A dog house offers a safe refuge for your pooch. Whether it is low temperature, rains or the other external elements, your pet will feel safe and secure once it has a dog house to step in and rest and relax. You can find a wide range of designer dog houses at our puppy boutique.

However, when your puppy is outdoors during winters, he or she will need a “warm” dog house. Cold temperatures can make a dog sick. Your dog may even suffer from a condition called hypothermia. If you plan to keep your pooch well-protected against the harsh and inclement weather of the winter season, you should take some simple steps to make the dog house winter-ready. Just like humans, dogs too need protection and safety from the cold winter weather.

Protecting Your Puppy from Cold Weather

Dogs are playful creatures. Even during winters, puppies want to go outside and indulge in playful activities. While you can’t force your pet to stay indoors in winters, you can definitely buy or build a dog house, which offers adequate warmth and keeps the dog safe, cozy and comfortable.

Many dog breeds are gifted with a thick fur to keep themselves warm. But there are other breeds, which do not have a lot of fat or thick fur. Such dogs need extra warmth during the winter season. Many times, even puppies with thick fur need additional care for warmth. That is why it is extremely important to make sure that the dog house you buy is ready for winters. There are ways you can use to insulate the dog house to make the area inside it warm and cozy.

Feel free to reach out to Rockstar Puppy Boutique to buy a warm dog house, specially for the winter season. You can also talk to our dog house builders for some practical advice and tips in this regard.

Ways to Keep a Dog House Warm

Preparing a warm dog house is of utmost importance, as it will keep your dog in good health and fit during winters. If your dog house is not winter-ready, you can take some useful steps to ensure it is.

Seal Off Cracks: 

If you already have a dog house, check it from all sides to see if there are any gaps or cracks. Cold winds during the winter season can pass through these small cracks and take away the warmth of the dog house. If you see cracks or gaps, seal them off in a proper manner.

Install a Snug Doorway: 

To retain heat, the dog house needs to remain enclosed from all sides - the doorway in particular. The door should be designed in a way that it can effectively block cold winds. If the doorway is not snug, fix it or replace it with a new one which is a good match for the wintry weather. It is also a good idea to cover the doorway with a cozy material.

Invest in Warm Bedding: 

First, line the floor of the dog house with cedar chips to keep pests and bugs away. Then, get accessories such as a cozy bed, blankets and towels to lay inside. If you are in search of high quality warm bedding, don’t forget to visit Rockstar Puppy Boutique’s online store.

Elevate the Dog House: 

When it comes to heat retention, the placement of the dog house makes a great deal of difference. All floors are not the same. So, you should examine the location of the dog house and see if the floor gets icy cold during winters or the ground remains warmer. If the ground gets colder, you need to elevate the dog house a few inches above.

Add Insulation: 

Most of all, you should add some insulation to your puppy house for effective heat retention during winters. Foam board or aluminum foil are some of the ideal materials you can use for this purpose. Also, you can try using other home-made insulation products. At a puppy boutique, you can also buy dog house kits that provide insulation for winters. After the cold months come to an end, you can remove the foam insulation to keep the space cool.

All of these are simple and easy steps. However, following these will create a very warm and cozy atmosphere inside the puppy house. While your pooch is outdoors, he or she can quickly hop into the dog house to feel warm and cozy. If you are looking for more such ideas, feel free to take professional help or consult with an experienced dog house builder in or near your location.

Consider Using Heating Sources

In addition to the tips shared above, you can also use a number of heating devices and tools to create extra warmth in your puppy house. Given below are some of the most useful ideas you can use.

Heating Pad: 

A dog heat pad or a heat pad is a highly useful device that you can place inside the puppy house for additional warmth. On chilly days and nights, your pooch can comfortably sleep on the heating pad and keep himself or herself warm. Make sure you get a branded heating pad.

Heat Lamp: 

A heat or heating lamp is a device that you can mount to the ceiling of the puppy house. While it keeps the space warm, you also need to adhere to some safety guidelines while mounting it. It should be correctly placed at enough height so that your puppy cannot reach it.

Mini Furnace: 

Heaters or furnaces prove quite useful for humans during the chilly winter season. There are furnaces for dog houses as well. Known as mini-furnace, these heaters are designed with special safety features so that the puppy does not get burns from the device. You can mount these small heaters either on the wall or the ceiling of the puppy house.

Solar Panels: 

It is a great idea to have your puppy house heated through solar energy in the winter season. All you need to do is place solar panels on the roof of the puppy house and attach it to an inverter. With this power source, you can operate a heater, warming mat or any other heating device.

Are You Looking for a Warm Dog House?

Do not let the chilly winter days make your puppy cold and uncomfortable while he or she is outdoors. If you truly care for your pooch, invest in a well-designed winter dog house for protection against the inclement weather. Having a warm dog house means your puppy will have the freedom to go out and play during winter days - and rest and relax when he or she needs warmth. At the Rockstar Puppy Boutique, we expertly design a wide range of high quality dog houses as well as deal in a variety of dog accessories and kits to suit specific needs.

Check out our online puppy boutique to find your ideal dog house or reach out to us to have a custom dog house built for your lovely pooch. You can also write us an email using the contact form given on our website.