D.I.Y. Dog Kennel

Hi All,

I thought I’d share a DIY dog kennel project we did some years ago.

Discovering how expensive large dog kennels are and realising many of the necessary materials to build our own were readily available, we decided to make a kennel for our family pup.

We grabbed an old wooden fruit bin off our farm which proved perfect for the base and frame of the kennel. We simply cut a rectangular door on one of the side panels keeping in mind how much our pup would grow and the space he’d need to easily enter and exit. Next, we nailed down some old carpet offcuts to the floor of the bin to provide some warmth in the winter months. Knowing too well that dogs love to chew, we opted for this addition rather than relying on a foam bed which would most likely get torn up! We then fixed some old sheet iron onto the top of the bin for roofing.

Here’s a picture of our kennel...

Dog Ken

Would love to hear about other pet related projects!

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Kim

What a great idea @aly. We've done something similar for our dogs previously, too. One thing that good, proper dog kennels do is insulate - those igloo style dog kennels are great like that.

The other important thing if you are considering a D.I.Y. dog kennel is to ensure you add a barrier or screen infront of the kennel entry so that the wind and rain can't get into the kennel.

Do that and pooch should be happy!

kaylah_rose

@aly - great idea.

We are almost ready to get our first dog, and you are right dog kennels (actually many things pet related) are super expensive, so seeing your post is great!

I really want to have a go at making a wine barrel kennel. I think it is a really neat idea and looks cosy and comfy for our pup.

aly

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Love it @kaylah_rose! I've seen quite a few of the metal drum kennels but hadn't seen a wine barrel one - looks fanastic, bit more character than the metal drums.

aly

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I've also seen online quite a few of the pallet/skid pet beds like that in the image below. They look great and are a nice item for particularly inside pets.

Pallet Dog Bed

Kermit

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Wine barrels have so many great uses.

I like this one - turning a barrel into a retro arcade machine.

aly

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They're even good for garden beds @Kermit! We cut down a few metal drums for garden beds and they've worked a treat. The wooden ones would look much better but we came across some free metal drums so ran with them!

Joker

Been thinking about a project like this. Have collected some inspiration images...

SeaniusG

So practical and inexpensive. Dog kennels and dog bedding are extremely expensive and poorly made. You know this will last years and your dog will love it!!

I did my dogs new homes and indoor beds when I did my fencing and used fencing palings. Worked out much better than what you can buy.

Jason

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Thanks @SeaniusG. Have you built your own kennel? It would be great to see a photo if you have.

Let me also extend a very warm welcome to Workshop. It's great to have you join the community. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your posts soon. You might like to start by introducing yourself to the community.

Jason

Joker

This is impressive - includes plumbing!

Brad

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Dog box

Hound

3rd generation to have used it.

Baretta11

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Mille & Rubes.JPG My dog Ruby, shown above sleeping with my kittenTille some years ago, lives outside but sleeps in a section on the covered in veranda. She has one of those day beds that are off the ground.
In winter, she has a single bed doona folded in half, on top of that a heated throw from target, (much cheaper than a dog one) anyway, on top of that is a woolen blanket that is washed every week and if weather permits, she is also washed weekly. Over the top of the bed, I fashioned two shoe laces at either end of the bed up on the railing and I tie a blanket at each end that effectively makes a tent over the bed and I tuck the excess blanket under the bed to prevent a draft from the timber veranda.

Picture below is Ruby's heeler cross pups, just love this photo and thought I'd share it.

Last photo, Ruby. Pixie, Cesse, Kira, Obe & Saali 3 Weeks.JPG

Jason

Bunnings has a new video and plans for a D.I.Y. dog kennel for those looking to give their pooch a new home. Looks like a great little project.

Jason

Kermit

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Saw this on Facebook. Not a bad idea! An underground dog house that uses geothermal energy to keep the dog cool in the summer and warm in winter.

Wish my lawn was as good as in the video too!

Baretta11

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@Kermit

Outstanding!!

Blueychick79

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I love it my fur baby has the same name and I was just wondering if it was built out of

MitchellMc

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Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Blueychick79. It's sensational to have you join us and awesome to see you jump straight into the discussion.

If you'd like to mention someone, so they are alerted to your question, you can add an @ symbol before their username. That way ,they'll get a notification ,and we'll know who you're responding to.

Please feel free to ask any questions you have about building your own dog bed, as I trust our helpful members will be eager to assist. I look forward to hearing about your projects and plans around the house and garden. Reach out anytime you need assistance or have something to share with the community.

Mitchell

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