Dog Kennels

Garden Woodcraft builds heavy-duty wooden outdoor dog kennels designed to provide a dry, insulated retreat for working dogs and outdoor pets. Each kennel features a raised floor to prevent rising damp, a weatherproof overhanging roof, and thick timber walls for essential draft protection.

A safe outdoor dog kennel must be raised off the cold ground and feature an offset door design, creating a sheltered sleeping corner where your dog can completely escape the wind and rain.

Features of a weatherproof dog kennel

Leaving a dog outside in the UK requires a kennel built to housing standards, not just a wooden box:

• Raised flooring: Our kennels sit on elevated feet, keeping the timber base away from wet grass and allowing air to circulate underneath to prevent rot.
• Offset entrance: The door is positioned to one side rather than in the centre. This creates a solid, draft-free “blind corner” inside where your dog can curl up away from driving rain.

Frequently asked questions

What size wooden dog kennel does my dog need?

Your dog should be able to walk inside, turn around comfortably, and lie down fully stretched out. However, you should not buy a kennel that is vastly oversized. A kennel that is too large will not retain your dog’s body heat efficiently during cold nights.

Is the timber safe if my dog chews it?

We use non-toxic, pet-safe pressure treatments on our timber. While it is perfectly safe if chewed, our kennels are built from incredibly thick wood making them highly chew-resistant compared to thin, mass-produced alternatives.