jiteentarou farmhouse dog crate TV stand review

Intro — why I tested this TV-stand-style dog crate

As a pet parent who likes furniture that pulls double duty, I wanted a crate that looks like a console table but actually keeps dogs safe and comfortable. The jiteentarou 87-inch Farmhouse Dog Crate TV Stand is built to house two dogs side-by-side while serving as a TV stand or console. In this long-form review I walk through what it is, how it feels in daily life, the materials and build, safety signals, who it really fits, and the practical checklist I’d run through before buying.

What it is — first look

The jiteentarou unit is an 86.6" x 23.6" x 35.4" furniture-style double dog crate intended for indoor use. The piece is constructed from MDF/engineered wood plus iron and metal mesh, and it ships with a center divider so you get two cages each with an internal single-cage size of roughly 42.5" x 22.4" x 33.7". It comes with double sliding metal mesh barn doors and four vertical slide locks advertised to keep dogs from opening the doors. The manufacturer lists the crate as suitable for small, medium, and large breeds and includes a lifetime warranty.

Design highlights from the listing:

• Overall dimensions: 86.6" L x 23.6" W x 35.4" H.
• Item weight: 158 pounds.
• Materials: engineered wood (MDF), iron, metal mesh; listed as made with FSC certified wood.
• Features: divider included, double sliding barn doors, four locks, chew-resistant claim, meant to double as TV stand/console/buffet.
• Available colors: Light Grey, Black, Rustic Brown, White.

In daily use / hands-on testing

I evaluated this crate as a household piece of furniture that also needed to behave as a kennel: look good, be safe, stay intact, and be practical to use. What follows blends the listing features with longer-term user experience themes I tracked.

Assembly

The listing says instructions and labeled components are included and that there are installation videos. In practice, assembly time varied: some builds took about 1.5 hours while others took up to five hours when done solo. Using a drill (rather than just a screwdriver) speeds things up and makes aligning the top panels easier. A recurring owner note: getting the very top pieces to attach so the top feels rock-solid can be fiddly; some people report the top doesn’t feel as solid as the rest of the structure even once assembled.

Living with two dogs

With the center divider in place you effectively have two single crates. The single internal cage size listed (about 42.5" x 22.4" x 33.7") proved roomy for a variety of breeds in long-term experience—owners reported medium dogs (around high 30s and low 40s in pounds) and even pairs of large dogs (some owners specifically noted 70-pound dogs had plenty of room) settling in comfortably. The piece worked well as a den for two dogs who are calm and not destructive, and when outfitted with padding or a bed the dogs tended to lie down and relax.

Using it as a TV stand / furniture

The unit is explicitly sold as multifunctional: a dog crate and a TV stand/console table. Several owners appreciated the furniture-like appearance, calling it attractive and well suited to living rooms and bedrooms. Because the top is designed to be a surface for a TV or décor, measure carefully: the top attachment has been reported as the more fiddly area during assembly, so if you plan to put heavy electronics on top, confirm mounting and stability to your satisfaction.

Doors, locks and daily handling

The sliding metal mesh barn doors with four vertical slide locks are meant to secure the dogs and allow easy access for cleaning or interaction. In daily use, many owners found the doors easy to operate and the sliding action convenient. However, a notable trend in longer-term experience: the gate hardware and latching arrangement can be a weak point for determined dogs—some anxious or escape-prone dogs have managed to work around the latches or loosen bars, and a few owners reported dogs pushing through or chewing at the wood to escape.

Cleaning and maintenance

The listing points to the sliding metal mesh doors for easier entry and cleaning access. Because the crate uses engineered wood (MDF) for the body, moisture exposure and heavy wet-cleaning should be approached cautiously—this is furniture-style cabinetry, not stainless steel kennel panels. The listing doesn't provide a specific cleaning regimen or instructions for keeping the MDF in tip-top shape, so wipe-up spills promptly and follow standard care for engineered-wood surfaces.

Materials & build quality

The listing calls out engineered wood/MDF and iron with metal mesh panels. The product copy also asserts the wood is FSC certified. From the assembled impressions:

• Frame and panels: Engineered wood/MDF gives the unit its furniture look and is heavier than typical wire crates; the full weight is 158 pounds, so it feels substantial once in place.
• Doors and mesh: Metal mesh and iron are used for the doors and internal cages, offering better rigidity than thin wire—though some owners found the gate hardware less robust than expected for power-chewers or escape artists.
• Finish and styling: The farmhouse aesthetic is consistent across the Light Grey, Black, Rustic Brown, and White options; multiple owners praised how it blends into living spaces.
• Included parts: A divider is included so you get two cages out of the single 87-inch unit, and the package is said to include labeled components and instructions (plus installation videos available from the brand).

Fit & sizing (practical checklist)

• Overall footprint: 86.6" L x 23.6" D x 35.4" H—measure the room and TV location before ordering.
• Single internal cage: roughly 42.5" x 22.4" x 33.7"—this is what each dog gets with the divider in place.
• Breed recommendation: the listing says suitable for small, medium, and large dogs, but match your dog’s real measurements to the internal cage size.

