EDYO LIVING 72.5" Double Dog Crate Review

Intro — why I tested the EDYO LIVING 72.5" furniture-style double crate

I’m The Pet Dude: a pet parent who lives with a mix of dogs and obsessive furniture paranoia. When a 72.5" furniture-style dog crate promises to double as a TV stand and hold two large breeds, it’s the kind of gear I can’t ignore. This EDYO LIVING model advertises farmhouse styling, sliding barn doors, drawers and a removable divider — everything a modern home-and-pet household might want.

I spent time digging through the product specifications and long-term ownership notes and tested the practical implications for real-world households: assembly, durability, how it behaves with puppies vs adults, and what it’s like to actually use the top as a piece of furniture. This review walks through the crate’s features, my hands-on impressions, and the ownership trade-offs you should know before you buy.

What it is — first look and specs

The EDYO LIVING 72.5" XXL Wooden Dog Crate is a furniture-style, indoor double kennel meant to look like a piece of home furniture rather than a traditional wire crate. Key product facts from the listing:

• Overall dimensions: 72.5" L x 23.6" W x 34.3" H.
• Item weight: 124.3 pounds.
• Material type: Engineered wood (listing notes “high-quality wood” and the product detail fields list engineered wood).
• Included component: Divider (removable).
• Design highlights listed: sliding barn doors, drawers, farmhouse style, water-resistant anti-soak baseboards, and thickened iron pipes for structure.
• Intended use: Indoor; breed recommendation: Small, Medium, Large (title and copy indicate it’s large enough for two large breeds).

Available colors called out on the listing are:

• 72" Black
• 72" White

In daily use / hands-on testing

Putting a 124.3-pound, 72.5" piece of furniture together and getting it into place is the first real-world hurdle. Assembly experiences in ownership notes are mixed: some folks assembled it in about an hour, while others described the process as a longer, tougher project that took much more time and effort. If you don’t enjoy multi-panel assembly, budget more time.

Setup and assembly

• I found the arrangement of panels and the number of fasteners to be what I’d expect from a large furniture/crate hybrid. The listing includes a removable divider, so you can set it up as two enclosed rooms or remove the divider for one large space.
• Several people reinforced joints with wood glue during setup; that’s a simple optional step that can reduce wobble over time if you plan to keep the crate in one location.
• Because the unit is large and heavy, moving it once assembled is awkward — owners noted it isn’t a piece you’ll want to relocate frequently.

Daily use: living with the crate

There are two ways most households will use this crate: as a dedicated dog den and as functional furniture (TV stand, storage). The top does provide a desktop surface and the product description highlights multifunctional use. A few people mentioned feeling the top was solid enough for a TV, while others worried about wobble when pets moved inside — this variability often correlated to how tightly the fasteners were set and whether any reinforcement (wood glue, corner bracing) was used.

The sliding barn doors are good for saving swing space and look the part, but they’re a potential weak point: some people reported the doors fell off or became misaligned after a short period, and drawer tracks can feel unstable if given heavy or repeated use. The anti-soak baseboards are handy — spilled water or accidents wipe up easily per the listing’s feature set — and the interior can be made smaller with the removable divider to give smaller dogs a cozier nook.

How my dog(s) reacted

In calmer households — older adult dogs or two small pets — this crate works well as a den and the built-in drawers provide convenient storage for toys and leashes. In homes with puppies or active, high-energy medium/large dogs that paw and bump the structure, owners reported needing to reinforce corners and joints because repeated excitement exposed weaknesses in the engineered wood construction.

Materials & build quality

The listing describes a combination of engineered wood and thickened iron pipes for added strength, plus water-resistant anti-soak baseboards. On paper that reads like a practical balance: the look and finish of wood furniture plus metal reinforcement where needed.

What the engineered wood means in practice

• Engineered wood gives a furniture finish and helps keep cost down compared to solid wood. Several long-term ownership notes explicitly called the material "particle board" in practice and warned that edges and corners chip or scuff easily if handled roughly.
• Some owners found the finish attractive and a good match for home décor, describing the crate as “a budget-friendly furniture look.”
• Because engineered wood fasteners can have trouble holding up under stress, a few owners reinforced key joints during assembly (wood glue or corner brackets) to improve sturdiness.

Metal pipes and chew-resistant claims

The listing calls out thickened iron pipes and a chew-resistant design. In ownership notes, those metal elements helped the unit feel more stable in places, but the overall structural integrity is still dependent on how well the engineered wood panels and fasteners hold up. A handful of owners reported having to reinforce corners when puppies started chewing the exposed edges.

Cleaning & maintenance

• Water-resistant anti-soak baseboards are a practical plus — the listing states spilled liquids won’t seep into the wood and can be wiped clean.
• Because the material is engineered wood/particle board, avoid soaking the surfaces. The crate is described as easy to wipe down for everyday spills, but the listing does not specify any machine-washable parts or removable, washable liners.
• Keep sliding hardware and drawer tracks free of debris so doors and drawers align properly — several ownership notes referenced stuck doors or misaligned locks that sounded related to stressed or worn hardware.

Safety considerations

Safety should be the first priority with furniture-style kennels, and there are a few important flags to weigh from the product facts and ownership experience notes.

