Exercise pen · MidWest

MidWest Exercise Pen

The classic exercise pen

Updated October 2026

Quick verdict

The default exercise pen.

Strength
Trusted maker, door and ground anchors.
Trade-off
30 in is low for jumpers.
Right buyer
Owners of Frenchies, Terriers and Dachshunds.
Price seen
$29.99
Dog size
Medium
Dimensions (seller)
62"L x 62"W x 30"H
Product weight
12.3 pounds
Material
Wire
Closure
Latch
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Why it matters

Eight 24 x 30 in panels create about 16 sq ft for breeds like French Bulldogs, Terriers and Dachshunds. A step-through door has a slide-bolt latch with Paw Block, thumb snaps join the ends and four ground anchors steady it outdoors. It can stand alone, attach to a crate or work as a gate, and folds flat. One-year warranty.

Who it's for, and who should skip it

Good fit if

  • Small and medium dogs
  • Crate add-on space
  • Indoor or yard

Look elsewhere if

  • Jumpers
  • Large dogs
  • Unsupervised outdoor use

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Trusted maker
  • Step-through door
  • Very low price

Cons

  • 30 in height
  • Wire can scratch floors
  • Can be pushed

Limitations to weigh

  • Choose a pen at least a few inches taller than your dog standing on its back legs if it is a climber or jumper; supervise at first.

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$29.99Retailer
MaterialWireRetailer
Dimensions (seller)62"L x 62"W x 30"HRetailer
Dog sizeMediumRetailer
Product weight12.3 poundsRetailer
In the box4 ground anchors, 4 thumb snaps, Exercise PenRetailer
Model number552-30DRRetailer
Warranty1-Year Manufacturer's WarrantyRetailer
ClosureLatchRetailer

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Final verdict

A reliable, cheap exercise pen.

Where to buy

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Questions buyers ask

How big is the MidWest 30 in pen?
About 16 sq ft.
Does it have a door?
Yes, with a slide-bolt latch.