Hello! We're getting a new smaller SUV and I'm wanting to make a custom sized crate for my dogs (2 labs - 75 & 100 lbs) to fit in the back. My original thought was 2 plastic kennels but it is too small. Unfortunately I'm going to have to crate them together and would like to go the DIY route to save cash. My problem is trying to make it lighter weight so I can lift it in and out myself. I've seen many that are made out of wood but I think that would be too heavy when it's all said and done. We go to the lake a lot so I don't think it would be ideal with getting wet and cleanup either. Ideally I would think a light metal or plastic would be great for lighter weight and cleaning but I'm not all too sure what materials to use. I've seen slimmer side by side kennels made for SUVS but most are wire and I'm trying to avoid the wet dog smell in vehicle so it would need semi solid side panels. Has anyone gone this route before? Any suggestions would be wonderful!