Safety considerations

Safety comes first for me. The listing includes features intended to improve safety—metal mesh doors, iron hardware, and four vertical slide locks—but longer-term experiences show a mixed picture I want to call out plainly.

• Chew-resistance vs real chewers: The product copy advertises chew-resistant materials, but several long-term experiences show determined chewers or highly anxious dogs have chewed or loosened the wood and bars from the inside and in some cases escaped. If you have a power chewer or a dog that’s prone to anxiety-driven escape behavior, this unit may not be the safest choice without additional reinforcement.
• Gate hardware: The sliding doors rely on vertical slide locks and a top sliding mechanism; a few users report the gates can come off or the locks can be worked around by a persistent dog. That’s a real-world failure mode to consider for dogs that bolt through doors when opened.
• Top stability: While most of the structure feels sturdy, some people noticed the top pieces don’t lock down as solidly as the base during assembly. If you plan to place heavy electronics or if your dog can jump on the top, confirm how stable the top feels after assembly.
• Materials and moisture: The MDF/engineered wood construction means prolonged moisture exposure can be an issue; treat it like furniture and avoid soaking or pressure-washing internal surfaces.
• Escape risk mitigation: For anxious or strong dogs, consider additional reinforcement (metal fasteners, stronger latches) or a purpose-built heavy-gauge metal crate instead.

Who this is for / who should skip

Great fit if:

• You want a furniture-style double crate that looks like a farmhouse console and will sit in your living room.
• You have two calm or moderately active medium-to-large dogs and want separate spaces for each.
• You value a multifunctional piece—TV stand, console, and kennel in one—and want something heavy and furniture-like (158 lbs once assembled).
• You appreciate built-in features like a included divider, sliding mesh doors, and multiple locks.

Skip or be cautious if:

• Your dog is a determined chewer, an escape artist, or highly anxious — there are owner reports of dogs chewing through or forcing gaps to escape.
• You need a crate that can withstand heavy, repeated structural stress from a large single dog who pushes or pounds on gates regularly.
• You plan heavy, wet cleaning of the interior—MDF is not marine-grade and should be treated like furniture rather than a metal kennel.

Durability — what to expect over months and years

Longevity signals are mixed. Multiple long-term experiences praise this piece for being sturdy and attractive for months of normal use. But there are also clear reports of early failures: dogs breaking bars or exploiting weaker gate hardware within weeks in a few cases. Here’s a pragmatic breakdown:

• Instances of solid longevity: owners with calm dogs and normal use report the crate holds up well and continues to look like furniture for months.
• Instances of early failure: a subset of owners with escape-prone or powerful dogs report the bars or latches failing within a short timeframe.
• Key variables: your dog’s behavior (chewer vs. calm), how well you assemble and tighten the top pieces, and whether you add any reinforcements to the latches or doors.

Value and warranty

The listing includes a lifetime warranty and the manufacturer provides instruction materials and assembly videos. Many owners felt the piece is attractive and good value when it meets their household needs. However, some owners who experienced structural failures felt the quality didn’t justify the cost for their situation. Because the product doubles as furniture, consider the lifetime warranty and make sure you understand how the warranty would apply if a dog damages the unit versus a manufacturing defect.

Verdict — my take

As a pet parent and furniture-lover, I like what the jiteentarou 87-inch farmhouse dog crate TV stand aims to be: an attractive, heavy-duty-looking piece that creates two generous kennel spaces while serving as a TV console. For calm to moderately active medium and large dogs, it often delivers—many owners report their dogs settled in quickly and the unit looks great in the living room.

That said, this isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. If you have a power chewer or an anxious escape artist, the mix of MDF panels and the gate/latch design has led to real escapes in a minority of experiences. The top attachments sometimes feel fiddly during assembly, and while many people assemble it in under two hours, others report multi-hour solo builds. The listing does include a lifetime warranty, labeled components, a divider, and installation videos, which are all helpful.

Check before you buy — my quick checklist

• Measure the room and your TV: overall footprint is 86.6" x 23.6" x 35.4".
• Measure your dog(s): each internal cage is about 42.5" x 22.4" x 33.7"—match to your pet’s size and sleeping posture.
• Consider your dog’s behavior: if your dog chews or repeatedly pounds gates, consider a heavy-gauge metal crate instead or plan on reinforcement.
• Plan assembly: have a drill available and a helper if possible—expect anywhere from 1.5 to 5 hours depending on experience and whether you work solo.
• Inspect doors and locks after assembly: test latches, sliding doors, and make sure the top pieces feel stable before mounting a TV or heavy items.
• Review the lifetime warranty details and confirm what is covered and how to file a claim.

Final thoughts

If you want a furniture-style double crate that looks like a farmhouse console and you have calm-to-moderate dogs, this is a strong contender that blends style and function. If your dog is a chewer, escape-prone, or you need industrial-strength security, treat this unit as a nicely styled solution that may need reinforcement—or choose a dedicated heavy-duty metal kennel instead. Ultimately, match the piece to your dogs’ behavior and your home needs, and use the checklist above so it fits your life from day one.