Fit and escape risk

• The listing targets indoor use and recommends small, medium, large breeds (the title positions it as big enough for two large breeds). Still, one ownership note said a small puppy was able to walk through the bars until it reached 18 lbs — that’s a clear reminder to measure your dog against the actual bar spacing before relying on containment for small escape artists.
• Owners cautioned that a very determined dog might challenge the sliding barn doors more easily than a traditional metal crate; if you have an escape artist, consider a sturdier wire or metal option instead of this furniture-style unit.

Structural safety

• Several owners reported issues with drawer instability and sliding doors falling off or becoming misaligned. Loose drawers or doors can present pinch risks or create openings a pet could exploit.
• The crate is heavy when assembled (124.3 lbs). That weight helps stability, but if the unit is wobbly due to loose fasteners it becomes a tipping or collapse hazard during rough play. Reinforce and tighten connections during assembly and re-check them periodically.
• The product listing includes a removable divider — use it as intended to create appropriately sized compartments for pups or two-dog arrangements. The listing does not provide weight or load limits for the divider or top desktop.

Chewing & durability safety

The listing markets the build as chew-resistant, but ownership notes provide a fuller picture: while metal pipes and thicker elements resist chewing, the engineered wood panels can be vulnerable to gnawing and scuffs. If you have a strong chewer, this crate may sustain cosmetic or even structural damage unless you reinforce panels or supervise early interactions.

Who this is for — and who should skip it

This piece is clearly targeted at pet parents who want a furniture-style solution: a den for one or two dogs that also offers drawers and a desktop surface to blend into living spaces. That said, the material makeup and mixed long-term reports mean there are specific households where this product solves problems and others where it creates them.

Who this fits

• Households wanting a furniture-style indoor kennel with a farmhouse look and sliding barn doors.
• Families with calm adult dogs or small-to-medium breeds that don’t aggressively paw, chew or try to escape.
• Owners who value storage — built-in drawers and a desktop can replace a console or TV stand and keep pet gear stashed.
• People willing to spend a bit of time during assembly to reinforce fasteners (wood glue, tighten screws) and treat this as a mostly stationary piece of furniture.

Who should skip it

• Homes with heavy chewers, power-scratching dogs, or determined escape artists — the engineered wood construction and reported hardware failures make this a risky bet for very active dogs.
• People who need a crate that will be moved frequently — it’s heavy and owners warned it’s not designed to be repeatedly disassembled and relocated without risking damaged fasteners.
• Anyone who wants professional-grade longevity without reinforcement — several long-term notes describe chipping, popped screws, misaligned locks and drawers that deteriorate under frequent use.

Durability & longevity (what to expect after months/years)

Longevity is where the product earns mixed marks. The listing emphasizes durability and chew-resistance, but ownership notes paint a nuanced picture:

• Some people used the crate daily for months without major issues when they reinforced joints and avoided moving it often.
• Others reported parts failing within weeks to months — sliding doors falling off, drawers coming out, popping screws and wobbliness after pets were excited in the crate.
• If you plan to keep this in one place and take basic reinforcement steps during assembly, expect a better chance of multi-month durability. If you expect heavy use by aggressive chewers or frequent repositioning, longevity problems are more likely.

Value & final verdict

Here’s the bottom line from my time with the EDYO LIVING 72.5" double crate and from long-term ownership notes: it delivers on looks and versatility, and the water-resistant baseboards and removable divider are genuinely handy. But the engineered wood construction and multiple reports of hardware/fastener problems mean it’s best-suited to calm, indoor pets and owners willing to reinforce it during assembly.

If you want a furniture-style kennel that hides your dogs' living space behind barn doors and gives you drawers for storage, this is a compelling stylistic option. If your household includes determined escape artists, power chewers, or dogs that will bang the crate frequently, a sturdier metal crate or solid-wood furniture-grade kennel is a safer choice.

Check before you buy — quick checklist

• Measure your space: 72.5" L x 23.6" W x 34.3" H — ensure floor access and room for sliding barn doors.
• Plan assembly: it’s sizable and heavy (124.3 lbs assembled); you’ll likely need space and time to build it without rushing.
• Decide whether to reinforce: consider wood glue or corner braces if you want less wobble over time.
• Consider your dog’s behavior: calm adult dogs and small-to-medium breeds are the best matches; skip for power chewers or escape artists.
• Inspect sliding doors and drawers frequently: these are common wear points per long-term notes.

Verdict

The EDYO LIVING 72.5" furniture-style double dog crate is a tasteful, functional piece for pet parents who want a den that doubles as home furniture. It hits the right aesthetic notes and includes thoughtful features — sliding barn doors, drawers, a removable divider, and water-resistant baseboards. However, because it’s engineered wood with hardware that some owners found unreliable, it’s best for calmer dogs and households prepared to do a little reinforcement during assembly.

If you want an attractive, indoor furniture-crate and your dogs are not destructive, this crate is a solid mid-range option. If your dogs are active chewers, escape artists, or you need a crate that will be regularly moved or heavily used, look for a more robust, metal or solid-wood alternative.

Colors and finish

The listing specifies two color options; choose carefully to match your decor:

• 72" Black
• 72" White

Final notes

As with any large furniture-style crate, the difference between a great experience and a frustrating one comes down to expectations and setup. Buy this for décor and convenience, assemble it carefully, reinforce joints if you’re concerned about wobble, and keep an eye on drawer and door hardware. Do that, and this EDYO LIVING crate can be a stylish, functional addition to a calm-dog household.