If you are a dog owner without a backyard and don’t like the idea of chaining your pet to a tree but also do not like to let him run free then an outdoor dog kennel may be the perfect way to keep you pet safe when you are away. An outdoor kennel works well if you don’t mind having your dog in the house with you when you are home but not when you are at work or out doing other things. If you are concerned that your pet may run away or get hit by a car then a kennel will give you the peace of mind that your four legged friend is safe.
Your can get an outdoor kennel in almost any configuration that best suits the needs of you and your dog. When it becomes to decide which type of kennel will work best here are a few things to think about. If you are renting or leasing your home it may be best to go with a kennel that can be easily dismantled and relocated if and when you move. If you own your home something more permanent that can be integrated into your yard will probably work best.
A permanent outdoor dog kennel has the advantage of being bigger as well, giving your dog more room to move around when you are not home. A smaller portable dog kennel will obviously not have as much room and it can be something of a hassle to put up and take down at times.
If you are leaning more towards a permanent outdoor dog kennel then you will have to decide if you want to build it or have someone else do the dirty work for you. If you decide to build your own dog kennel then spend some time researching plans and materials. You can find all sorts of plans and ideas just by searching on the internet. Be sure to measure the area in your yard where you want to place the kennel before you decide on a plan to make sure it will fit. Once you find a plan or design your own to the size and specs you want it is time to get the material and set up you dogs new kennel.
An outdoor dog kennel is a great way to keep your pet safe when you are not home. It may take a little time for your dog to get used to being confined in his new kennel but before long it will be like his second home and you will like the peace-of-mind you have knowing he will be safely awaiting your return whenever you go to work or out to run errands.
Andrew Bicknell
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#1 by so... like rawr on August 30, 2010 - 10:09 pm
Puppy problems!!! I need your help!?
I’ve had my 13 week old Blue Heeler mix puppy for almost 3 weeks. The first problem I am having with him is he’s kinda an excape artist. I have a huge backyard with lots of shade and he also has a little pool he likes to get in. At first I was keeping him in the garage and uncovering a doggy door so he could get in the back yard. But since there was lots of stuff that needed to be in the garage I graduated him to just the backyard and then I have a pretty big sized shed and I put a dog house and is food an water in there. Right now he’s inside basically all the time unless I need to like take a shower or do something else. But if I’m gone he goes outside and heres where my problem is. Last night he was out there only for 2 hours because I had afamily thing and he got out. I think I kinda fixed it because I put some cinderblocks against the gate so he couldnt dig. But what would you suggest. Investing (when I can) in new fencing or getting a big outdoor kennel? When school starts he has to be alone 8 hours a day so I need him to be safe! (but don’t worry he will get lots of attention when I get home. Long walks and play sessions) The only other thing is barking. How do I stop it? I think its just because he only just found out he could do it last week but he barks al the time now! Please help!
by the way he has to be outside while I’m at school because there is noone else at the house….
oh I no the reason he wants to get out is because he’s bored. What can I do to keep him busy while I’m away at school??
#2 by Lindsay B on August 31, 2010 - 3:11 am
It’s Australian Cattle Dog. Please rehome the pup, sounds like he doesn’t get to come into the house.
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#3 by RAWR on August 31, 2010 - 3:13 am
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#4 by Animal Lover on August 31, 2010 - 3:15 am
Well for the barking what i do with my puppy is i grad his snout when he barks and i say quiet and if you keep doing this when he barks all you have to say is quiet and he will be fine…..for the digging idk but you could ge him a bunch of toys he likes to keep him busy even bones…not rawhide they cant digest it but i like pig ears it takes puppies a while to chew them they are usually hard to find but they are worth it. also mabye a kong with some treats in it.
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#5 by katiebug on August 31, 2010 - 3:17 am
This will work but will take some effort. Install an electric fence, a single wire about six inches off the ground all around the inside of the fence. It WILL NOT hurt him and will teach him not to dig out. You could also get him a playmate as well.
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Me been there and done it it works!
#6 by Molly on August 31, 2010 - 3:19 am
buy a longer leash and tie the end of the leash to something ( but remember the leash has to be long enough that he can explore and if he wiggles his way out the door he is still on a leash.)
To keep the little runt happy buy him a tug bone ALL dogs love it and even if you want, cover it with peanut butter. NEVER give your puppy a tennis ball because he can chew it and tear it a apart and he might choke on a piece of the tennis ball.
Love Molly A!!!!!!!!!!!!
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#7 by Barbara on August 31, 2010 - 3:21 am
Your dog is doing this because he craves attention. His barking is his way of trying to find the pack because he is not being allowed to be with them. You need to socialize the dog with people and by putting him outside you are removing him from the pack. My question is why does he have to be outside when you are not home? At this age he needs to be with people, and he needs it a lot. Proper training will teach him to behave around others so that he would not have to be kicked outside all of the time.
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#8 by Cali on August 31, 2010 - 3:23 am
Blue Heeler’s are known to dig. They like to lay in a cool spot that the dirt provides. I had one and let her dig in one area only. You can put rocks around your fence, or buy a kennel. As for barking, buy a bark collar, the ones that need a battery to work. When he barks put it on him. He will get a shock and will not like it. Leave it on him for about 1/2 hour. take it off and say good boy. When he barks again show it to him and put it on. Soon, all you will have to do is show it to him. This works. Go to any Pet Store to get one.
Good luck,
Cali
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#9 by Lucy's Gamma on August 31, 2010 - 3:25 am
Definitely sounds like your pup is bored! He is a born hunter and wanting to go after everything he hears and smells. I would suggest some basic training, as puppies need guidelines and boundaries. This being said, you may want to buy a strong cable and will need to put a cable stake in the ground allowing him access to shade, water, food, and home/den, obviously the cable must NOT be long enough for him to gain access to the fence, etc. We have a "plastic" covered cable instead of a chain. You can get both the cable and stake at Wal-Mart fairly cheap. BUT your pup must be leash trained before you attempt to put him on a cable, otherwise he will keep trying to get off the cable and choke himself. MOST IMPORTANT, we got up early EVERY day BEFORE we put our pup on the cable and exercised her well!! ALSO, a definite must is some toys to chew on like a rawhide bone, etc. I would be careful about using balls as they tend to roll out of reach and the pup can go crazy trying to get to them!! Unfortunately, the pup will probably continue to whine until he gets used to being on the cable but we just approached it the same way we did crate training and it seemed to work! GOOD LUCK!!!
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