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Year-Round Comfort in Outdoor Kennels: Advanced Climate Control and Seasonal Adaptation Tips

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It’s reported that 1 in 7 dogs across the UK have died from a heat-related condition. With temperatures on the rise, it’s more important than ever to protect your dog from the dangers of heat stroke.

This is why outdoor dog kennels need built-in climate control to keep your dog comfortable all year long. From location to ventilation, there are precautionary measures you can take to help keep your pet’s kennel cool.

Keep reading to learn about kennel climate control for pets.

Air Flow and Location

Does your outdoor kennel have some type of vinyl tarp or other heavy-duty material covering its sides in the winter? If so, remove it during the summer to help air circulate. These tarps might heat a kennel during cold months, but they trap body heat and restrict airflow.

Next, consider where you install your kennel. You want to avoid sunny areas that can cause the kennel to become overheated. It’s best to look for shady spots.

Insulation

Insulation works in the winter and summer and can be used to line your kennel’s floors, walls, and ceiling. You can select aluminum foil bubble, foam board, or fiberglass insulation.

You should always install some type of solid surface, such as plywood, over the insulation. This prevents your dog from chewing and ingesting it, which can lead to a myriad of health issues and even death. When properly installed, insulation can add kennel climate control.

Ice

While ice water gives your dog a fun toy during the summer, you can also use frozen bottles of water to cool your dog’s kennel. Your dog can lay next to them, helping them cool off during hot summer days.

Additionally, you can always use a cooling pad or mat to help keep your dog comfortable.

Bedding

You may have used rugs, flannel sheets, towels, or other thick bedding during the cold months, or you may have used some type of shavings to line the floor of your dog’s kennel. Although these items can keep your pet warm in the fall and winter, they can also trap body heat during warmer seasons and should be removed in spring and summer.

Consider lightweight bedding such as breathable cotton sheets or other lightweight blankets. You can also look for pet beds with cooling gel inside them.

Fans and AC

There are small kennel fans you can install, providing you have access to electricity. If not, you can talk to an electrician about installing something to keep your pooch comfortable. There are even solar-powered fans you can look into.

Should you decide to install air conditioning, you may be worried about the cost. It’s a surprisingly affordable option to keep your pet cool. You can find portable floor AC units that keep small rooms cool that will work wonders. Although you may need an electrician and carpenter to install it, you’ll have a kennel that keeps your dog comfortable during those warm summer months.

Additionally, speak to your electrician about an exterior heater to keep your kennel climate controlled in the winter.

Climate Control for Outdoor Dog Kennels

There’s no shortage of ways to heat and cool outdoor dog kennels. You can try simple techniques such as an added layer of insulation and installing your kennel in a shady spot, or you can treat your dog to air conditioning and heating, ensuring their comfort and safety all year long.

Benchmark Kennels has a wide selection for you to choose from. Consider our eco-thermal plastic dog kennels. You can easily customize any of these items to meet the unique needs of your pet.

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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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