Best Dog Crates for Tesla Model Y 2026 (Tested for Fit & Safety)

Last Updated on March 31, 2026 by Kieran Beckles

Finding a dog crate that fits the Tesla Model Y trunk can be difficult. I’ve reviewed over 10 different crates to find ones that would fit despite the car’s sloped trunk.

As someone who bought a Tesla Model Y in 2023, I noticed there wasn’t much information online about the best crates for this model.

With two Alaskan Klee Kai dogs, it was a challenge to find a dog crate that would be big enough to fit Skye and Copper, and fit inside my Tesla Model Y trunk.

However, I’ve been constantly testing and updating this article to reflect new crates I’ve come across that fit within the dimensions of my Tesla’s trunk.

In this guide, I’m going to break down the crates I’ve personally acquired and tested in my Tesla Model Y trunk to help other Tesla owners with dogs.

UPDATED April 2026: We updated this comparison guide in April 2026 after we retested multiple crates featured, including Impact Dog Crates, Diggs dog crates and the Gunner. We added two tables comparing the crates and the pricing. We also included a quick-fire pros and cons under each crate review. This article follows our dog crate testing guidelines to ensure accurate, honest, and experience-based recommendations.

Best Dog Crates For Tesla Model Y At-A-Glance

My Dog Crate Recommendation For Tesla Model Y

Based on my experience testing and using all the dog crates mentioned in this article, my top pick for safety would be the Gunner G1 Kennel or Impact’s High Anxiety Dog Crate.

I was impressed by the Impact dog crate’s welded structure, thicker aluminum and overall design. Having read through lots of reviews, there are some really encouraging testimonials from dog owners with the High Anxiety crate who have unfortunately been involved in car accidents.

However, I consider the Gunner G1 Kennel to be equally adept and versatile options for Tesla Model Y owners. It passed crash-safety testing for the small, medium and intermediate sizes.

The Gunner G1 Kennel boasts many excellent features to keep your dog comfortable and safe in the trunk of your Tesla, but I found its weight makes it difficult to move.

So it comes to personal preference, but my picks would be the High Anxiety and the G1 Kennel.

Impact High Anxiety Dog Crate

The Impact High Anxiety Dog Crate is a great option for pet owners with anxious dogs, like Copper and Skye. Impact has designed the crate to feel like a den rather than a dog cage. So , your dog should feel comfortable and safe in the crate.

Impact describes the High Anxiety crate as “escape-proof” so you can have peace of mind that your dog is safe. It doesn’t have just one built-in safety lock. The High Anxiety crate has a zinc steel paddle latch and four additional butterfly latches for extra security. It’s constructed from 62% thicker alloy aluminum to increase the crate’s structural integrity. It’s riveted and welded.

Copper and Skye had plenty of airflow thanks to the small circle ventilation holes. They’re specifically designed to be 0.05cm thick so your dog can’t sink their teeth in or get their snout through, while still allowing airflow.

While you could get your High Anxiety crate in the rear seat, I preferred to use it in the trunk. The 30″ crate will fit the Tesla Model Y trunk when positioned to run parallel with the back seat.

I reached out directly to Impact, and they confirmed that High Anxiety hasn’t been crash-tested. So there’s no CPS crash test certification. Having said that, I read through the reviews, and lots of dog owners have spoken about how the High Anxiety crate kept their dog safe in rear-end collisions and even rollover accidents. I’d recommend checking out the reviews on Impact’s website.

I like the High Anxiety for the sheer strength of the crate. Admittedly, you do have to construct the crate using the front and back walls, the door and the ceiling. It took me nearly an hour to put together, but the instructions were easy to follow. You do need some patience!

Copper and Skye love the Impact High Anxiety Crate for its den-like feel. My Klee Kai like to feel cosy and safe, which the High Anxiety crate provided. We’ve used this crate for over three years with minimal wear. It’s stood the test of time, and we continue to use it.

The 30″ High Anxiety Crate is priced at $781.99 on Impact’s website and comes with a 10-year Dog Damage Guarantee. So if your dog damages the crate, you can get it replaced. This speaks to Impact’s confidence in the crate’s structural integrity.

Gunner G1 Kennel

The Gunner G1 Kennel is a well-established dog crate company in the USA, thanks to their range of dog kennels designed to keep your dog safe. The small and medium crates fit a Tesla Model Y trunk.

The G1 Kennel is a five-star crash-tested kennel that sets it apart on the market when looking at the top dog crates for the Tesla Model Y. The small and medium crate sizes are 5-star crash-test certified by the Center for Pet Safety.

Some of the standout features, when I reviewed the kennel, were the kayak-grade handles, a doubled-walled kennel for extra protection, a paddle-latch to make opening and closing effortless, added locks at the top and the bottom of the door for added safety and an aluminum door system.

The G1 Kennel has window vents to allow plenty of airflow for Copper and Skye when they’re in the trunk of my Tesla Model Y. Interestingly, Gunner has a drainage system, which I thought was a great inclusion because Copper and Skye shed a lot, so it was easy to clean.

