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Exterior Other Design Dilemma

Has anyone DIY enclosed dog run and kennels at their house?

5 years ago

2 big dogs

Need to reclaim my back deck for personal use which is where they currently sleep.

Under the deck I am trying to design an enclosed / lockable doggie yard with two kennel / sleeping areas.

Any inspiration out there? Photos?

Kindest regards

Comments (5)

oklouise
5 years ago
some photos of the deck and space underneath would help understand the space but what is the height and depth of available space and what size are the dogs?
Lyn Huppatz
5 years ago
Am worried that perhaps you do not have the space for 2 large dogs. If they are going to be cooped up most of the time perhaps better if you find a new more spacious home for them.
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petaj23
Original Author
5 years ago
Hi Lyn I need not be concerned we have a huge yard, they get two walks a day etc, but it’s the sleeping arrangement I need a kennel run for, as they should not be left outside to roam at night. I intend on making their doggy bedroom spectacular which is why I was seeking any ideas out there.
petaj23
Original Author
5 years ago
Oklouise, I have an undercover space that measures 4.23metres wide by 5 meters for their bedroom, plus an adjacent enclosed run that is extensive.
oklouise
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
all depends on the height under the deck and is the deck slatted timber or solid as the space underneath needs to be dry and out of drafts so you may need to add floor, walls and ceiling but easiest option, with enough headroom, would be to lay some modular decking on the ground towards the front of the space, install two separate self contained weatherproof kennels facing each other with a walking space between and steel mesh at the back of the kennels to prevent acccess to further under the deck with optional screwed on fencing panels and gates across the front and/or access to their enclosed run ... hopefully they'll soon learn to treat the space as their bedroom ....i would want a space tall enough for easy access to remove the kennels and bedding for cleaning but as they have a generous external yard and regular walks their space under the deck need not be bigger than the kennel and a small walkway between with access to permanent water they should be safe and happy in their basement accommodation for quite extended periods ...all components suggested are readily available at the major hardware

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