I want a solar heated dog house. He is a inside/outside god. I have read pages saying I need to also insulate, is this necessary? I was going to go with the insulation for extra protection. Well the fluff not insulation because it is bad for animals(and probably us). I wanted a hinged roof so I can clean his house well. How do I do a hinged roof and it not leak water or air? Any suggestions on what type of solar heater I should make and why. I have read about the window facing the south, but our south is not a open spot in our yard. It faces a line of trees and neighbors house. I thought maybe a roof heater of some sort would be good.So I need some good suggestions and websites or directions please. Something that I can make with salvaged items is a plus for me.So please offer some advice if you can.
Your dog does not need a solar heated house. His coat will provide all the insulation he needs to keep warm. The doghouse only needs to keep him dry and out of the wind. A good diet with quality food and fresh water provides the calories he needs to make body heat. Don’t make the house too air tight. It needs air circulation to keep it dry. Otherwise the moisture from his breath will condense and the house will be wet and cold. Make the house with a flat roof. The dog will enjoy hanging out there to get off the ground and still be able to see what is going on around him.
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February 8th, 2010 at 11:42 am
Your dog does not need a solar heated house. His coat will provide all the insulation he needs to keep warm. The doghouse only needs to keep him dry and out of the wind. A good diet with quality food and fresh water provides the calories he needs to make body heat. Don’t make the house too air tight. It needs air circulation to keep it dry. Otherwise the moisture from his breath will condense and the house will be wet and cold. Make the house with a flat roof. The dog will enjoy hanging out there to get off the ground and still be able to see what is going on around him.
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16 years living with sled dogs.
February 8th, 2010 at 11:52 am
there are electrical heater mats made specifically for pets that stay outside. a solar heating system is just too complicated for a dog house, especially as there may be too little sun on winter days and none at night. i made an insulated ‘cat house’ for feral cats in my neighbourhood.
if you do use a heater mat, follow it’s instructions carefully. leave unheated floor space is case your pooch is too warm.
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February 8th, 2010 at 12:28 pm
Paint it black for the cooler months
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February 8th, 2010 at 1:04 pm
You can look for build it yourself solar air heating ideas at http://www.builditsolar.com/Projects/SpaceHeating/Space_Heating.htm.
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