This crate is heavier and stronger than the standard Midwest ICrate.  The ICrate is fine for most dogs but the Lifestages is good for stronger dogs or rescues or older dogs that are not used to crating.  If this won't hold your dog, you have to look at the Level III crates that run $350-$500 or commercial grade ones that are solid body stainless steel like in a Vet's office or a hunting crate.  Own several of the both the Lifestages and ICrate.

In some but not all sizes, the Lifestages crate may be slightly taller and/or wider than the ICrate.