e premte, 22 qershor 2007

Advantages and Disadvantages of Chain Link Dog Kennel

There are certain breeds of dogs, such as the German Shepherds (Alsatians) and the Collies etc., which are actually the outdoor varieties, or working breeds. These breeds can thrive best on exercise and enjoy staying outdoors for the greater section of the day. Responsible ownership not only means providing the dog with the proper food and the right medical aid whenever necessary, but also with the safety and security regarding the shelter.

The chain link dog kennel is the best option to keep the dog outdoor with the utmost safety and security. There is a wide range of options of fencing for the chain link dog kennel to choose from in the construction of the outdoor kennel. Almost all the types of fences are good, but each one of them also is not devoid of their own specific disadvantages.

The Prime Criterions to be Considered While Selecting Chain Link Dog Kennel

The dog's well-being is the first thing to look for and this is an area where responsible ownership starts. Sometimes it is found that the links of the fences of a chain link dog kennel are not carefully joined together and there remain possibilities of serious injuries thereby. The dogs may get severe protrusions by the sharp endings of the chain links, which may end up with a serious medical concern.

On the other hand, the links of the chain link dog kennels are sometimes not welded properly, which turn de-linked within a short spell of time, thereby leaving the dog unsecured. The joints or the links are the salient point where the owner has to put some emphasize while ordering a chain link dog kennel for his or her lovely little pooch.

The next most important factor that a dog owner should consider while going for a chain link dog kennel is the quality of the material of the chain. Generally chain link dog kennels are made up of metal wires, which become rusty if the quality is low. Any minor protrusion in any part of the dog's body may end up with serious damage due to tetanus. The high quality galvanized wire can solve the problem to a great extent. The quality of the steel frames of the chain link dog kennel should also be high enough to prevent the rust.

Another very serious thing to be considered is the holes or the gaps in the chain. They must never be large enough to allow the dogs to put the head through. There are certain real stories of the serious injuries and even death of some dogs that had accidentally put their head through and choked to death.

e enjte, 21 qershor 2007

Building a Dog House

There are Many Things that Go into Building a Dog House

There are many things to consider when you are building a dog house. The first and foremost is the comfort of the animal. If the dog house is uncomfortable to the pet, then it could be made of gold, and the animal would not even look at it. It is imperative that the animal feels happy and safe inside its house. For this purpose, one should be extremely careful while building a dog house, because it is easy very easy to get carried away and create a house that is exceptionally beautiful for humans and totally useless for your dogs.
What You Should Ensure that Your Dog House Should Have

There are many things that you should take into consideration while building a dog house for your pet. Though the frills will depend from person to person and from dog to dog, the basics will always remain the same.

1. The dog house should be easy to clean. For this purpose, many people choose to put hinges on the roof while building a dog house; this would ensure that the place will always be cleaned thoroughly, giving the animal a safe and pleasant environment to live in.

2. Place the dog-house entrance towards the East (this is valid in USA where most of the storms come from the West or South); in this way, the dog will never be faced with direct wind or rain getting in through the entrance. The direction can be changed in the case of other places, depending on the direction of the wind in that region.

3. A common fallacy people face while building a dog house is to not paint the insides of the dog-house. This is mostly because the dogs cannot stand the strong smell of the paint and when exposed for long period, it impairs their sense of smell temporarily. However, if you paint the house, say some 10-15 days in advance, then the smell and its impact would definitely be over. In fact the dog house will look a thousand times better if the insides are painted as well.

4. You can ensure that rain does not get inside the dog's house by slightly slanting the roof and the floor of the house towards the entrance. In this way, even if the rain water gets it, it will not get inside the house and wet the animal sheltered inside.

The above are some of the highlights that one should keep in mind while building a dog house. The overall package will always depend on the animal and the person who is constructing; however, unless the basics are taken care of, the house would not be inhabitable.