Tips on choosing the right dog house design and
size
The biggest mistake most dog owners make is when buying
or building a wooden dog house that is not suitable for their
climate. The dog house design and size determines
whether it will be cool or warm.
To pick a cool design in a snowy area will keep the
dog dry, but unfortunately keep the dog cold as well.
Pick the correct design and size for the location.
If living in a region with severe winters, bigger
is definitely not better. However, for regions with
extremely mild winters, a house "larger than necessary"
does not present a problem to dog houses.
When measuring the pet's house, the door height opening should be no less than 3/4 of the dog's shoulder to ground measurement. For example, if the dog's measurement is 24 inches, the door opening should be need to be at least 19" tall. Choose dog house design where the entrance provides protection against the wind and place the dog house in such a way that it is further protected against the dominant wind directions.
Width and length of the house should be the same while
the height should be at least 25% but not more than
50% taller than the height from the dog's toes up
to the top of his/her head. The 50% adjustment can
still maintain a good body heat retention during cold
and snowy seasons. For example, if the pet's height
is 24 inches, then the doughouse should be approximately
30 to 35 inches.
Before attempting to build or buy a wooden dog house, always consider the following factors on choosing
the right house for the dog.
- Budget
- Purpose of the dog house
- Size of the dog
- Location of the dog house
- Climate of the location
- Spatial constraints
See our Complete List of Small to Large Type
Dog House Designs to suit the budget and location.
