10 Best Whelping Boxes for Dogs

1. PUPez Whelping Box for Dog Puppy Breeding

Perfect whelping solution that fits all large, medium & small dogs of every breeds.

Every whelping box has an entrance door with an adjustable height. This allows the mother to come and go safely as she pleases while keeping the pups secure. Also includes a 360-degree puppy protector rail (“pig rail”) to keep your puppies safe and secure. The puppy protector rail is essential during birthing to ensure newborns have the protection they need.

This extra-large whelp box gives just about every breed tons of room for comfort and security

The PUPez Whelping Pen is super easy to assemble. Requires only 1 person to assemble and disassemble in just a couple of minutes.

The PUPez Whelping Box is made from extremely durable PVC. It is lightweight and portable and is built to last for years.

2. MagnaBox Whelping Box

The MagnaBox Next Generation Professional Whelping Box is simple to clean and keep clean. FDA approved, HDPE plastic (a common material for kitchen cutting boards) is UV resistant and will not rust, stain or discolor. Unlike wood and other plastic whelping boxes, the MagnaBox whelping box has no cracks, crevices, porous or painted surfaces to retain contamination.

Quality solid materials along with unique hook and slot connectors and a lightly textured surface make cleanup a breeze. Easily wipes clean with a rag and sanitizing solution and when disassembled can be quickly cleaned and sanitized with a power washer. There are no plastic welds, hidden slots, fasteners, or corrugations that capture and retain contamination and are nearly impossible to clean and sanitize.

Assembly requires no tools and no fasteners. No small parts to insert while aligning bulky components. No Velcro to wear out or replace. No adhesive or painting required.

Simply align, insert, and slide into position the unique hook and slot joints in the corners and the puppy rails. Puppy rails are self-supporting so there are no legs or supports to trap and endanger puppies. MagnaBox whelping box can be used without the puppy rails however the puppy rails cannot be removed without disassembling the whelping box. Once assembled, the MagnaBox whelping box can be lifted as an assembly and moved for cleaning or relocation.

The MagnaBox whelping box has a ‘no bottom’ design which allows for your choice of whelping pads, heaters, or alternate flooring.

3. Pet Nap Plastic Reusable Dog Puppy Whelping Box

The Whelping Box is made from one piece of flexible molded plastic strong and robust. The boxes are designed to be used over and over again and are very easy to clean and disinfect between litters.

The product includes 3 puppy rails, made from 21mm wooden dowel, coated in an outer plastic coating. The rails are designed to reduce the risk of the pups being rolled on by the mum as they offer a safe haven for the pups to wriggle to.

4. EZclassic Whelping Box

This whelping box is sold complete with rails*, one absorbent pad, and one heavy-duty canvas floor liner. Wall height = 18 inches

Moulded Plastic. The walls are made by injection moulding. The plastic is tough and light while providing great wall strength and rigidity. Walls are connected with a very high-strength extruded plastic post. Under normal use, your box will serve for multiple litters.

Cleaning. Clean the plastic with general-purpose detergents and disinfectants, including bleach. This material, used together with our whelping pads, will ensure that your box is clean and tidy throughout the whelping process. The use of our washable pads will significantly reduce your cleanup effort. The liner that is included is also machine washable and water-resistant.

Size Consideration. Molded plastic boxes are usually not suitable for large, heavy breeds such as German Shepherd Dogs, Bernese Mountain Dogs, etc. Generally, bitches should be smaller than 60-65 lbs. But this weight guideline may vary depending on the temperament of the bitch.

5. EZwhelp’s Fab System Whelping Box

EZwhelp’s Fab System Whelping Box is a premium box designed with the professional in mind. The system is fully expandable with multiple accessory options. A machine-washable fabric lining wraps over a steel mesh wireframe housing. The box is plenty spacious and sturdy enough for large breeds.

This purchase is for the main whelping box only. It includes the steel frame with wire mesh, the nylon liner, one pad, and a corrugated plastic packing sheet that can be used as a sub-floor. Wall height = 21.4 inches. Rails, accessories, and add-on rooms are sold separately.

6. Canine Whelping Box

The Canine Whelping Box is an easy-to-assemble box that keeps moms and babies safely contained. These are made from high-quality PVC plastic which is durable, versatile, mildew and disease resistant, and low-maintenance.

Plastic is a better choice over wood boxes that can grow bacteria and mildew that could harm newborn puppies. By using the Canine Whelping Box and adding the weaning pen, you’ll easily reap the benefits during clean-up.

Not only does a Canine Whelping Box improve the look when taking puppy pictures it actually looks great in your home!

Manufactured with premium materials, you won’t need to paint, stain, or do anything other than a quick wipe with a rag and vinegar to keep your whelping box looking great liter after liter. Comes with a one-year warranty.

7. QuickWhelp – Whelping Box

Nothing beats the warmth, beauty, and strength of wood. The QuickWhelp whelping box is the only whelping box made from ¾” thick CABINET-GRADE maple plywood and the only one that comes complete with TWO hinged doors, sturdy, comfortable corner seats, removable pig rails, and an arm for mounting your heat lamp. Arrives with hardware pre-installed and assembles in minutes.

Puppy Door
Puppies don’t have to climb or jump to exit.
Box corners have holes for attaching fencing to create potty and play areas OUTSIDE the box.
Can be assembled with puppy door on either left or right side

Adjustable heat lamp mount*
– Two mounting locations for easy access to wall outlets

8. Slide assembly dog whelping box / birthing bed

Assembles in minutes with no tools. Includes the slide together pvc bumper rail on the inside. PVC bumper rail protrudes 4″ into the interior of the bed on all sides, to provide a “safe area” for the puppies – this helps prevent the pup from getting trapped between Mom and the wall. Removable door slides out easily. Disassembles and stacks flat for easy storage.

Constructed of 3/4″ Baltic Birch plywood with smooth, eased edges – these pieces are unfinished, ready to receive non-toxic paint or sealer, if you choose.

9. Whelping Box HEAVY DUTY w/FLOOR, w/RAILS+LINER

HEAVY DUTY wood whelping box WITH FLOOR

Boxes are all wood and stainless steel. This design has a removable front door hole and totally removable unobstructed SAFETY/PIG RAILS! If the rails have little supports holding them up or they are permanently fixed to the box they are just as dangerous as not having them at all. Our boxes have a specialized design that is guaranteed to protect your puppies. This design has a wood floor. The floor is segmented for ease of assembly and storage. It comes with a basic plastic liner that is 100% waterproof. It makes the box very easy to clean.

The inner walls of this box are finished safely WITHOUT chemicals much like your kitchen chopping block. They clean up like new with a simple wipe down. NO TOOLS needed for assembly of the whelping box and the floor requires just a screwdriver to attach. Goes together in minutes, and easily packs down for storage between uses.

10. HEAVY DUTY PLASTIC Whelping Box

Its 100% waterproof plastic with a FLOOR

It has a 10-year guarantee but will likely last until the sun burns out. This box is thick black HIGH DENSITY HDPE plastic and solid white VINYL, held together with STEEL BOLTS.

This design has a removable front door hole and totally removable, unobstructed SAFETY/PIG RAILS!