Saturday, October 1, 2011

Large Dog Houses For The Large Breed Dogs

By Steven Barnhart


If you've got a dog that is going to be spending any time outside, you are going to need to ensure that he has sufficient protection. People who are the owners of St. Bernards, Golden Retrievers or German Shepherds must look at buying one of many large dog houses that are available.

It is very important that you make certain that you get a dog house that is the perfect size for your pet. The dog should be in a position to enter into the house, and stand up nicely. He desires enough room to be able to turn around simply. You do not want much more space than this because it won't stay warm enough in the less warm months.

If you live in a region that experiences really cold winters, you need to think about getting an insulated house. Without proper insulation, your pet may still get cold. One thing that many people like to do is to put straw in the house to offer an extra barrier against the cold. Some large dog houses give you the choice of using an electric light to add heat to the house.

A good dog house provides not only protection against the cold, but from other elements too. The wind is one element that many dog owners forget. You should get a house that provides some sort of wind block. This can be something as straightforward as a flap over the entrance. The dog should also be protected from the sun and the rain.

When you're having a look at large dog houses, you may want to consider how you'll be able to clean the house. You may not have to do this regularly but it is certainly something that you should think about when you are making your choice. Some houses are designed with a roof that opens to allow you complete access to the inside.

Don't select the 1st building that you see. There are a variety of dwellings available. You may want to take a look at getting one that has built-in food and water bowls or perhaps a novelty building is more to your liking. There are dwellings designed to look like castles, and ones that seem like cape cod dwellings complete with cute gingerbread trim.



Large dog houses can be acquired premade, or it is easy to get yourself a kit. If you're the DIY kind of person you might want to contemplate designing your own dog house. There are countless different places online where it is possible to get plans and concepts. Whichever route you choose, ensure that you protect your number one friend.




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