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Truck Dog Kennels

Truck dog kennels for hunting, training and road trips: one-piece rotomolded Dakota 283 kennels and Zinger aluminum crates that ride in a truck bed, back seat or SUV cargo area, plus the straps, cover and fan to set them up.

Choosing a kennel for your truck

  • Under a bed cover: the Dakota 283 T1 Low Profile Kennel is 20 inches tall outside and fits under most tonneau covers.
  • Open truck bed: the G3 Framed Door Kennel comes in four sizes with a keyed metal-framed door. The CRaTE is lighter (35 lb in Large) if you lift it in and out often.
  • Strong or high-drive dogs: the Hero Kennel has small, chew-resistant vent holes and was built for working dogs.
  • Loading from the side: the 2D Side Entry Kennel has a front door and a side door.

Measure your dog sitting (floor to the top of the head) and standing (nose to the base of the tail), then compare with the interior sizes in our Dakota 283 kennel size guide. Check the exterior size against your truck bed, cab or cargo area.

Tie it down

Always strap a kennel down in an open truck bed. Dakota 283's warranty doesn't cover damage from falls when a kennel isn't tied down. The Dakota 283 Ratchet Strap holds it in place, the Mud River Kennel Cover fits over G3 kennels, and the Dog Crate Ventilation Fan plugs into your vehicle's power outlet to keep air moving.

Shop all Dakota 283 kennels or hunting dog supplies, or call or text a pro at 737-215-3211 with your truck model and your dog's size.

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Truck Dog Kennels FAQs

What dog kennel fits under a tonneau cover?

The Dakota 283 T1 is 20 inches tall outside and fits under most tonneau covers. Measure from your bed floor to the underside of the cover before you order. Its interior is 19.5 inches tall, so it suits small to medium dogs or dogs that ride lying down.

How do I secure a dog kennel in a truck bed?

Run a ratchet strap over the kennel to your bed's tie-down points so it can't slide or tip, and check it before every drive. Dakota 283's warranty doesn't cover damage from falls when a kennel isn't tied down. The Dakota 283 Ratchet Strap is made for its kennels.

What size truck kennel does my dog need?

Your dog should be able to stand, sit and turn around inside. Measure your dog sitting, from the floor to the top of the head, and standing, from the nose to the base of the tail, then compare with each kennel's interior dimensions in our Dakota 283 kennel size guide.

Can my dog ride in the truck bed in a kennel?

Many hunters carry dogs in a kennel strapped into the bed, but rules on dogs in open truck beds vary by state, so check your local laws. Keep the kennel tied down, give your dog shade and airflow in hot weather, and never leave a dog in a closed truck in the heat.

Still have a question? Text a pro at 737-215-3211 or send us a message.