Dakota 283 G3 Framed Door X-Large Dog Kennel

Review Summary

4.8

15 Reviews

93% (14)

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93% Recommend this product (14 of 15 responses)

By John Q.

Idaho/Nebraska

Dakota 283

September 24, 2024

Had to return the first one delivered. Turn around less than a week. Replacement fit and finish first class. Solid! Gun Dog guided me through the process. Can't say thank you enough for their support. Great company.

Pros

Well built. First class product.

Cons

None

By Judd W.

Peoria AZ

lightweight and durable

July 22, 2024

Fits perfect in the back of a F150 6' bed with a topper and decked draw system. I dont think I would ever use the Lock and Key system on it but the doors are nice and rigid as well.

By Scott

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Disappointed!!!

December 16, 2023

Thrilled with my Dakota kennel except the door won't lock!! Disappointed.
Having spent over $400 the bolt doesn't extend far enough into the strike plate to
allow the key to turn the lock. Hopefully Dakota will contact me with a solution.

By Steve

Whispering Pines, NC

Super Crate!

November 24, 2023

For the traveling wing shooter this crate is terrific. It's very solid and strong but not unbearable to carry into the hotel. Great piece of mind to know my dog is safe behind me in the jeep. No flimsy gate or holes to poke through. Just a solid metal latch. Simple and strong. I have a 30lb American Brittany and a medium is perfect.

Pros

Strong frame
Solid metal gate
Nice handle to carry

Cons

None

By Todd

Marble, Minnesota

Dakota kennel

July 27, 2022

Excellent service fast delivery

Pros

Light weight , great door latch

Cons

Little pricey

By Lyn

Texas

Love it

June 2, 2022

Love the handle. Much lighter and easier to move around than the Gunner. Our 58 pound lqb fits great in the medium. Great kennel. Would definitely buy another one

Pros

Handle
Lighter than a gunner
Great construction

Cons

Wish the blue color was in stock but love the color we got

By Paul L.

Illinois

Great kennel

May 27, 2022

Very high quality and comfy for the bird pups!! As always a pleasure doing business with Dun Dog Supply.

Pros

Squared not oddly shaped for ease of fitting in trucks or suv. Lockable door sturdy and well made constructions.

Cons

None so far.

By CBE

Tennessee

Great Kennel

May 24, 2022

I really like the Dakota 283. After listening to Tyler Webster podcast and hearing them as the one of the sponsors I wanted to try this kennel out.
I also have the Ruffland Kennel and this Dakota 283 kennel is such a better product. I really like the door and the fact it has a lock on it as well.

Pros

Made great, looks great, Locking door, no having to squeeze the latch like on the Ruffland.

Cons

Not many other than it is taller than the ruffland so it sticks up higher than the bed of my truck and I cant close bed cover.

By Win S.

Portola Valley, California

He Likes It

May 2, 2022

This crate is heavy duty and everything fits and works well. Hardware and materials exude quality. But perhaps most importantly, my one year old (today :) Black Lab, HARO, likes it! I highly recommend.

By Rick

Shreveport, La

Best dog crate ever

April 21, 2022

Very solid and well made

Pros

Tough and durable. Looks good too.

Cons

Latch is a little loud and startles the dog

By Howard

North Bend Washington

Rugged nice size

March 24, 2022

Rugged well built. Medium is a great fit for my growing Vizsla. Will work fine when she is full grown. This crate fits my Toyota 4 runner, above the safe in the back

Pros

Heavy duty
Nice sturdy door

By Keith m.

Cypress inn , TN

Dakota xl kennel

March 9, 2022

Awesome quality east to move

Pros

Light for the size and super durable

Cons

Handle could be different can be awkward to move with one person

By Dave

Amherst New York

Beautiful Crate

January 11, 2022

Ordered our new crate and 7 days later it arrived. What a beautiful crate it is. Well built and it is better than I could have ever imagined. Thank you Dakota 283 for restoring my faith in the manufacturing world and it is American Made.

Pros

Just a well made crate. With quality control checking before it leaves the factory.

Cons

Can't find anything wrong.

By Christa

Pennsylvania

Great Kennel!

October 27, 2021

We decided to buy this xl kennel for our 2 beagles. We love the sturdiness, durability, and easy to clean benefits this kennel offers. The xl is large enough for both our dogs to lay side by side and tall enough for them to sit or move if they need to.

By Capecodmike

Cape Cod

2nd Dakota Kennel

July 23, 2021

Was looking for a good quality kennel without buying the mercedes. Landed on the Dakota 283.

Bought a medium and a large. Very happy with the quality. The door hardware seems top notch. Latch seems very solid.

If your looking at kennels the Dakota is the mid price option. I am very happy with the purchases.

It will be a very very long time before I need a new one. I would definitely recommend this kennel. In my opinion spend a little more (cry once) the first time and you will be done for a long time.

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Dakota 283 G3 Framed Door X-Large Dog Kennel

Molded in one solid piece to handle all the abuse you and your dogs can give!

Ships factory direct, usually within 1-2 business days.

Need it to ship before Christmas?

To give our staff time to visit family and friends this holiday season, orders placed after 3 pm CT on December 23rd will begin shipping on January 2nd.

Customer Reviews

Dakota 283 G3 Framed Door X-Large Dog Kennel

Molded in one solid piece to handle all the abuse you and your dogs can give!

Ships factory direct, usually within 1-2 business days.Need it to ship before Christmas?To give our staff time to visit family and friends this holiday season, orders placed after 3 pm CT on December 23rd will begin shipping on January 2nd.

Customer Reviews

Ships factory direct, usually within 1-2 business days.

Need it to ship before Christmas?

To give our staff time to visit family and friends this holiday season, orders placed after 3 pm CT on December 23rd will begin shipping on January 2nd.