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Petmate Pet Porter Kennel

A classic plastic kennel for small-medium dogs

Updated October 2026

Quick verdict

A trusted travel kennel for small-medium dogs.

Strength
Stay-dry moat and four-side ventilation.
Trade-off
Bulky to store.
Right buyer
Owners flying or driving with dogs up to 25 lb.
Price seen
$39.99
Max. dog weight (seller)
25 pounds
Dog size
Medium
Dimensions (seller)
26"L x 18.6"W x 16.5"H
Product weight
5.4 pounds
Material
Blend
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Why it matters

The Pet Porter measures 26 x 18.6 x 16.5 in outside and 23.8 x 17 x 15.5 in inside, for pets of 20–25 lb. It has an easy-open latch, wire door, fold-down handle and ventilation on four sides. Petmate says it meets most airline cargo specifications, and a stay-dry moat pulls liquid away from the pet.

Who it's for, and who should skip it

Good fit if

  • Dogs 20–25 lb
  • Air cargo (check airline)
  • Car travel

Look elsewhere if

  • In-cabin flights
  • Dogs over 25 lb
  • Small homes

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Stay-dry moat
  • Cargo-friendly
  • Low price

Cons

  • Bulky
  • Plastic can crack
  • Size up if unsure

Limitations to weigh

  • For cargo travel, confirm the airline's kennel rules and secure the doors with zip ties if required.

Specifications

Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.

Price seen$39.99Retailer
Dimensions (seller)26"L x 18.6"W x 16.5"HRetailer
MaterialBlendRetailer
Features (seller)Airy, Comfortable, Durable, Lockable, SecureRetailer
In the boxPet CrateRetailer
Model number21090Retailer
Product weight5.4 poundsRetailer
ClosureLidRetailer
Dog sizeMediumRetailer
Uses (seller)TravelingRetailer
Max. dog weight (seller)25 poundsRetailer

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Final verdict

A good-value kennel for small-medium dogs.

Where to buy

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Questions buyers ask

What size dog fits the Petmate Pet Porter 26 in?
About 20–25 lb.
Is it airline friendly?
Petmate says it meets most airline cargo specifications.