Dog kennels, crates and beds can provide a cosy and comfortable space for your furry friend to sleep, relax and play.
Bunnings Workshop members have shared many terrific projects for their beloved pooches.
Get inspiration for your dog from the projects below, and let us know if you need a hand building your own.
Recycled Pine, reinforced steel bars, barn door tracks and a hardwood benchtop used to build a dog crate cabinet.
A special ramp allows lucky dog Rolo to lounge on the rooftop lawn of his own kennel.
A stylish dog kennel made using recycled pallets, Colorbond offcuts, fence palings and plywood.
Treated Pine and Colorbond sheeting used to make a dog house with a porch as a first-time D.I.Y. project.
A dog kennel on castors made using recycled pallet timber.
A minimalist Scandinavian-inspired dog bed made from treated Pine planks.
Melamine and Pine were used to build a slide-out home for a dog that can be hidden underneath the bed when not in use.
A double bed perfect for large dogs to sprawl out or a relaxing spot for a couple of pets made using recycled timber.
An old TV unit upcycled to create a dog crate by removing glass and replacing with mesh.
An outdoor timber barbecue stand with benchtop, storage cupboards and built-in dog kennel.
Merbau decking was used to create an alfresco bench seat with a built-in puppy home plus handy storage.
Pine, plywood and chrome curtain rods were used to create an indoor kennel with room for two dog beds and storage on top.
A 3x3m dog kennel enclosure with a painted concrete slab and drainage channels for easy cleaning.
Recycled pallet timber was utilised to build a solid puppy whelping box and play pen with a slide-up door that doubles as a ramp.
An old wooden fruit bin upcycled into a budget-friendly dog kennel with carpet offcuts for warmth and sheet-iron roofing.
A timber dog bed sized to fit an orthopaedic mattress, with castor wheels for easy moving and a teak varnish finish.
A Hamptons-inspired ramp using Pine, MDF and grippy foam wall panels to help a dog access the bed for cuddle time.
How to build a dog kennel
The Bunnings team has shared a step-by-step guide How to make a dog kennel with a full list of tools and materials. It is a fun family project and will look great in your backyard.
More help and inspiration for your pet projects
Don't miss 10 ways to make your home pet friendly and D.I.Y. ideas for pets for more ideas on creating a safe and comfortable home for your pets. These include ideas like the popular Twin dog bowl food and water station by Workshop member @Wayne.
