Dog Kennel

All About Dog Kennels

Excecutive Summary about Dog Kennels by Kelly Marshall

A dog kennel is a great way for your dog or dogs to spend time outside without chains or tied but still secure and safe. Dog kennels also reduce your dog’s change of getting into a fight with another dog, contacting diseases or being poisoned.

Unlike a cage, where the dog has very little room, dog kennels provide your pet with enough space to exercise, see the sights and enjoy some fresh air safely. A dog kennel needs to provide shelter for your pet from the outside elements, such as extreme heat, rain or snow. Kennel floors made of cement hold both heat and cold.

Portable dog kennels are great for people that travel or visit a lot and love taking their dog along. Pet stores and large department stores usually carry a wide selection of dog kennels, normally in standard sizes.

Permanent dog kennels are usually constructed of metal or aluminum screens and steel posts set into the ground. For a dog or dogs that spend a fair amount of time outdoors in their dog kennel, some owners add a dog run to give their pets more room to play and exercise. Permanent dog kennels are sturdy enough to withstand a dogs jumping and pushing, without collapsing.

Dog Kennels, Which Type is the Best For You and Your Pet

Excecutive Summary about Dog Kennels by D. Goossens

To understand the difference between the different types of kennels, let’s look at the two main types: Self assembled or “kit” kennels and “modular” kennels.

Most chain link dog kennels fall into the kit category. You assemble the frame of the kennel and attempt to stretch the chain link to fit into the frame. In the past several years, the chain link kennel manufacturers have begun to offer modular panels. Chain link is a soft metal that many dogs can actually chew their way through.

Modular dog kennels have many advantages to dog owners as all the walls, gate panels, doors are prefabricated. This makes the kennel very easy to move if needed or expanded if you acquire a second or third dog. Modular dog kennels come in many different types and strengths.

The gauge number of the kennel wire is an indication as to the kennels ability to contain larger and more aggressive breeds of dogs. An 8 gauge kennel is much stronger than a 11 gauge kennel, so keep this in mind when purchasing.

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