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In the past, a lot of people used doghouses because they didn’t share their homes with dogs. But now, most dog parents use outdoor doghouses as places for their pups to lounge comfortably with their humans nearby. “Giving your dog their own house in the yard can help prevent behavioral issues, as dogs know they can go and take a break if they start to get overstimulated by activity in the yard, such as a barbecue or other gathering,” says Sassafras Lowrey, an author, certified professional dog trainer, and trick instructor. When it comes to finding the right-size doghouse, it’s important to get one large enough for your dog to fully lie down and relax inside. Also look for one with enough space to add some comfortable bedding as well as chews, toys, and puzzles. “Providing your dog these enrichment activities in their doghouses helps them to build positive associations with the space and see it as their private oasis,” Lowrey says. Custom Aquarium Heating Rod
I talked to 15 people who really know and love dogs, including veterinarians, trainers, doggy-day-care providers, and dog parents, to recommend the best doghouses for dogs to call home outside the home.
Super White Fish Tank This well-made plastic doghouse, perfect for medium-to-large breeds, received rave reviews from many of our experts. “It is made of durable materials, so the product has a long life, and it is easy to maintain and clean,” says Bethany Hsia, a veterinarian and co-founder of CodaPet who owns three dogs. Kait Hembree, head of training at GoodPup, says it’s the only doghouse she’d buy and that her Chesapeake Bay retriever, Delta Dawn, loves hers. “Living in Montana, we had extreme temperatures during both cold- and warm-weather seasons,” she says. “The well-insulated walls kept her warm in the winter when she wasn’t indoors and cool in the summer.