One of my Labradors, the youngest, has not a thicker coat as the other and with the sudden drop in temperature she was huddled in the corner of the crate. I jokingly said I wonder if you can get bumpers for crates. Yes you can and big enough for our ancient crate that has gone through 2 kittens (got to protect them from the builders we had in for two years, 14 years ago, it was sold as a travelling crate for two Great Danes!!!) and 3 Labrador puppies. The ancient crate looks very smart. Now both Labradors sleep in it with their own pillows, they have chosen their own ends and are very happy. Thanks