Our dogs are just about everything to us [1]: family, best friends, and companions. And when we're going to a friend or family member's home (or any place, really) that's dog-friendly, the question isn't whether we're going to bring our furry friend along with us, but how. Leashes are always an option, but if you have a little more room and want your favourite furry friend to be able to roam — or at least relax — more freely, a dog playpen is a great option. They're usually portable, collapsible, and come in a variety of options, so you can select the one that's perfect for your pooch. We've rounded up some of our favourites ahead.
Pet Trex 24" Playpen fFr Dogs
Things we love about the Pet Trex 24" Exercise Playpen For Dogs [2] ($30)? It comes with eight adjustable panels, a secure double-latch door, and ground anchors and stabilizers. Plus, it's a steal at just $30.
Iris USA 24" 4-Panel Exercise Pet Playpen With Door
The Iris USA 24" 4-Panel Exercise Pet Playpen With Door [3] ($35) is the perfect playpen for smaller dogs, and a great fit for apartment pet owners. It provides eight square feet of play space and a locking door, too.
MidWest Homes For Pets Folding Metal Exercise Pen
If you have big dogs, the MidWest Homes For Pets Folding Metal Exercise Pen [4] ($60) is for you. Each of the eight panels is 48 inches high so they won't be able to jump out.
EliteField 2-Door Soft Pet Playpen
The EliteField 2-Door Soft Pet Playpen [5] ($60) comes in multiple colours, folds into a carrying bag, and includes ground stakes. It's a comfortable choice for pets, indoors or out.
Ruff 'n' Ruffus Portable Foldable Pet Playpen
The Ruff 'n' Ruffus Portable Foldable Pet Playpen [6] ($39) comes with a carrying case and collapsible travel bowl. It also includes a removable shade cover to help keep pets out of the heat.
Tespo Pet Playpen
Made from clear plastic rather than grates, the Tespo Pet Playpen [7] ($56) is ideal for small dogs, and it's aesthetically pleasing, too!
Jespet Pet Dog Playpen
The Jespet Pet Dog Playpen [8] ($73) is a great soft-playpen option for larger dogs, with dimensions up to 61" x 61" x 30". Owners will also love the side-pocket storage options.
Iris USA 34" Exercise 8-Panel Pet Playpen With Door
We love the Iris USA 34" Exercise 8-Panel Pet Playpen With Door [9] ($70) because it looks just like a white picket fence for your favourite pup.
Tooca Dog Pen
If you're looking to give your pup a lot of outdoor space, the Tooca Dog Pen [10] ($150) is ideal. With 16 panels, you can create an enclosed space of up to 66.5 square feet for your dog(s).
Pop 'n' Go Pets Playpen
This Pop 'n' Go Pets Playpen [11] ($80) is way too cute, especially if your pooch wants to come camping, where it can also double as a sleeping crate. It's collapsible for easy storage and super portable at just five pounds.
40" Circular Portable Foldable 600D Oxford Cloth and Mesh Pet Playpen Fence
The cylindrical 40" Circular Portable Foldable Pet Playpen [12] ($30) is one of the chicer padded playpens out there. It comes in black and pink.
PawHut Outdoor Metal Small Animal Enclosure
If you have a particularly jumpy puppy, the roof on the Pawhut Outdoor Metal Small Animal Enclosure [13] ($99) might be right for you. We love that it provides shade, too.
MyPet Plastic Dog Pet Yard
The MyPet Plastic Dog Pet Yard [14] ($80) creates up to 18.5 square feet of space for your best friend. The collapsible panels come with carrying straps and won't scratch your floor if you decide to use it inside.
Iris 4-Panel Plastic Exercise Dog Playpen
The Iris 4-Panel Plastic Exercise Dog Playpen [15] ($37) is perfect for pampered pups. We love the pink colour, but it comes in blue, grey, and white as well.
Regalo My Play Portable Soft-Sided Dog Playpen
The Regalo My Play Portable Soft-Sided Dog Playpen [16] ($60) offers more visiblity than most soft-sided playpen options. It folds up like a camping chair and can accommodate pups of most sizes with its sturdy metal frame.