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Size

The size of your dog house depends on what kind and size of dog you have. It should be just large enough so that your dog can lie down comfortably while inside, and enter and exit easily.

A dog house that is too large can result in interior temperatures that are too warm in the summer and too cold in the winter.

Don't select a dog house that's too large - dogs feel more secure in small places.

Wood or Plastic?

Either one will work. You can paint a Wood Dog House any color you like, the plastic ones tend to be beige. Wood Dog Houses provide a special place for your dog and offer a little more style.

Another appealing aspect of wood dog houses is that you can choose a painted or stained dog house. You can easily add personal touches such as a plaque with text like 'Fido's Cedar Dog House at Whisteria Lane'.

The biggest benefit of a Wooden Dog House is that wood acts as a great insulator against heat and cold. The biggest benefit of a wooden dog house is that wood acts as a great insulator against heat and cold. Using cedar wood for your dog house means the house will resist wear and tear from the elements much better. Cedar is also know for its ability to deter certain insects like fleas and ticks.

Raised Floor

Roof Design

A shingled roof will protect the wood more than an unfinished roof, and a slanted roof will prevent water from pooling and causing unnecessary strain or water damage.

Select a roof that has an opening for ventilation.

Dog House Shape

The shape of the doghouse doesn't matter, as long as your dog will fit. The igloo-shaped huts work as well as rectangular ones.

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