es


Dog Houses

We know you love your dog, we really do. But sometimes, you both need your space, and a dog house is the way to go. Comfy, warm traditional houses or silly novelty ones abound; it's not too hard to find something that suits your needs, and your dog's.

Doggy Housing

There are three basic materials your dog house can be made of, wood, metal or plastic. Wooden is the most traditional; it's well insulated and comes in a variety of styles, from a classic pitched roof to loft versions that give pets a view. Metal houses are also insulated and are chew proof, but plastic is the cheapest; they're lightweight and come in fun shapes like igloos or barns. They aren't nearly as well insulated as wood or metal houses. Regardless of the house's make, the most important aspect of a dog house is its size. Dogs prefer to sleep in den small, cozy places that can be heated by their own body heat. Ideally, the house should be big enough for Rover to lie down, turn around and stand up comfortably. Consider adding heating pads to this new den. In extreme weather situations, like heat waves or blizzards, it's best to simply bring the dog in, but a temperature controlled house is just the ticket for canines who prefer to remain outdoors.

In the Dog House

Getting your dog to sleep in a house and like it can be tricky.  Here are some tips to help smooth the transition along. ! * It takes time for animals take to adjust to change. Start early by getting them used to the outdoors at night, in the summer if at all possible. * Keep the dog house close to your own house at first, where the typical human sounds and smells linger. This way, man's best friend won't feel cast out. * Try to make their new den seem more familiar and cozy by putting old clothes or blankets inside. * If all else fails, try food. Nothing says home to a dog like food!

Top Sellers

Related Guides

* Pet Houses and Habitats * Pets Houses and Habitats Cleaners * Pets and Supplies Food * Pets and Supplies Toys Squeak Toys * Pets Houses and Habitats Crates and Kennels

ShopWiki Search Links

* vari kennel intermediate * Brand New Exercise Play Pen Dog Cat Kennel Crate Cage PP48" * Petmate Kennel Cab Fashion Portable Kennel in Intermediate * PetMate Pop Up Kennel Portable Lightweight Water Resistant Pet Kennel * Cedar Log Table Lamp * white cedar log furniture * BRAND NEW 4 LEVEL FOLDING FERRET CAT DOG CAGE CRATE 36X23X52 * Cedar Log End Table * * Unfinished Cedar Log Frame * Wine Country Premium Wine Crate * log porch swing * Cedar Log Lounge Chair * Small Insulated Dog House With Door * pop up kennel * Brand New Exercise Play Pen Dog Cat Kennel Crate Cage PP36" * Large Cedar Pet House * * * * cozy cottage dog house * Rest Assured dreamzone pen * * Petmate Pop Up Dog Kennel * dog kennel door * * * * Rustic Cedar Rectangular Log Coffee Table * ULTRA V KENNEL INTERMEDIATE * Collapsible European Style Pink Cat Dog Pet House Bed * Log Cabin Dog House: Precision Pet Outback Log Cabin * * ''Petmate Dog House Door'' * ''designer log'' * ''Cedar Log Game Table Handcrafted Square''