My favorite feature is the integrated tie-down pins, which make it easy to use the straps and secure the crate in the back of your Tesla without hassle. But I also like how the Gunner G1 Kennel comes assembled, so I could immediately use it in my Tesla.

It is heavy, and my wife struggled to lift it to the car. So, if you’re planning to use the G1 Kennel in different situations, you may find it awkward to move around a lot. If you’re planning to keep it in your Tesla trunk, you won’t have to worry about this.

Copper and Skye felt comfortable in the G1 Kennel, so it was Klee Kai approved. It had a den-like feel, which put them at ease whenever we used it in the back of the Tesla.

We’ve had the G1 Kennel for the past two years, and it’s my preference for long road trips with my Klee Kai because it offers extra security with tie-down pins and crash-safety certifications.

Enventur By Diggs

The Enventur inflatable kennel is the only other product to have passed five-star crash safety testing, which is why I’ve placed it third in this article.

Note: The small and medium are crash-safety tested, but the large isn’t.

This Diggs product stands out from all the other options in the best dog crate for Tesla Model Y because it’s inflatable. It takes less than 60 seconds to inflate when you need to use it; when you’re done, you can deflate it and store it away. I liked the convenience of being able to inflate and deflate.

I wasn’t sure whether this inflatable crate would hold up to rambunctious Klee Kai like Copper and Skye, despite their website stating that they use military-grade, puncture-resistant materials free from phthalates & heavy metals.

I first reviewed this crate back in 2023. However, I have since experienced issues with the kennel’s slow deflating. Ultimately, I had to contact Diggs to get a replacement sent out. So I don’t believe it’s as durable to the test of time as the High Anxiety or the G1 Kennel.

Although it’s an inflatable crate, it has many safety features, and Diggs has put the Enventur through extensive testing. Diggs has completed compression, tension, freezing rain, severe cold and heat, biting, puncture and lifetime testing.

While the medium Enventur fits inside the Tesla Model Y trunk (as pictured), I found it obscured my view in the rearview mirror. So I ultimately downgraded to the small size, which still fits Copper and Skye for short trips to the park or vet.

I believe the Enventur’s ability to be deflated and stored away makes it a good option if you’re like me and running out of space in the garage. I had peace of mind knowing Copper and Skye were in a crash-tested kennel.

It is priced at $248 for the small, $298 for the medium and $348 for the large. Diggs has raised some of their prices in the past year, unlike Impact who lowered their prices.

I updated this article in 2026 to reflect price changes, which means the Enventur isn’t as affordable as it once was. But it does remain Diggs’ cheapest offering on their site.

Revol Dog Crate By Diggs

If you’re looking for a collapsible crate that is easy to transport, you may want to consider the Revol. This Diggs crate has a stainless steel door, a single-piece metal frame, and an easily removable separation wall (aka puppy divider) if you’ve got multiple dogs.

The Revol is hassle-free to assemble, and you can collapse the crate in less than 60 seconds, making it simple to wheel to and from your Tesla Model Y, whether you’re using it at home or on the go.

The Revol has a solid, single-piece frame and a diamond-shaped wire mesh design to keep your pet safe in the dog crate while they’re in your Tesla.

I really liked the sheer convenience of being able to wheel the crate to and from my Tesla Model Y. While I was able to carry the Impact crates, my wife preferred to transport the Revol, as she found the other crates trickier to carry.

Unfortunately, the Revol hasn’t been put through crash tests, so that’s a negative. If you’ve got your heart set on crates with a safe pet crate test certification, then you’ll need to keep looking. While it doesn’t have an emergency escape hatch, it does have roof access, which is a bonus.

Overall, I would have more peace of mind with the Impact crates due to the sheer heavy-duty construction, but there’s no doubt the Revol provides a more flexible option for pet parents. The Revol has multiple access points, so you can access your dog from your seat in the rear from the top or side.

Copper and Skye were hit-and-miss with the Revol. They weren’t big fans of the garage-style door and the metallic sounds of the crate when being opened and closed. If you have skittish dogs like me, that could be something to consider.

The Revol has increased in price since I first reviewed their dog crate. You can buy the small size for $599 (previously $375), while the large costs $1149 (formerly $675). The medium is $799, and the intermediate is priced at $999.

Best Dog Crates For Tesla Model Y: Pricing Breakdown

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See The Best Dog Crates For Tesla Model Y In Action

You can check out my YouTube video where I test these dog crates out in real life on my Tesla Model Y trunk.

Finishing Up

We’ve reached the end of our best dog crates for Tesla Model Y.

I’ve taken you through some of the things to consider before you decide to invest in a dog crate for your Telsa Model Y.

We’ve discussed what to look for, the sizes that will likely fit in your Tesla Model Y based on my tests and where you can buy the crates recommended in this guide.

My top picks would be the Impact High Anxiety and Gunner G1 Kennel depending on whether you want an extra strong dog crate or a more versatile dog crate.

Having said that, I think all six dog crates in this article would make a good consideration for a Tesla Model Y owner who wants to invest in a quality crate for their pup.