VOWNER 86.7" Double Dog Crate Furniture Review

Intro

I'm The Pet Dude — I live with multiple dogs and build out gear setups that have to work in real homes, not just garages. The VOWNER 86.7" Double Dog Crate Furniture is a furniture-style, heavy-duty kennel intended to hold two dogs side-by-side while also acting as a TV stand or table. On paper it checks a lot of boxes: engineered wood + metal construction, a removable center divider, four doors with double locks, and enough top clearance to hold a heavy TV. From assembly to daily life with dogs in the house, here's what I found important about this kennel and who it makes sense for.

What it is / first look

At its core this product is a furniture-style double dog crate designed to sit in a living space. The listing identifies the model as the VOWNER RS-121 and gives full product dimensions of 86.7" L x 28.8" W x 33" H with an item weight of 137 pounds. The construction is listed as Engineered Wood and Metal, and the crate is offered as a two-level, double-compartment kennel with a removable divider so you can use it as two separate rooms or one large space.

• Overall size: 86.7" x 28.8" x 33" (length x depth x height)
• Item weight: 137 pounds
• Materials: Engineered Wood and Metal (listing-specified)
• Rooms: Two side-by-side compartments; each room measures 41.7" L x 27.2" W x 31.2" H when the divider is in place
• Top load capacity: The listing states the top can bear 440 pounds
• Bottom capacity: The bottom can bear 150 pounds
• Doors & locks: Four-door design with two locks (buckles) on each door
• Feet & stability: Eight adjustable feet are included for stability on uneven floors
• Other features: Partially pre-assembled for easier setup; described as chewproof, ventilated and spacious

Available colors are listed as Rustic Brown, Grey/Black, and White/Natural. In photos the kennel looks like a piece of furniture more than a wire crate — the engineered wood top and base visually integrate with the metal-barred kennel body so it can double as an end table or TV stand.

Available colors

• Rustic Brown
• Grey/Black
• White/Natural

In daily use

For people who actually live with dogs, a crate that has to serve both as containment and as furniture needs to hit several practical marks: real room for the dogs, doors that work without drama, and surfaces you don't mind having in the living room. Based on the listing details and compiled owner experience that I rely on, here's how the VOWNER RS-121 behaves day-to-day.

Access & layout

The four-door configuration means you can let dogs enter from the front or either side, and the removable center divider is genuinely useful: keep the divider in to give two dogs their own spaces, or pull it out for one large shared room. The listing gives each compartment's interior size as 41.7" L x 27.2" W x 31.2" H, which is roomy — owners reported it fitting two large dogs comfortably and noted dogs could stand up and turn around even for heavier animals. One owner specifically noted it handled two ~90 lb dogs with space to move.

Daily living & furniture function

The top is listed to hold up to 440 pounds, so in practical terms the listing positions this crate as a TV stand or heavy-duty table as well as a kennel. Multiple owners praised the look — calling it a "great kennel alternative" that blends in with home decor — and reported leaving doors open so their dogs could come and go when they were home. Several owners also used dog beds that fit each side of the kennel, saying those beds fit perfectly on each side.

Assembly & handling

The listing says the unit is partially pre-assembled. From hands-on reports I rely on, expect a multi-hour assembly task: one owner reported about two hours to put it together, with directions requiring careful, step-by-step following. Another owner warned that instructions are difficult to follow if you don't have the right tools and mentioned a bent piece arriving in one shipment. The unit's 137-pound weight makes it a heavy piece of furniture — owners said it can be pushed across the floor without too much trouble, but it's not a lightweight, grab-and-go crate.

Materials & build quality

The listing specifies Engineered Wood and Metal construction. Feature bullets call out "thickened metal pipes" and a reinforced cross structure for the metal portion, and owners commonly described the kennel as "sturdy" with a solid wood base and top for stability. That metal framing, paired with the engineered wood top and base, is what gives it the furniture look and the stated load-bearing top capacity.

Details from owner experience matter here: many owners reported the kennel felt robust and well-built once assembled. Positives included a solid feel under a TV and secure containment for large breeds. On the other hand, there were a handful of shipping/finish issues — some buyers received units with surface scratches or even a bent component. One owner went through a time-consuming returns process because of the cosmetic damage. There was also a note that the latch system, which uses circular hooks and buckles, can look flimsy at first glance even though it had been working for those owners.

So: the raw design intent is heavy-duty metal framing plus a furniture-quality top and base, but quality-control during shipping (scratches, occasional bent piece) has been reported. If finish-level aesthetics are critical for your room, plan to inspect the crate closely at delivery.

Safety considerations

Safety is a top priority for me, and there are several safety-relevant specs and real-world observations to call out.

