Originally Posted by Shanie (Post 4529333)

Hello everyone,

I'm finally going to get my lil pup soon. I have been shopping so I can have everything already when its time to bring her home. I have decided to get a a soft sided playpen since I think it would be more convenient to take it up and down the stairs and room to room when necessary. I want it big enough to be able to put her bed, toys, pee pads in there and also food and water bowl when necessary. I was thinking about going with the 45 inch one, I think that would be big enough for her to have enough room in. Have anyone used one that can tell me the size they have and your experience with them.

Originally Posted by mygirllacey (Post 4529335)

I have one for my pup Pepper Jack. I love it. The one I have has a permanent attached floor. Some have a floor that is attached by velcro. I would avoid those as they can leak. Here's a pic of Pepper Jack asleep in his little bed inside the playpen. I believe this one is 40 inches.

Originally Posted by ColesMommy01 (Post 4529338)

I had one just like that when Rasta came home. By the third month; he had made several holes by digging.:rolleyes: I had to trash it and buy a sturdier crate.

Originally Posted by Shanie (Post 4529374)

Yes, thats what I am afraid of. I read so many reviews and alot of people said the same thing. I got my fingers crossed that it work out for us.

Originally Posted by leslieann79 (Post 4529404)

I got this one for my new puppy. So far so good. Amazon.com: IRIS Plastic Exercise/Containment Pet Pen for Dogs, 35 by 24-Inch, Dark Gray: Pet Supplies

Originally Posted by ColesMommy01 (Post 4529406)

This is what I have. You can add extra panels for more space if you'd like and get a cover for around $15.

Originally Posted by mygirllacey (Post 4529401)

Here's the link on Amazon:

Amazon.com : Portable Doggie, Puppy, Cat, Kitten Play Pen, Small Size : Pet Supplies

Originally Posted by karen24 (Post 4529429)

I bought one for my little pup. I got the 46" Pawhut, which we are pleased with. Here is the link:

Amazon.com : Pawhut 46" Deluxe Soft Sided Folding Pet Playpen / Crate - Blue / Black : Soft Sided Dog Crate : Pet Supplies

I chose this because the bottom zips on and off. I wanted a removable bottom and top but the ones with velcro didn't seem to me that they would be secure. The top also zips on & off. I liked it because it is half solid, half netting. I thought that would make a nice shady spot in the summer when using it outside. I gives plenty of room to fit the items you listed. In our case our little one sleeps in his crate and is in his crate when we are not home (which is hardly ever, someone is always home here). So he is in the playpen when we turn our packs and are not playing with him. It keeps him safe when we are home, but otherwise engaged. I also liked the fact that this one came with a carry case for travel.

Tip: When you get it, pay attention the first time you unfold it, you will be happy when you go to fold it back up. Some people complained in reviews of pop up playpens that they can't figure out how to fold them back up.

Tip: I am fussy, and wanted to have an extra layer of protection for messes. I took an old vinyl tablecloth and folded it, taping it on the underside to fit exactly in the bottom of the playpen. It has been wonderful. Little accidents wipe up so easy. My pup did scratch at it, but he scratches and bites all the seams and anything he can get this mouth on. I just sprayed bitter spray on the seams and edges and of course gave him lots of toys to chew and play with.

Tip: When you close the zippers, see that they end at the top, not the bottom, so that your pup doesn't nose it open and escape.

Good Luck!!