Today we take care of the house for our loyal friend, if you have it of course. Budku for a dog needs to be built, given several points. First, which dog will it be designed for. In the event that you have a puppy, the calculation should be made on the size of an adult, well, this is probably a fact obvious. Secondly, in which region do you live, and will the dog in this booth live in the winter. It is understandable that the larger the dimensions of this structure, the more difficult it is to insulate it. And, thirdly: all living things need their own, private, secluded corner, where it feels completely safe. Therefore, the dog should feel comfortable and safe in his home.
Regardless of which dog you want to build a booth for, you need to take into account the main recommendations for the size of the booth and its arrangement.
Basic rules for the construction of the
- booth The internal dimensions of the kennel should allow the dog to turn freely and lie down. All animals like to stretch - so they after sleep prepare their muscles for active activity. So, in the booth the dog should have such an opportunity. She should not be prevented from stretching to the full height;
- The width of the arm should be at least 10 cm larger than the width of the adult's chest;
- The height of the entrance to the kennel is made slightly less than the height of the dog, measured at the withers, or equal to it;
- The internal height of the booth is defined as follows: dog height plus 4 - 6 cm;
- The width of the booth should be slightly larger than the length of the dog, measured from the nose to the tip of the tail. Then it will be convenient for her to unfold;
- The depth of the booth should be greater than the height and width.
- It is better to enter the doghouse in a long wall, and it needs to be slightly offset from the center. The roof needs to be made to be flat, so that rainwater does not accumulate on it. If you build a gable, then in the received "attic" you can keep some accessories for the care of the dog, its toys.
The best material for construction is a coniferous tree. In any case, all materials must be natural, since animals react very sensitively to all synthetics, etc. Particular attention should be paid to the floor, it must be warmed as much as possible. The best way to lay the boards in two rows, and between them additionally lay a heater.
The roof must be made necessarily removed, this will allow to thoroughly ventilate the kennel and without special difficulties to perform its internal cleaning. The roof from the inside( the ceiling of the booth) must also be insulated.
Before using the tree in the construction it needs to be well processed. There are special impregnations that protect the board from decay, from insects, and fire-fighting equipment. Painting boards can only be outside the already finished booth, but not from the inside. It is necessary to provide for the presence of a curtain, which will be covered during the cold season.
Actually, and carry a service to protect your property faithful dog will be easier and more comfortable. Under the box, you need to make a foundation, at least to lay bricks - then it will stand securely.
I recommend - the author of the video built a chic kennel for a German shepherd:
