GarveeHome Dog Crate Furniture Review — Double Crate TV Stand

Intro — why I tested the GarveeHome double dog crate

I’m The Pet Dude: I live with multiple pets, I care about how gear looks in the living room, and I don't want a bulky metal crate ruining my decor. The GarveeHome Dog Crate Furniture for 2 Dogs sits right at that intersection — it promises a modern, furniture-style dog kennel with drawers, a TV-ready top, and built-in feeding bowls. In this review I break down the specs, hands-on assembly points, real-life usability, and safety concerns so you can decide if it’s the right fit for your home and dogs.

What it is — first look and key specs

The GarveeHome double dog crate is a furniture-style indoor kennel that serves as a dog crate and a TV stand/console. It’s designed for small and medium dogs and ships as a heavy, multi-piece unit: the listing shows the product dimensions as 78.7" L x 19.7" W x 33.5" H and a shipping/installed weight of 85 pounds. The main structure is made from wood and metal, and the package includes drawers and feeding bowls.

Official features and what they mean

• Designed as a multi-functional piece: crate + TV stand + storage console.
• Two levels (number of levels listed as 2) and a wide top shelf intended to hold a television and decorative items.
• Included components: main structure (wooden+metal), drawers, and feeding bowls.
• Doors use reinforced metal bars and dual metal latches for each door.
• Two large-capacity drawers and three open-center compartments for pet supplies and everyday items. Drawer dimensions are listed explicitly (30.7" L x 12.8" D x 3.1" H) and the open compartments are spelled out (two at 11.8" L x 19" D x 10.4" H, and a third at 11.8" L x 19" D x 9.5" H).
• Waterproof surface coating for easier cleaning and shipped in two packages with tools and assembly instructions included.
• Available colorways: brown (default), black, grey, and white.

In daily use / hands-on testing

I treated this piece like living-room furniture that also needs to keep two dogs safe and comfortable. Below I break the day-to-day realities into fit, feeding, assembly, and living-room integration.

Assembly and setup

• Packaging and shipments arrive in two separate boxes — the listing notes this explicitly and includes tools and instruction sheets.
• The piece is heavy (85 pounds), so plan for two people when moving and positioning the finished furniture. One person can handle much of the screw-in work, but assistance is helpful for aligning large panels.
• Pre-drilled holes and metal screw slots are part of the design, which helps alignment and makes the process straightforward if everything is present.
• Be aware that, on rare occasions, a small piece of hardware for a drawer has been missing; check your parts pack before you start and set aside extra time to contact the manufacturer if something is missing.

Feeding and bowls

• The crate includes feeding bowls that sit in recessed openings and are accessible with the drawers sliding out for cleaning/refilling.
• The listing describes the bowls as convenient and the drawers as sliding out for cleaning, but it does not list bowl volume or diameter.
• In practical use the included bowls are noticeably small — fine for very small dogs but tight for stocky small breeds (one owner found them too small for French Bulldogs). If your dog is a gulper or a broad-muzzled breed, you’ll want to plan on using separate, larger bowls instead of the built-in ones.

Daily living-room life

• The top shelf is truly large and meant to look like a TV stand; the listing emphasizes that a television and decorative items can sit on the surface.
• Owners put televisions on top of this unit in daily use — the listing pitches the piece as a furniture-style crate that maximizes space utilization.
• Two large pull-out drawers and three open cubbies make quick storage for leashes, treats, blankets, and remotes very convenient, keeping pet gear out of sight and the living room tidy.

Materials & build quality

GarveeHome lists the main structure as wooden+metal with reinforced metal door bars and a waterproof coating on the exterior finish. That combination gives the piece a furniture feel while retaining the security features expected from a crate.

What I like

• The welded/reinforced metal bars on the doors and dual metal latches offer a more secure closure than a single latch design.
• The wooden panels have a waterproof coating, which makes wiping up accidents or spills easier than raw wood.
• The unit’s mass (85 pounds) and the metal framing create a stable base for living-room use.

Where the build shows limits

• The wood-based surfaces are attractive but are not marketed as heavy-duty chew-proof materials. If your dog is an aggressive chewer, digger, or clawer, expect the finish and wood to show wear sooner.
• The underside of the drawers is open to the inside of the kennel, which can be a structural weak point if a dog learns to lever at the drawer from inside.
• One tester suggested adding interim metal sides during assembly to help hold the structure steady while finishing; that’s an easy DIY adjustment but says something about how the panels fit together mid-build.

Safety considerations

Safety must be the first filter when choosing a kennel. The listing includes metal door bars and dual latches, which are positive safety features. But there are caveats you need to plan for.

