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Choosing the Perfect Dog Kennel and Run: Tips and Ideas for Pet Owners

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Picking out the right dog kennel for your pets is important for their safety and comfort. If you’re away from your home for a couple hours, you’ll want to make sure that they are in a secure environment where they have space to move around and be comfortable. Leaving them constricted to a too-small area is bad for your pet’s well-being. You should consider a few specific features to ensure that your pets are left in the best possible dog kennels for outside of the home.

Go With the Right Size

Choosing the right sized dog kennels for outside your home will look different than indoor kennels. For an outdoor kennel and run, you’ll want to ensure that the space has enough room for your dog to walk around it but also provide a secure den to rest and get away from any weather elements that might occur while you’re away from the home.

For bigger breeds, you’ll need to invest in a larger-sized kennel and run. For small dogs, you can go with a smaller size, as they won’t need the extra long run a large dog would need. It’s important to note that you should buy the correct size kennel for an adult-sized version of your dog’s breed. Though a growing puppy might not need the space, once it reaches maturity, you’ll need a space big enough for the adult dog.

Pick out Durable and Longlasting Materials

The materials of the kennel and run matter as you’ll have to deal with varying weather elements, animals, and other factors that could affect its longevity. Our single dog kennels for outside the home are constructed with a treated framework, so it’s protected from issues like insects, rot, and other degradation common to outside materials.

Consider Extra Features

While our standard outdoor dog kennels provide great value for dog owners, you may want to consider additional features that aid in durability and convenience. Features like bitumen corrugated roofing and galvanized anti-destruction panels protect the structure of your kennel and keep it in top condition. Other possible add-on features include dog bowls and a bed box to make the kennel more convenient and comfortable.

Choose a Professional Fitting

Part of choosing the perfect dog kennel for your home includes safety and construction. You’ll want to choose a dog kennel you know has been safely and securely installed. Our dog kennels for outside the home are always installed by our team to ensure that the structure is safe for your pets. 

Choosing the right dog kennel and run will depend on your pet. However, the right outdoor kennel will also be safe and well-constructed. You should consider investing in a structure with durable and long-lasting materials that can withstand the elements and any destructive dog behaviour. Our single dog kennels are built to last, plus you can count on our professional installation to ensure the very best for your dog. 

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James S.
12:23 12 Jan 25
Hi , I had Liam and Craig from Benchmark kennels to install my new shed . Happy with the quality and service . Thank You Lads !
Kate A.
11:40 10 Jan 25
Brogan and Nath did an excellent job fitting our Kennels today, despite the weather they did a fantastic job and super efficiently.Highly recommend.
John D.
15:45 12 Dec 24
Had a 3 run kennel installed by Benchmarks and I’m so impressed. The communication was excellent and it was a very smooth process. Cat in the office was excellent and the assembly team both Liam & Jonny were brilliant, meticulous detail and very professional.I’m very happy with my kennel and the service, great job!Also definitely upgrade to the galvanised insulation pack, well worth it.
Johanna W.
16:21 27 Nov 24
I had a delivery of an insulated kennel and also constructed on site for me. Liam and Jonny did a great job. These kennels are really well made. Really appreciated both of you!
Sydnee K.
13:25 13 Nov 24
We had our 14 x 4ft Pent Duo Kennels built today, by the lovely Liam and Jonny. We are very impressed with the quality of the kennels and the workmanship that both Liam and Jonny did. Communication with Kat, ordering the kennels was painless and communications throughout were easy. Jonny and Liam arrived when they said they would, were polite, hardworking and tidied up after themselves. They even screwed on the solar light we bought for the kennels, which was kind of them. 5* from us!
Lewes M.
13:03 30 Oct 24
I got a double dog kennel,it’s a great quality and I’m really happy with it. Staff were really helpful on the phone when I ordered it. Great service. Triantis and Johnny who came to fit it were really nice and had a great attitude couldn’t have been nicerDefinitely recommend this company
Nikki C.
08:08 30 Sep 24
What a fantastic service from Benchmark Kennels. All my many email and Facebook enquiries were answered swiftly and politely and the telephone calls all very friendly. We ordered our kennel and it was delivered and assembled by 3 friendly lads. The kennel itself, while not cheap is of great quality and will last many many years.They have a fantastic team there. Don't hesitate to buy from them. Thank you Benchmark!
Lucy E.
13:31 11 Sep 24
Thank you Benchmark Kennels for a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ service - from ordering to delivery and installation it was not only super easy but super quick. First class service and professionalism - Brogan and Ash arrived and quickly had the kennel up and finished. Great quality and attention to detail - thank you so much. I am sure Spike will be very happy in his new house! …highly recommend.

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