Choosing from the best kennel systems for your dog

Posted by Linda Share on February 1st, 2016

Kennel systems are not just required by those who offer rented accommodation for dogs. Even dog owners need to have a proper kennel so that their dog is properly accommodated. There are dog owners who don’t keep their dogs outside - their dogs are like members of their family and cohabit with the humans inside their homes. But arranging for proper accommodation for dogs is actually a good idea because the dogs form a habit. There are different types of kennels that you can purchase, including sliding hatches. It all depends on the kind of pet dog that you have and to an extent, your personal taste.

The best kennel systems are those that offer proper accommodation for dogs. Dogs are of different breeds and of different sizes and hence, a standard kennel cannot accommodate all breeds of these animals. When you are in the process of buying a kennel, size should be your first consideration. Your dog's kennel should be large enough for them to stay inside comfortably. This means that they should be able to fully turn inside their kennel and at least take a few steps inside. Kennels are available in all sizes and hence, choosing the right size shouldn't be an issue for you.

You also need to decide on the exact type of kennel you need to buy. Sliding hatches are considered to be among the best in kennel systems. These kennels, as their name suggests, consist of hatches that can be lifted or lowered to take your dog out or put it inside the kennel respectively. The best sliding hatches are made of stainless steel with special boards on the floor to prevent chewing. A sliding hatch comes with its own pulley and rope that you can use to lift or lower the hatch. There are holes placed strategically in these hatches so that they can be secured with the floor or the walls. Even the most powerful dogs cannot damage these kennels.

After you have decided on which of the kennel systems you will buy, you need to make it comfortable for your four-legged friend. There are several things you can do in this regard. For starters, you can keep a few toys that your dog loves to play with. Also keep supplying treats every now and then so that your dog is calm throughout the day. Ensure that you don’t let your dog stuff the treats because this can result in weight gain. And to make sure that dogs love their sliding hatches, it is a good idea to keep an item that smells of the owner, a blanket for example.

Whether you choose one of the sliding hatches or the other kennel systems, always keep your pet in mind. You may think that a particular kennel is the best one for your dog, but that may not be true. You can find out information online or consult a vet and you will soon know which kennel to buy for your dog.

Apart from sliding hatches, there are other kennel systems that you can choose from.