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Do-it-yourself: get dog house plans online

Did you know you can find dog house plans on the Web these days. Just conduct a search at your favorite search engine and you'll be amazed at the number of links.  The Internet has become a terrific asset for do-it-yourself types, hasn't it?  Of course, building supplies stores often offer dog house plans, too, as well as the materials you'll need when it comes time to put hammer to nail.  But for sheer informational variety, the Net beats a building supplies outlet every time!

Checklist for your dog house plans

The roof in your dog house plans should be slanted (peaked).  It's important to keep the rain and snow from collecting, or you'll be replacing it often.  A hinged roof is also a good idea, as it makes cleaning and spraying for fleas and ticks a lot easier.  Some building supplies companies sell these pre-made.

Take your pet's size into account when sketching out your dog house plans.  He needs enough room to turn completely and lay without touching the sides.  Break out the tape measure!  Your local building supplies store can cut lumber to fit your dimensions if you don't have the power tools needed.  Just don't make it too large, because his own body heat is what warms it.

dog house plans Your dog house plans need to include provisions for keeping it raised off the ground.  You can get simple concrete blocks or something similar at the local building supplies warehouse.  This is important, especially if you live in a rainy area.

Finally, don't forget bedding materials in your dog house plans.  Options include straw, which keeps animals warmer in winter and cooler in summer naturally, or a washable, commercially available pet bed.  If your building supplies store doesn't carry them, try a local pet store.  But don't neglect this!  A removable piece of heavy carpet or burlap to cover the entrance during winter is also important.

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