Petmate lists its XLARGE Indigo dog house for dogs weighing 90–125 lb, with overall dimensions of 50.5 × 39.5 × 30 in and a product weight of 44.4 lb.
Overall dimensions describe the outside shell, not the space your dog actually curls up in, and Petmate does not publish a full XL interior chart. What follows is the published data, the door and vent sizes that pair with it, and the measurements worth taking before you spend $319.99.
Petmate Indigo Size Ranges Across All Three Models
Petmate publishes three Indigo models, and only the largest is built for dogs over 90 lb. The table below carries the official figures for each, so you can see whether an XL is genuinely necessary or a Large would do.
| Model & SKU | Listed Dimensions (L × W × H, in.) | Dog Weight / Price |
|---|---|---|
| Medium, SKU 25942 | 37.5 × 30.5 × 22.75 | 25–50 lb / $159.99 |
| Large, SKU 25946 | 43.75 × 34.0 × 25.75 | 50–90 lb / $269.99 |
| XLARGE, SKU 25066 | 50.5 × 39.5 × 30.0 | 90–125 lb / $319.99 |
Dogs above 125 lb fall outside the published range entirely.
Why the Weight Range Is Only Half the Fit Test
Weight tells you roughly which model to shortlist; body shape decides whether your dog can actually turn around and lie down inside it. Petmate’s range assumes average proportions, and plenty of large dogs are not average.
Take three measurements before ordering:
- Nose to tail base, measured while the dog stands relaxed. Compare it to the 50.5-in overall length with a healthy margin — the offset doorway eats into usable floor.
- Shoulder height, standing flat. A dog that cannot stand without ducking will not use the house willingly.
- Widest chest girth, and watch your dog’s natural sleeping curl. A tight circler needs less floor than a dog that sprawls flat.
Dogs near the 90-lb or 125-lb boundaries deserve a real measurement rather than a guess. If your dog measures close to the edge of the Large range, the XL is the safer call.
Indigo XLARGE Design Features and Matching Parts
The Indigo XL is a domed outdoor plastic shelter with a raised floor, an offset extended doorway, and rooftop ventilation. Each of those features is designed to help with weather rather than guarantee performance in it.
The raised floor carries side channels that Petmate describes as draining moisture away from the sleeping surface. The offset entrance sets the opening back so rain and wind have a harder path to the interior. Petmate states the Indigo is made in the USA.
Two accessories are size-matched to the XL and should never be swapped with Medium or Large parts:
- Indigo Door, XLARGE (SKU 29998) — 17.313 × 17.656 × 0.250 in, $69.99, heavy-duty flexible vinyl that installs with no tools. The listing showed it sold out at the time of writing.
- XL replacement vent — 10⅛ × 4⅝ × 1⅝ in, $11.99, hardware not included. You reuse the original screws.
One detail worth flagging: the replacement-vent listing gives the XL shelter as 51.5 × 39.3 × 30 in, slightly different from the 50.5 × 39.5 × 30 in on the main product page. Both are Petmate’s own numbers, so neither is wrong — just expect a small variance between listings. If you are still weighing the Indigo against other large-breed shelters, our tested XL igloo dog house roundup compares the leading options side by side.
Where the Indigo XL Falls Short
The Indigo XL is an outdoor shelter with weather-oriented features, not an all-climate enclosure, and Petmate’s material does not claim otherwise. Ventilation, a raised floor, and a domed roof help in ordinary rain and wind; none of them guarantees waterproofing, insulation, or safe temperatures.
In practice that means a few honest limits. Flooding or standing water defeats the floor channels. Unattended outdoor use in bad weather is a judgment call the official listing does not make for you. In those conditions, a shaded run, a garage, or indoor space beats any plastic house. Prices and stock also move — confirm the $319.99 figure and door availability at checkout before you buy.
Common Questions
Can a 130-lb dog use the Indigo XLARGE?
Petmate’s published range stops at 125 lb, so a 130-lb dog sits outside the official recommendation. Some owners of slightly oversized dogs still make it work if the dog curls tightly rather than sprawling, but you would be going past the manufacturer’s guidance with no fit guarantee. Measure body length and shoulder height against the 50.5 × 39.5 × 30 in shell before deciding.
Does the Indigo XLARGE ship with a door?
No. The matching Indigo Door in XLARGE size, SKU 29998, is sold separately for $69.99 and was listed as sold out when checked. It is flexible vinyl and installs without tools. Do not substitute a Medium or Large door — Petmate specifies size-matched parts for each shelter.
Is the Indigo XLARGE safe in freezing weather?
The official material does not establish the shelter as safe for severe cold, extreme heat, or flooding. Its ventilation, raised floor, offset entry, and dome roof are weather features, not insulation guarantees. In hard freezes, bring your dog indoors or provide a heated space rather than relying on the plastic shell alone.
Sources
- Petmate. “Petmate Indigo Dog House” Source for XLARGE dimensions, weight range, price, SKU, design features, and door specs.
- Petmate. “Plastic Dog Houses” Source for door description and no-tool installation.
- Petmate. “Dog Shelters” Source for the XL replacement vent size, price, and shelter dimensions listed there.