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These are the bowls from our Dog Water Bowls range that attach to a crate or kennel: stainless steel hanging kennel bowls in pairs, removable bowl sets with mounting brackets, and a cage-mounted slow feeder and lick mat puzzle. They are for crate-trained dogs that tip their water bowl over, for travel crates, and for owners who want water available without a puddle.
Why use a crate bowl
A loose bowl in a crate gets knocked over, stepped in or pushed into a corner, leaving a wet bed and a thirsty dog. A bowl that hangs on the crate wire stays upright and at a consistent height, and it does not take up floor space.
The American Kennel Club advises that water should always be available and that if you cannot refill often, a bowl should hold enough for the day. For longer crate stays, a hanging bowl is the simplest way to make sure water is there.
Fitting a hanging bowl
Most hanging kennel bowls use a bracket with a screw clamp, or hooks that go over the crate wire. Check the bracket suits your crate's wire spacing and thickness. Mount the bowl at about the height of your dog's lower chest so it can drink comfortably standing.
Fit it near the door so you can refill without reaching to the back, and away from where your dog lies so drips do not soak the bed. Tighten the clamp so the bowl does not swing or rattle.
Size and material
Small 8 oz hanging bowls suit small dogs, puppies and short crate times. Larger dogs and longer stays need a bigger bowl. The American Kennel Club notes stainless steel is durable, easy to clean and dishwasher safe, which is why kennel bowls are almost always steel.
In a vehicle, fill the bowl partway so it does not slop out on corners. For dogs that eat too fast, the cage-mounted slow feeder and lick mat can hold a meal or a spread treat inside the crate.
Cleaning
Unclip and wash crate bowls daily, refilling with fresh water. The American Kennel Club advises cleaning water bowls daily and replacing any bowl that is damaged.
Check the bracket and screws each week for rust or loosening, and wipe the crate wire under the bowl, where drips collect. Chewed or cracked mounts should be replaced so they do not break while your dog is inside. Rinse and dry brackets so they do not rust.
Crate bowls for travel
On car trips, a hanging bowl keeps water in place better than a loose dish on the crate floor. Fill it only part way so it does not slosh over on corners, and offer a full drink at rest stops.
For air travel, airlines usually have their own rules about water and food dishes attached to the crate, so check before you fly. A clip-on bowl that can be filled from outside the door, without opening the crate, is the most practical design.
Should my dog have water in its crate?
For longer crate periods, yes. A hanging crate bowl keeps water available without spills. For short stays or overnight house training, ask your vet what suits your puppy.
How do I attach a water bowl to a dog crate?
Most kennel bowls use a screw clamp or hooks that fit over the crate wire. Check the bracket fits your wire spacing and tighten it so the bowl cannot swing.
What size crate water bowl do I need?
An 8 oz bowl suits small dogs and puppies on short stays. Larger dogs and longer periods need a bigger bowl, ideally holding enough for the time in the crate.
Are stainless steel kennel bowls dishwasher safe?
Most are. The American Kennel Club notes stainless steel is dishwasher safe and easy to clean. Remove any brackets with rubber parts before washing if the label says so.