• Locks and escape risk: Each door is listed with two locks (buckles) to prevent escapes. Owners noted the dual-lock idea is useful; a few commented that the latch hardware "looks flimsy" on first inspection but did function in practice. If you have an escape artist or a determined chewer, double-check the door latches when you set it up and keep an eye on them over time.
• Chew resistance: The listing advertises the crate as "chewproof." Owners didn't report complete destruction by chewers, but if you have a heavy chewer the listing's claim doesn't replace the need for supervision — nothing in the listing includes independent chew-resistant certification, so treat "chewproof" as a manufacturer feature claim rather than an absolute promise.
• Ventilation: The listing calls the unit ventilated and the metal-bar construction provides airflow for each compartment.
• Stability: Eight adjustable feet are included so you can level the kennel on uneven surfaces. The listing also states the bottom can bear 150 lb and the top 440 lb, which speaks to the product's engineered load-handling if you're using the top for a TV or heavy items.
• Materials & finishes: The listing names Engineered Wood and Metal but does not specify finish materials or non-toxic/sealant information. If material toxicity or specific finishes matter for your household (young chewers, kids putting surfaces in mouths, allergy concerns), the listing does not provide explicit certification or paint/sealant details.
• Packaging & arrival condition: Multiple owners reported scratched or bent parts on arrival in some shipments and that addressing those issues required a long returns process. Inspect the crate immediately at delivery and document any damage if you need a replacement or refund.

Given those points, I recommend inspecting latches and the finish on arrival, assembling with the included adjustable feet in place, and not relying solely on the chewproof claim if you have a known heavy chewer without extra supervision or chew-proofing measures.

Who this is for / who should skip

Here's how I think about who benefits from this crate, drawing strictly from the listing specs and hands-on owner experience.

Good fit

• Homes that want a furniture-style crate and plan to use the top as a TV stand or heavy table: the listing states a 440 lb top capacity and a furniture aesthetic that blends into living rooms.
• Owners with two dogs who need separate spaces or one large space: the removable center divider and two-compartment layout are built for exactly that use case. The listing even gives breed recommendations — Golden Retriever, Husky, Border Collie, German Shepherd, American Bully, Labrador — and lists the kennel as suitable for small, medium and large dog sizes.
• People who want a sturdy, heavy crate: the metal framing and engineered wood base provide a heavier, more permanent piece of furniture-style containment compared with a folding wire crate.
• Owners who plan to leave doors open for access when home: multiple owners mentioned leaving doors open and putting beds inside to make it a restful spot the dogs choose themselves.

Who should skip or be cautious

• If you need a truly portable or lightweight crate — the unit weighs 137 pounds and is intended as furniture, so it isn't ideal for frequent moving or travel.
• If you're extremely worried about finish-quality out of the box — there are documented reports of scratches and, in at least one case, a bent piece on arrival, which required a cumbersome returns process.
• If you have a very determined, destructive chewer: the listing calls the crate chewproof, but the claim is manufacturer-sourced and the listing doesn't provide independent chew-resistant testing or certifications. Exercise caution and monitor your dog's behavior.
• If assembly is a deal-breaker: owners report multi-hour assembly and that the instructions must be followed carefully. Make sure you have time and basic tools on hand.

Verdict

The VOWNER 86.7" Double Dog Crate Furniture is a compelling option if you want a kennel that looks like furniture and can hold two large dogs side-by-side. The room sizes per compartment are generous (41.7" L x 27.2" W x 31.2" H), the overall unit is heavy and stable (137 lb total), and the top is explicitly engineered to carry heavy loads (440 lb). Owners repeatedly praised the look and usability — dogs settled into the space, and the crate functioned as a living-room-friendly solution.

On the caution side: assembly takes time and attention, finish issues on arrival have been reported by some buyers, and latch hardware may inspire a double-take on its perceived robustness even when it functions. If you plan to use this as a focal piece of furniture, inspect the crate on delivery and be prepared for a careful assembly session. For two-dog households that want an attractive, roomy kennel built into their living space, this is a solid mid- to upper-mid-range furniture-style option based on the specs and owner feedback.

Check before you buy

• Measure the space where it will sit — the crate is 86.7" long, 28.8" deep and 33" tall.
• Confirm the top weight you plan to place on it is fine — the listing states the top bears 440 lb and the bottom bears 150 lb.
• Plan for assembly time and tools — the unit is partially pre-assembled, but owners reported it taking about two hours and requiring careful attention to instructions.
• Inspect the crate immediately at delivery for scratches or bent parts and document any damage for the returns process.
• Test and double-check door locks and latches after assembly — the listing specifies two locks per door but some owners said the latch hardware can look flimsy even while functioning.
• Decide whether your dogs are heavy chewers — the listing claims "chewproof," but the listing does not provide independent chew-proof certification.

Overall, if you want a large double crate that doubles as real furniture and can host two sizable dogs comfortably, this VOWNER model is worth strong consideration — provided you accept the assembly commitment and inspect the finish at delivery.