The large dog extends love and affection always matching its size. It is a demanding family member, but it offers you it’s time and affection in return. The large dog ages faster than a small dog and that’s a fact. Also a fact that a large dog needs a large house matching its size, and an old dog needs comfort and safety.
The choices for large dog houses are wide. The large dog houses that opened with a single piece are a great fit for large dogs such as Great Danes, Rottweilers, Labs, and even larger dogs. They feel comfortable in a large space because they occupy most of it. Although your dog does prefer to retreat into a small space, you don’t want the dog to be cramped up. You want your pet to enjoy the beauty of a big house while he or she feels comfortable and secure.
Dogs Like Wood
Weather proof Plywood is great for building and using on a dog houses. Ready made kits to buy and assemble using weather proof plywood are also available in desired sizes. Look for the raised platform for air circulation and to keep the room dry. Look for a sloped roof to avoid stagnation of water; it wouldn’t be a bad idea if the roof was removable for easy cleaning.
Precision Pet Outback Log Exterior Dog House
If you really want to please your pooch then choose a large dog house made out of naturally treated cedar wood. Your dog should like the scent of the wood, especially cedar. Cedar wood can withstand humidity and extreme weather conditions.
Large dog houses do not necessarily mean you need really big structures. The perfect doghouse is not too big and not too small. Your dog should be able to stand up and turn around inside it. Anything larger will not hold in the heat and anything smaller will be uncomfortable, imagine if you had no room to stretch.
Big Can Be Too Big!
Merry Pet The Stable Wood Pet House, Large
Extra large dog houses are expensive but they offer peace of mind to the pet owner. Large dog houses have lovely designs which make them look like little homes. These kinds of dog houses have dormers, peaked roofs and windows. You can also add attractive shutters, window boxes as well as paint colors to make them match your house.
In addition, large dog houses are specifically for bigger breeds and are designed and built accordingly. A small dog might end up hurting itself in a bigger kennel. The interiors and accessories for a kennel for big dogs are different and in most cases, are not suitable at all for a breed which is small in size.
How big is big enough when searching for large dog houses? Dogs are not at all like people when it comes to size preference for housing. Most people would prefer a home with some extra space, but that is not the case with dogs. In fact, bigger is not always better when it comes to selecting the perfect size dog house for large dogs. Dogs, like most other animals, prefer smaller spaces to relax in because they feel more secure in a space that is easy to monitor, even while dozing. So it is very important to know the size of your dog, even if you have to take measurements.
Merry Products Large Log Cabin Doghouse – 38in.W x 44in.D x 34in.H, Model# EL001H
I know what you’re thinking, you’re thinking of buying a plastic tub big enough for your dog, cutting out openings for the doors and windows. Placing it upside down on a cement floor, tailed floor, or elevated wooden floor and you have a cheap dog house. Your dog deserves better than that, give him something that shows that you care. An upside down plastic container doesn’t say that you love him or her.
Be sure to build it off the ground. This keeps the dog out of contact with damp soil. It also prevents the wood from rotting and extends the life of the 
