Wood Dog House – It’s a Good Insulator

High quality, wooden dog houses are available online from many retailers.  A wooden dog house can be customized to resemble almost any residence.  Most dog houses constructed of wood are made cedar.

There are several different types of wooden houses.  There is a single design unit for house only one dog.  Then there is the multi-room unit, which is usually called a kennel, is designed for several dogs. 

Cedar is the preferable wood for a dog house.  Not only is cedar long lasting but it helps to deter the reproduction of fleas.  Cedar is both weather and insect resistant but can be quite expensive.  Untreated woods like Douglas fir and pine will not last very long.  These woods are prone to rot and they are not insect resistant.  Pressure-treated wood is resistant to rot and insects due to the preservation techniques applied to the wood.  But pressure-treated wood also needs to be coated with a protectant or it may crack or split.  Cedar and pressure-treated wood are both able to withstand extreme weather conditions while keeping your canine companion cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

There are several different styles of dog houses available.  Some are basic with a single room while others are luxurious with multiple rooms, levels and decks.  Most dog houses are marketed to buyers based on the breed of their dog - a small dog requires a small dog house.  This makes it easy when selecting a house.

A single unit dog house can have only one inside room or multiple rooms. Multiple rooms usually have a removable wind wall to block the wind. When the wall is removed it opens up the dog house so it is now just one giant room.

With a little research selecting the right dog house for your pooch can save you money and provide adequate shelter.

Please see our Wood Dog Houses Buying Guide for more information on quality wooden doghouses from our recommended merchants.

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