Wooden Kennels & Runs for Dogs

Wooden Dog Kennel and Run Choices and Options

A wooden dog kennel and run is a good way to create a cosy outdoor home for dogs and also a suitable substitution for a fenced-in back garden. The size of kennel and run is dependent on the size of the dog and its activity level. A number of affordable wooden kennels and runs are available on eBay.

Many wooden dog kennel and run combos are built to provide pet owners with everything they need to keep their canines happy, healthy, and entertained. A typical dog kennel and run combination set includes a pet enclosure area, storage area for food, a door leading to the bedding area, and an additional door that leads to the outdoor run area. The outdoor run area should also include at least one door to enter the fenced-in area.

By creating an outdoor space dedicated to your dog or dogs, you are providing them with their own space. Not only will the outdoor area be the canine's "home away from home," but it will also keep them safe from harm. A wooden kennel and fenced-in area to run will help protect dogs from:

• Strays
• Inclement weather
• Predators
• Dog thieves

When installing a wooden dog kennel in your garden, or on your property, you should also consider what type of flooring will be used. It's possible to build a kennel directly on the ground without adding a floor, but that option doesn't provide a warm place for dogs to sleep and rest. Options for flooring include gravel, wood planks, or a cement pad. It's important to note that it's not a requirement to cover the entire floor of a kennel. For instance, it's possible to install wood planks in just a portion of the kennel. That allows dogs to lay in the dirt to cool themselves and offers a raised platform to rest when the ground is cold and wet.

The size requirements of a wooden dog kennel are dependent on the type of dog, size, number of dogs that will occupy the area, and the dog's activity level. Small kennels range in size from about 1.2 x 1.8 metres to 1.8 x 3.6 metres. Medium dog kennels range in size from about 2.4 x 3 metres to 3 x 3.7 metres. The largest wooden kennels are roughly 3 x 5 metres to 1.2 x 5 metres.