Doghouse
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A doghouse, dog house, dogshed or kennel is a small shed commonly built in the shape of a house, a shelter intended for a dog. It is a structure in which a dog is kept and it is intended to provide a safe place to dogs outdoors. Doghouses are also used for other pets, such as rabbits in enclosed yards.
Generally, people buy a doghouse to provide a secure and private place for their pet and protect it from various weather conditions[1]. Many materials can be used for making doghouses, such as wood, plastic, resin, and hardboard.
Shelter
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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
References
- ↑ "Dog house". smarthomekitz.com. Smart Home Kitz.
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.