Having a dog sometimes can be a great challenge. They're friendly, and curious and would love to spend their time outdoors, but sometimes can get too excited and run away or jump on people. No matter if you're just a pet owner, a dog breeder or a farmer, sometimes you might need to get backyard dog enclosures. It will be of great help to keep your dog away while babies or children are playing in the backyard. Also, it would be a great way to keep your dog safe and secure while you're out doing work or running errands. There are many reasons why dog owners invest in dog enclosures, and each of them is valid enough. Before you get your enclosure, here are a few things that you need to consider.
What is an Outdoor Dog Enclosure?
An outdoor dog enclosure has four to eight wall sections and a gate. It's made to keep your dog safe inside for a short time. These enclosures are often made of wood, plastic or metal that can withstand the elements.
Types of Outdoor Dog Enclosures
There are various types of backyard dog enclosures; various sizes and heights are available to meet your dog's basic needs. Some can fold up so you can store them when you don't use them, while others remain erected on your property as permanent structures. If you live on a farm, or just need a place for your dog to stay while you do errands, an outdoor kennel and pen will be of great help.
These enclosures tend to have specialized hardware that allows you to enter and exit with ease without giving your dog a chance to flip the latch and escape. Different dog enclosures types include pet gates, exercise pens, modular panel enclosures and chain link kennels. You can find them under names such as dog kennel, outdoor dog run, exercise pen, dog run page, etc.
How To Choose The Right Dog Enclosure?
To choose the right outdoor pet enclosure simply follow the characteristics of your home, backyard and lifestyle, but also the needs and characteristics of your dog and how they interact with their environment.
Purpose of Dog Enclosure
These enclosures are made for the temporary stay of your dog. This way the pet can remain outdoors and enjoy the sun and fresh air while you're doing errands or are briefly absent from home. You can be sure your dog won't run away or jump over the fence and start running after the mailman or other visitors. Also, your house and yard will remain in good shape (this is important if you have a chewer or digger).
People would use the enclosure if their dog gets existed near children and tends to run or jump on them. It's a great place to keep your pet after they have played in the mud and it’s a safe place to bathe your dog as well. If you're getting a portable enclosure you can take it with you when going camping or travelling with your RV. This way your dog won't have to sleep inside the RV or tent and will remain safe right next to you.
How Long Do You Want to Hold Your Dog?
Since these enclosures are made for a short time, it's essential to determine how long your dog can stay in there before they become anxious or restless. Some dogs can remain in there for the entire working hours of their owners, while others can become sad or upset only after a few hours.
Keep in mind that these enclosures aren't meant to house your dog 24/7 remember.
Suitable for Breeders, Farmers and Dog Boarders
These enclosures are a good choice if your work is related to farming or dog breeding or boarding. If you're running a boarding business where you need to house many dogs in one area, the enclosure will help you achieve that. Dog breeders could also use the enclosures to separate male from female dogs and keep them safe. If you're a rescuer, the enclosure can be of great help to house new dogs, especially if you already have healthy dogs on your property and want them to remain safe.
Things to Consider
Placement
If you have a form of shelter in your yard such as a patio, you can invest in a pet gate and keep your dog in there. In case you need a larger confinement area, you can get a chain link kennel or modular panel to enclose it; however, you'll need to add a roof to protect your dog from sun, rain and snow. Besides a patio, you can set the enclosure in a laundry area in your home. Again, depends on how large your dog is and how large the laundry area is.
What About Dog Size?
Your dog's breed and size will determine the size of dog enclosure you need. Larger dogs (or even athletic dogs) can easily attempt to jump over the pet gate and get out. If you have a smaller breed this might not be possible, but you should get a security gate that will keep the dog inside.