Key safety points

• Size and breed fit: The product is recommended for small and medium dogs, and is marketed as a double crate for two dogs. However, there is a noted gap at the bottom of the gates that could present an entrapment hazard for very small dogs. One hands-on experience explicitly advises against using this kennel for dogs under approximately 20 lbs because of that gap.
• Drawer access from inside: The drawer undersides are open to the kennel interior. If a dog learns to push or lever the drawer from inside, it could create an escape risk or cause the drawer to slide out. Consider securing drawers with childproof latches if you have a clever or escape-prone dog.
• Material durability vs aggressive behavior: The wood finish and panels aren’t purported to be chew-proof. If your dog is an aggressive digger or chewer, the structure will likely show damage over time and could become a safety issue if hardware loosens.
• No explicit load rating: The listing says the top shelf can accommodate a television but does not provide a weight limit or maximum load rating for the top surface. If you plan to place heavy equipment on top, verify with the manufacturer or secure the unit to a wall for peace of mind.

Who this is for — and who should skip it

Matching a product to the right household is about behavior and size more than just looks. The GarveeHome double dog crate fits specific needs.

Best fit (who should buy)

• Pet parents with two small to medium dogs who want a furniture-style solution that blends with living-room decor.
• Households that value integrated storage — the two large drawers and three open compartments make keeping gear organized easy.
• Homes where the dogs are crate-trained and not aggressive chewers or diggers. The wood/metal combo performs well for calm or moderately active dogs.
• Owners who want to use the crate as a TV stand or console and need a large, stable top shelf.

Who should skip or be cautious

• Owners of very small dogs (under ~20 lbs): the gap at the bottom of the doors has been called out as a potential entrapment risk for small dogs.
• Power chewers, chronic diggers, or aggressive escape artists: the wooden finish and drawer design are not made to withstand sustained chewing or digging.
• Anyone needing exact load ratings for the top surface: the listing does not provide a maximum weight capacity for the TV shelf.
• People who need large built-in bowls: the included feeding bowls are small — they work for tiny dogs, but larger small/medium dogs may need their own bowls.

Durability & maintenance

The unit is designed to be wiped clean thanks to the waterproof coating, and the drawers slide out for cleaning and refilling of the bowls. That practical design is a clear win for everyday life. But durability varies by how the dogs behave:

• Surface cleanup: waterproof coating makes wiping spills and hair fairly simple.
• Hardware longevity: metal latches and reinforced door bars are robust, but double-check fasteners during assembly and again after a few weeks of use—one assembly experience noted a missing hardware piece and suggested verifying the parts pack first.
• Wear from scratching/chewing: wood surfaces will show damage if pets scratch/claw consistently. If you have heavy scratching behavior, plan on protective measures (covers, mats) or consider a metal-only crate instead.

Value and final considerations

Functionally it combines three things in one: a double crate, a storage console, and a TV stand. That consolidation is a strong value proposition if you want fewer pieces of furniture and a cleaner living room aesthetic. But that value depends on your dogs’ behavior and size matching the product’s strengths.

Verdict

Overall, the GarveeHome Dog Crate Furniture for 2 Dogs is a nicely designed, multifunction indoor kennel for small-to-medium, non-destructive dogs who benefit from furniture-grade solutions. It’s a great option if you want to keep your living room tidy and prefer a crate that looks like a piece of furniture rather than a traditional metal kennel.

Pros

• Attractive modern look with four color options (brown, black, grey, white).
• Useful integrated storage: two large drawers and three open cubbies with measurement specifics included.
• Sturdy-feeling construction with metal door bars and dual latches; waterproof surface coating for easier cleaning.
• Large top shelf that functions as a TV stand.
• Includes feeding bowls and ships with tools and instructions in two packages.

Cons

• Built-in bowls are small and may be too tiny for many medium dogs or broad-muzzled small breeds.
• Wood construction is not chew-proof — not ideal for aggressive chewers and diggers.
• Drawer underside is open to the kennel interior, which can create a potential escape or lever risk if a dog figures it out.
• Gap at the bottom of the gates can be a hazard for dogs under roughly 20 lbs.
• Package may occasionally be missing a small hardware piece in rare cases — verify parts before assembly.

Check before you buy (quick checklist)

• Confirm your dog(s) are small-to-medium and not aggressive chewers or diggers.
• Plan for two people to handle assembly and moving the finished piece (85-pound unit).
• Decide if the included, smaller feeding bowls work for your dogs; plan to use alternate bowls if needed.
• Measure your living-room TV and check with the manufacturer for a weight limit if you plan to put a very heavy TV on top (the listing does not provide a top-shelf weight rating).
• Inspect all parts on arrival; the product ships in two packages and includes assembly tools and instructions.

Colors and visual notes

The listing shows four colorways; the product images and filenames support these finishes. Available colors include:

• Brown
• Black
• Grey
• White

Final thoughts

If you want a crate that blends with furniture and gives you storage plus a TV surface, the GarveeHome double dog crate is one of the better-looking options on the market. It’s not indestructible, and it’s not a one-size-fits-all crate — match it to calm, well-trained, small-to-medium dogs and you’ll love the style and storage. If you have tiny breeds under ~20 lbs or a determined chewer, look at crates designed specifically for those behaviors instead.