 6-8 weeks) I inquired about the status. Marcia, at Dog Crate Central got on my inquiry right away. Marcia apparently jumped the supplier, because I had a reply from the supplier in about a day. Long story short, the crates did finally arrive about 10-12 weeks after order. NOT Marcia’s fault.
The supplier was to provide nameplates for the crates…alas no plates. Marcia went above and beyond and ordered the nameplates from another supplier and sent them to me gratis. She has been “Marcia on the spot” when it has come to any customer service demand.
As you can see from the 6 pictures (directly below), the wood dog crate end tables look great and their dual functionality as a crate and end table are wonderful. The finish and composition of the crates are what I expected. I did purchase 2 glass tops from my local glass store to protect the finish, inasmuch as these are end tables in my game room. I would recommend the glass be purchased locally to avoid shipping problems.
Marcia tells me she has a new supplier for the wood crates. Looking at her website, these crates appear nearly identical to the ones I ordered through her, from her previous supplier. My only suggestion would be that maybe, just maybe, the crates could have been ordered a size smaller for my Brittanys. I ordered the large, based upon the ordering suggestions…35+ pounds. The brits will only top out at 35 lbs and height-wise will only be 19 inches high at the shoulder so I think the medium crate might have worked Of course, when my ever-loving wife does get mad at me there is enough room in the crate for me and the dogs!
The crates were an appeasement to my ever-loving wife to allow me to add the second Brittany to the family….we now have 2 brits and a cocker…anybody want a old cranky cocker?
I would recommend Marcia and Dog Crate Central wholeheartedly.