Wednesday, September 28, 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 important that you ensure that you get a dog house that is the correct size for your pet. The dog should be in a position to enter into the house, and stand up easily. He wishes enough space to be able to turn around completely. You do not desire much more space than this because it won't stay warm enough in the colder 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 defense against the cold, but from other elements as well. The wind is one feature that many people forget. You need to get a place that provides some kind of wind block. This may be something as easy as a flap over the entrance. The dog should additionally be shielded 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.

Do not accept the first building that you see. There are many hundreds of houses available. You might want to look at getting one which has in-built food and water bowls or maybe a novelty building is more to your preference. There are houses designed to appear like castles, and ones that look like cape cod homes complete with old fashioned gingerbread trim.



Large dog houses can be procured premade, or it's easy to get yourself a kit. If you are the DIY sort of person you may want to consider planning your own dog house. There are many different places online where you can get plans and ideas. Whichever route you select, make certain that you protect your best friend.




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