Logistics of a Large Dog Kennel
For most people buying a new dog the decision to buy a dog kennel is relatively easy. They only need decide on whether it will be made from plastic, metal or wood depending on their circumstances and then they have hundreds of choices both online or at their local pet store. However, if you have a large dog then you will need a large dog kennel. It is not nearly as easy to buy a dog house for a Great Dane, an Irish Wolfhound or a Newfoundland as it is for a Bassett or a Collie. 
Of course these large dogs will require an outdoor dog kennel as no-one is going to design a lightweight plastic kennel for a very large dog. It would probably get chewed to pieces in a matter of minutes! Though there is not as much choice there are still plenty of large dog kennels out there for sale, though you should expect to pay a premium price as the quantity of timber required is reflected in the price. Some people are willing to spend a small fortune on their large dogs and will buy them luxurious accommodation which can look more like a gazebo or summer house.
If you decide that rather than buy one you are more than capable of building a large dog kennel yourself then ensure that you make detailed plans first. Think about where the kennel will be situated as though it’s possible to place small dog kennels almost anywhere, a large one could obstruct your view in certain places. The minimum size for a kennel is a length that would allow your dog to lie stretched out, taller than head height and broad enough that he can turn a full circle. Remember that once you have added insulation felt with wooden panels on top that the dog kennel will be made smaller inside.
Make sure that you use good quality timber as the structure will be exposed to the elements and will soon start to deteriorate if you use cheap wood. Good quality wood also tends to be stronger and so will withstand the weight of a large dog barging around in it much better than its cheaper counterpart.
If you have more than one dog then you will of course need an extra large dog kennel, possibly with a dividing wall so that they can sleep separately. Many people also build runs attached to the kennel to give their dog somewhere to exercise when they are not out on a walk.
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