Doghouse
A wooden doghouse.
A doghouse, dog house, dogshed or kennel is a small shed commonly built in the shape of a house, intended to provide dogs with a sense of security and protection from various weather conditions[1]. Numerous materials can be used, such as wood, plastic, resin, and hardboard.
Doghouses are also used for other pets, such as rabbits in enclosed yards.
Contents
1 Shelter
2 See also
3 References
4 External links
Shelter
Doghouse
Humans often build "houses" for domestic animals, often resembling smaller versions of human domiciles. These include bird-houses, hen-houses/chicken-coops and doghouses; while housed agricultural animals more often live in barns and stables. Doghouses are often used when the dog is outdoors in the garden, and on areas around a farm where the dog guards the possessions of the owners from unwanted/unexpected people or animals. A doghouse is made of insulating material (often wood) to prevent loss of heat except for a front opening where the dog will enter. The roof is almost always waterproof material. The roof of a doghouse is built to prevent snow or rain from collecting. Often, the owner of the pet should be able to open or remove the roof.
See also
- Eddie's House
- Kennel
References
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External links
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Ron Hazelton's HouseCalls—Includes step-by-step video instructions and free blueprints for a custom doghouse.
All About Dog Houses—Information about constructing or purchasing a doghouse, the history of doghouses, doghouse terminology, and plans for a DIY doghouse.
Building a Small Dog House Includes detailed images with the construction process, as well as a list with the materials and tools needed for the project.
Eamon Aldrich: Doghouse Architect—Humorous article about a fictional celebrity doghouse architect that includes lots of interesting and detailed information about doghouse design and construction.
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