Do you have a problem with dogs that live in your house? Do you dread coming home, afraid you will find your furniture chewed, or even worse, urine or feces soaked into your carpet? If like me you don't have the money to keep repairing and cleaning your house, you should consider building an outdoor dog kennel. Building the right dog house will keep Fido happy, safe and cozy outside as well as inside.
There are many available dog house plans, some of which are free, others not. If you search the internet for free dog kennel plans you will find many listed, but beware, as the saying goes you get what you pay for. While some free dog house plans contain all the information you need to make a safe, comfortable kennel, others may provide only simple plans, assuming you have at least basic woodworking skills. No matter what you finally chose, be certain to use dog house plans that list all required materials and tools, and which provide step by step instructions and diagrams.
When selecting a set of dog kennel plans, be certain that they meet the needs of your dog and climate. Your dog needs shade in the summer, protection from the cold and rain or snow in the winter and plenty of ventilation to keep humidity down. Have an enclosed area that you can put a bed in, or fill with an insulating material such as straw to keep your dog warm during the winter months.
It may be tempting to build a large dog house, thinking that your dog will enjoy the room, but you need to remember that the dog kennel is warmed by your dog's body heat. When the weather is colder a smaller area will be easier to warm and thus more comfortable for your dog; in fact all your dog needs is enough space to stand up, turn around and lie down. If you don't have a fenced in yard you may want to buy a set of dog house plans that incorporate a run so you dog can get some exercise.
A final important thing to remember is that if you are building a dog house because your dog chews they will likely chew their kennel. You must use untreated wood, sealed with a non toxic outdoor paint as pressure treated wood is injected with chemicals that are toxic to dogs if eaten.
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