The medium crate held up well to my 30-pound pulling test, and another reporter who tested the extra large size found it just as sturdy — naming it the top pick for the best large dog crates.

A properly sized crate can discourage your dog from engaging in extracurricular ... The large Fable (left) is massive compared with the medium version (middle) and even the large Impact (far ...

The best large dog crates are sturdy, sized appropriately, and comfortable for bigger breeds. Large dogs are typically classified as weighing at least 50 pounds and standing at least 24 inches tall.