Alright, let’s gab about them wood above ground dog kennels, you know, the ones for your furry fellers. I ain’t no fancy expert, but I’ve seen a thing or two, and I’ll tell ya what I know. So, listen up!
First off, why wood, you ask? Well, it looks nice, kinda natural-like. Better than them cold, metal cages, I reckon. Wood’s warmer too, keeps your doggy comfy in the winter. And you can fix it up real easy if somethin’ breaks. Just hammer a nail or two, good as new!
Now, about them above-ground kennels. That’s important, ya hear? Keeps your dog off the cold, damp ground. Better for their bones, I say. My old Bess used to get so achy layin’ on the dirt. These wood ones, they’re like little houses for your pups. Keeps ’em safe and dry.
- Wood’s purdy.
- Wood’s warm.
- Wood’s easy to fix.
- Above ground is better for the dog.
Buildin’ one of these things ain’t rocket science, though I wouldn’t know nothin’ ’bout rockets. You get some wood planks, long ones, mind you. The fella at the store, he called ’em “eight 1 by 3 by 8 wood.” Whatever that means. Just get the long, sturdy ones. Then you nail ’em together, make a box. Leave a space for a door, ya gotta let the dog in and out, don’t ya?
Flooring is important too. Don’t just leave dirt. The fella was talkin’ ’bout small rocks. Said it helps with drainage. Keeps the kennel from gettin’ all muddy and nasty. That makes sense, I guess. Nothin’ worse than a stinky, wet dog house. You could use wood planks for the floor too, but make sure they ain’t too close together. Gotta let the pee and water drain out somewhere.
Some folks get all fancy with their kennels. Addin’ roofs and little porches. Well, I ain’t got time for all that fuss. A simple box with a door is good enough for my dogs. But if you wanna make it pretty, go ahead. Paint it up, add some trim. Your dog won’t care, but it might make you feel good.
The size of the kennel, well, that depends on your dog. A big dog needs a big kennel, a little dog needs a little one. Common sense, right? Don’t cram your dog into a tiny space. They need room to move around, stand up, and stretch. Just like us, I reckon.
Thinkin’ ’bout insulation? That ain’t a bad idea, ‘specially if you live where it gets real cold. You can put some extra wood on the inside, or maybe even some of that foamy stuff. Just make sure your dog don’t chew on it. Some dogs, they chew on everything.
Keepin’ it clean is important too. Nobody wants to live in a dirty house, not even a dog. Sweep it out regular, wash it down with the hose. Gets rid of the stink and the germs. And don’t forget to check for splinters. Don’t want your dog gettin’ hurt.
Now, where to put this kennel? That’s another thing to think about. Find a spot that’s shady in the summer, sunny in the winter. Out of the wind, if you can. And make sure you can see it from the house. You gotta keep an eye on your dog, make sure they’re alright.
So, there you have it. My two cents on them wood above ground dog kennels. Ain’t nothin’ too complicated about it. Just give your dog a safe, comfortable place to stay. They deserve it, them furry fellers. They’re part of the family, after all.
Remember, keep it simple, keep it sturdy, and keep it clean. That’s all there is to it. Your dog will thank you for it, even if they can’t say the words. You’ll see it in their waggin’ tail and happy eyes. And that’s good enough for me.
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