How to Measure Your Dog Crate for a Metal Replacement Tray

How to Measure Your Dog Crate for the Perfect Tray Fit

Measuring Your Dog Crate

⚠️ Most returns occur due to incorrect measurements. Always measure the interior floor.

Most sizing issues happen because the outside of the crate is measured instead of the interior floor. PortaTray trays are designed to fit inside the base of your wire crate, not around the outer frame.

Follow the steps below for the correct measurement.

How to Measure

Step 1
Remove the Existing Tray
If there's an existing tray in the kennel, be sure to remove it completely before getting started so you can access the crate’s interior base.
Step 2
Measure the Interior Floor Length
Place your tape measure inside the crate, resting flat on the bottom wire frame and measure inside from front to back.
Step 3
Measure the Interior Floor Width
Measure from the inside left to the inside right, resting the tape measure directly on the bottom wire frame.
Step 4
Order Slightly Smaller for Proper Fit
Order your tray approximately 1/4 inch smaller than your interior floor measurement so your new tray slides in smoothly.

Important: Crate Sizes Are Nominal

Crate labels such as “42-inch” or “48-inch” are nominal sizes. The interior tray space is always smaller.

Different crate styles, brands, and models can vary widely in posted size and internal measurement.

Always measure your specific crate before ordering.

Common Brand Measurements

Sizes may differ based on model and other factors. This chart is intended for reference. Always measure your crate before ordering.

Midwest
24" iCrate - 22.75" x 16.63" x 1"
30" iCrate - 29" x 18.25" x 1"
36" iCrate - 35" x 21.63" x 1"
42" iCrate - 41" x 27.38" x 1"
48" iCrate - 47" x 29.13" x 1"
You & Me
24" Crate - 24" x 16.9" x 1"
30" Crate - 30" x 18.9" x 1"
36" Crate - 36" x 22.2" x 1"
42" Crate - 42" x 27.4" x 1"
27" Crate - 27" x 29.3" x 1"
Frisco
24" Crate - 22.8" x 15.6" x 0.75"
30" Crate - 28.75" x 18" x 1"
36" Crate - 35" x 22" x 1"
42" Crate - 42" x 27" x 1
48" Crate - 47" x 29.13" x 1"
Precision Pet
24" Crate - 23.5" x 17.5" x 1"
30" Crate - 29" x 18.25" x 1"
36" Crate - 35.5" x 22.25" x 1"
42" Crate - 41" x 27.38" x 1"
48" Crate - 47" x 29.13" x 1