For sound guidance and tips for building first class outdoor dog kennels we contacted lisa peterson director of communications for the american kennel club.
How to make a roof for a dog kennel.
The kennel is like a home to the dog and the roof of the kennel is essential because it can protect the dog from rain snow and sunlight.
Now to cut out the roof sheets.
Dog kennel plans step 1.
Place the gable on the kennel and tack more nails into it and your gable is ready for the roof panels.
Adult dogs need 12 to 14 hours of sleep each day so it might be time to revitalize your pet dog s bed.
Make one roof sheet 12mm longer than the other and that is to allow the thickness of the plywood to create the perfect butt joint at the ridge.
Provide lots of toys and clean water for your dog.
The roof is available in various types like wood tile or metal.
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Give your dog a doghouse for extra protection against the elements.
Mine is 10 x10 kennel but this design should work for any size kennel using the right size tarp.
Plan the size of your outside dog kennel.
Best dog kennel roof diy from make your own dyi dog kennel roof cover.
An alternative to building a roof on a chain link dog kennel is to purchase a cover at a pet supply store.
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Do this for both gables.
Decide whether you want to put a dog house in the kennel or install a roof over it.
Usually the dog kennels come in standard sizes ranging from 8 10 feet and if your dog kennel is of a different size then you can adjust with.
If you go with a dog house make sure it s not so tall that your dog can use it to escape over the side of the kennel.