Dakota 283 G3 Framed Door Dog Kennel with Dakota Guard Antimicrobial Protection | Heavy Duty Travel Dog Crate

Dakota 283 G3 Framed Door Dog Kennel with Dakota Guard

From hunting trips to daily training, the Dakota 283 G3 Framed Door Dog Kennel with Dakota Guard delivers rugged construction and practical convenience for dogs on the move. This heavy-duty dog travel crate combines the G3’s framed door design with antimicrobial technology integrated into the kennel material, making it a versatile option for hunting dog handlers, working K9 owners and multi-dog households.

The framed door features a keyed paddle latch for lockable access, while an easy-grip handle helps with lifting and positioning. A built-in drain hole simplifies rinsing out dirt and debris after muddy field days, and the stacking recess supports organized kennel arrangements. Whether you’re preparing for a weekend hunt or managing a busy training routine, the G3 brings useful details together in a durable dog transport kennel.

Dakota Guard antimicrobial protection is blended into the kennel itself. This integrated technology complements regular cleaning; it does not replace washing and disinfecting the crate or guarantee protection against illness.

Available in Small, Medium, Large and X-Large, the G3 gives owners searching for a hunting dog kennel, lockable dog travel crate or large dog transport kennel a range of sizing options. Molded and assembled in the USA, the Dakota 283 G3 Framed Door Dog Kennel with Dakota Guard is built for everyday use at home and wherever your next training day takes you. Compare your dog’s measurements with the selected kennel’s interior dimensions for comfortable standing, turning and lying down.

Key Features & Benefits

• Easy-Grip Handle: molded top handle makes loading, carrying and repositioning the kennel easy
• Keyed Paddle Latching Door: lockable framed door with a flush paddle latch — secure containment and fast one-handed access
• Easy-to-Clean Drain Hole: hose it out and let it drain — no scrubbing a dirty crate floor
• Recess for Crate Stacking: designed to stack securely with the Dakota 283 Kennel Stacking Kit (sold separately)
• Dakota Guard Antimicrobial Protection: FDA and EPA approved additive helps eliminate disease-causing bacteria, MRSA, Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli, staph and more — up to 98% effective
• Molded and assembled in the USA
• Covered by a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty

Specifications

• Sizes: Small, Medium, Large and X-Large — choose your size and color above
• Small — Exterior: 23″L x 16″W x 18.75″H | Interior: 20.25″L x 14.25″W x 18″H | Weight: 20.2 lbs
• Medium — Exterior: 31″L x 21.5″W x 25.5″H | Interior: 28.5″L x 19.8″W x 25.2″H | Weight: 37 lbs
• Large — Exterior: 35.2″L x 24.5″W x 26.5″H | Interior: 33″L x 22.8″W x 26.2″H | Weight: 46 lbs
• X-Large — Exterior: 38.5″L x 25.5″W x 29.5″H | Interior: 36″L x 23.75″W x 29.25″H | Weight: 59 lbs
• Ventilation: Small & Medium — 16 vent holes per side (32 total); Large & X-Large — 20 vent holes per side (40 total)
• Colors: Coyote Granite, Dark Granite
• Door: Framed door with keyed paddle latch (lockable)
• Antimicrobial: Dakota Guard additive (FDA & EPA approved)
• Warranty: 1-year limited manufacturer warranty

Warranty

Covered by a 1-year limited manufacturer's warranty on parts and labor. This warranty does not apply to products purchased from non-authorized sellers, or to damage resulting from abuse or alteration, misuse, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or pet chewing and damage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sizes does the Dakota 283 G3 come in?

The G3 is available in Small, Medium, Large and X-Large. Full interior and exterior dimensions for every size are listed in the specifications above — measure your dog's height and length, then pick the size that lets them stand, turn around and lie down comfortably.

What is Dakota Guard?

Dakota Guard is an FDA and EPA approved antimicrobial additive molded into the kennel that helps protect against disease-causing pathogens — including MRSA, Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli and staph — with up to 98% effectiveness. It does not replace regular cleaning, but it keeps the kennel more hygienic between washes.

Which colors does the Dakota Guard G3 come in?

This version is available in Coyote Granite and Dark Granite, in Small, Medium, Large and X-Large.

Can I stack two G3 kennels?

Yes — the molded stacking recess works with the Dakota 283 Kennel Stacking Kit (sold separately) to lock 2 to 4 kennels together.

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