How to build a dog crate is an important first step for those interested in pet dogs. If you are one of these, you will find this article useful. It provides information on learning how to build a dog crate and the various options available when choosing material. It also includes instructions for making a dog crate with a dog house inside. After reading this article, you should have a good idea how to go about learning how to build a dog crate.
Your project to learn how to build a dog crate should begin by deciding whether you are going to build it yourself from scratch or buy one. Cut a piece of strong plywood that is at least two feet long by four feet wide and at least three feet tall. Be sure that yours is big enough for your pup to stand up, turn round, and lay down comfortably in it. Keep in mind that no matter how large your crate is, it will be most convenient for him if it is as large as possible – preferably a living room sized crate.
Start by measuring the dimensions of your dog’s crate. Use a tape measure and draw a straight line down the side and top, then across the bottom. The height should be one inch less than your pup’s height. Make note of the spacing between each of the doorways and windows. Determine the difficulty level of your DIY project by figuring out how much rebar you need to construct. At this point, I would suggest purchasing an easy woodworking set rather than an “easier” tool.
Once you have decided what material you will use to build your dog crate, it is time to choose a plan. My preference is using some type of calking compound. It is non toxic and has a nice plastic finish. For the dog crate side panels, I prefer the “turn around” type of chain link material. This allows you to easily slide the panels back and forth into the hole in the top.
To build a dog crate, it is very important to build with a sturdy frame. Most dogs will not be able to outgrow their dog crate and will require a larger one as their permanent home. The best material for a strong, sturdy frame is wood because it is both strong and lightweight.
If your dog has special needs, such as medical concerns, you may want to consider a removable, movable frame. You can find several designs on the Internet. Some are more difficult to assemble, but most are quite simple to put together. One example of a removable frame design is the melamine dog crate.
The final step is to turn the assembled square or rectangular board into a rough draft. In this rough draft, cut strips of plywood that equal one inch each and use them as guidelines when building the final crate. You should also take a close look at the construction plan and make sure you have the appropriate materials needed. When you go to start assembling the project, all your materials required are located near where you would like to start.
One final thing to consider when learning how to build a dog kennel is the fastening methods. You will need Brad nails or screws to attach the three long pieces of the wood to the floor. Use enough Brad nails or screws so that the dog kennel will remain stable while it is being assembled. There will also be times when you will have to move the dog kennel from one location to another and this requires fastening the edges using Brad nails or screws. Keep in mind the fact that wood expands and contracts while it is in liquid form so make sure the Brad nails or screws are kept sufficiently far apart to account for this expansion and contraction.
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