Dog Food, Supplements and Nutrition Products for Working Dogs

                                                          ON DOG HOUSES

Responsible dog owners want to protect their dogs against inclement weather. In the fall, people replace older houses or perhaps purchase a new house for the first time. My houses have always been made of heavy ply wood preferably with insulated walls. Three quarter inch marine ply wood is ideal. The key to keeping your dog safe and quiet is a small entrance, bearly big enough for your dog to fit through. Make certain the lip is @ least 12 inched high. This will not only protect your dog but prevent your dog from dragging hay or straw out of his dwelling. The door should not be in the center of the house, as an off set entrance will keep the dog out of the wind & toasty warm. The dog house should be off the ground with 4x4 inch posts or cinder blocks. This will also add to the dogs comfort.The roof should not be overly pitched. Many dogs love to lay on the roof enjoying a better view  as well the warmth of the fall sun. For the purpose of proper sanitation make certain the roof is removable.

Most commercially manufactured dog houses lack the substance & features needed to protect your dog.Your best bet is to build your the house on your own, or perhaps pay a carpenter to do it for you. You may want to check with your local government to make certain it is legal to keep a dog outside for extended time periods.