• A Doghouse is a designated rest area for a Dog that provides a small covering or shade from the elements when the dog is outdoors.

• Fast Facts

  1. Common Uses: Shelter for a pet
  2. Made from: Wood, Plastic, Metal
  3. Price Range: $40.00 to $200.00

• Buying Guide

  When purchasing a doghouse for a pet it's important to consider the demands that will be placed on the house. If the doghouse is going to be the pet's primary piece of shelter from the elements, it's important to choose a house made of a durable material. The doghouse should be able to withstand rain, provide protection from the cold, while providing enough ventilation to shield the pet from the heat. Choosing the correct size for a doghouse is very important. The house should not be too confining, yet should also be small enough to retain heat in the event of rain or cold temperatures. In general a Dog should be able to stand up in it's house, lay out full body, and turn itself around within the house. The house however, should not be too big, dogs are nesting animals and enjoy to be enclosed and prefer tight spaces to feel secure.

• Types of Dog Houses

  There are three general types of Dog Houses. Metal houses are the most durable, but also do not retain heat effectively. Plastic houses are traditionally the least expensive, lighter, and require less maintenance. The traditional wood house is the standard for it's ability to retain heat, and effectively protect the inhabitant from the elements. But they are traditionally the most expensive, and require the most maintenance. Wood houses tend to be the most aesthetically pleasing to owners, and frequently are used as a decorative design in a fashionable household backyard.

• Related Mahalo Pages

  Pet Crates | Pet Bed | Pet Door | Patio Furniture | Hummingbird Feeder | Pet Food | Bird Feeder | Pet Toys | Pet Collar | Pet Leash | How to Build a Dog House | How to Adopt a Dog | How to Clean Dog Urine

Categories

Would you like to become this page's manager? Mahalo pages can make up to $50 a month.

 

What is this?

View Top Managers

• View History
• Discuss on the Message Board
• Embed this Page
• Share this page