Cages & Holding Solutions – Secure, Comfortable Housing
Cages & holding solutions create calm, hygienic spaces for pets between check-in, bathing, drying, and hand-off. Purpose-built kennel banks, stackable crates, and modular runs prioritise airflow, secure latching, and easy sanitation to keep salons organised and pets comfortable.
What professional cages & holding systems do
- Stabilise the workflow—safe parking zones reduce crowding around tables, tubs, and reception during peak hours.
- Improve hygiene with smooth, sealed surfaces, removable grates, and waste pans that speed daily clean-down.
- Protect pets with escape-resistant latches, rounded edges, and ventilation that limits heat build-up and odour.
With the right kennel setup, intake and turnaround stay predictable, and animals rest securely between services.
Types & key features
- Stainless-steel banks – corrosion-resistant welds, radius corners, and quiet-close doors; optional divider panels to convert single to double runs.
- Powder-coated or aluminum crates – lightweight yet durable frames for mobile or multi-room use; hair-shedding bars and chew-resistant doors.
- HDPE/fibreglass kennels – warm-touch, non-porous walls that wipe clean and reduce noise reflection in tight spaces.
- Stackable units & towers – lockable casters, anti-tip plates, and through-bolted frames for safe vertical storage.
- Modular pens & runs – panel systems with slam-latches and threshold-low entries for large breeds and recovery areas.
- Flooring & trays – raised grates to keep pets off rinse water; removable, slope-to-drain pans for faster turnover.
- Comfort add-ons – clip-in bowls, lead rings, door guards, and noise-dampening panels for a quieter bay.
Setup & handling (safe workflow)
- Stage size-appropriate bays with clean mats or grates; confirm doors and latches cycle smoothly.
- Load calmly: secure the loop/lead, guide the pet in, then remove the lead before closing; verify latch engagement.
- Place ID cards and service notes on the door; park dryers and chemicals away from holding areas.
- Between pets: remove hair/debris, wash with detergent, rinse, then disinfect to labelled contact time; dry fully.
- End of day: empty pans, check welds/hinges, inspect casters/levellers, and log any repairs needed.
Clear routines and labelled bays prevent mix-ups, shorten resets, and keep noise levels lower for sensitive pets.
How to choose the right cage or kennel system
- Pet mix & volumes – large breeds and multi-dog days favour full-height runs plus stackables for small pets.
- Footprint & access – measure door swings and aisle widths; add casters or wall mounts where floors need frequent washing.
- Materials & sanitation – stainless or sealed composites for wet bays; removable trays and radius corners for faster disinfection.
- Ventilation & acoustics – perforated doors with side vents; consider sound-dampening panels in echo-prone rooms.
- Hardware & safety – slam-latches with secondary locks, chew-resistant doors, and finger-safe bar spacing.
- Modularity & parts – divider panels, replacement doors, hinges, and bowls readily available for long-term serviceability.
Important notes
- Never leave pets unattended with forced heat; if drying in a cage, use ambient air only and supervise continuously.
- Match bay size to the pet—enough room to stand, turn, and lie comfortably without crowding.
- Keep water bowls low-spill; remove when transporting units between rooms.
- Document cleaning cycles and repair checks; retire units with sharp edges, bent bars, or failing latches.
Build your cages & holding solutions around cleanable materials, reliable latches, smart ventilation, and modular growth. With disciplined loading, sanitation, and maintenance, you’ll keep pets settled, staff safer, and your salon running on time.