Dog parents typically know what they get themselves into when choosing their pooch. Perhaps you have a favourite breed, or you have fostered a breed that is highly energetic. Either way, dogs need space to roam, but not every dog owner has the time to take their pets to the dog park or exercise them regularly. This is where dog owners opt for a residential outdoor dog kennel.
Whether it’s a border collie, an Aussie shepherd, or a German shepherd, these breeds are workaholics and accept no boredom. They are essentially work dogs, requiring social interaction and mental stimulation. It’s important for owners to help these breeds find a healthy way to channel the excess energy.
FenceLine Rentals Ltd. offers temporary fencing ideal for creating outdoor kennels or dog runs. Here are our high-quality dog run design options.
Benefits of Designing a Dog Run for Your High-Energy Breed
Without plenty of physical activity and mental stimulation, your high-energy breed could develop destructive behaviours, whether it’s chewing your couch or baseboard moulding. Of course, they can’t help it because they were historically bred that way to herd or hunt.
For example, as a border collie owner, you take the responsibility to exercise and socialize your dog in the off-leash area. However, you can’t do this for hours on end, even though your dog probably could. That’s when an outdoor dog kennel or dog run with obstacle courses can be a game changer.
The benefits of designing a dog run for your pet include:
- Increased safety: A fully fenced area prevents your dog from escaping. They have the freedom to exercise with minimal supervision.
- Improved health: Plenty of physical and mental stimulation promotes health and minimizes the risk of your dog developing any destructive behaviours.
- Enhanced socialization: Dogs are social animals. Whether you have two or more dogs or they have playmates, a dog kennel provides the perfect space for playtime.
- Less stress for you! You may not always have the time to exercise and socialize your high-energy pooch, so why not arrange a playdate in their fully secure dog kennel where you know they’re safe?
Challenges for Designing a Dog Run for High-Energy Breeds
Before designing your perfect outdoor kennel, it’s important to have the answers to these questions:
Do You Have the Space & the Right Location for a Dog Pen Outside?
You don’t need a huge property to install a dog pen unless the idea is to build a big outdoor dog kennel, because your pet needs the space. However, the major challenge is the location of the pen. Keep in mind that if your home faces north, the backyard receives abundant sunlight. This means you need to factor in shelter, such as building a playpen cover.
What Does Your Dog Like?
While certain breeds like to roam in a vast space, others enjoy obstacle courses that include inclined ramps, raised platforms, or tunnels. Knowing what your dog enjoys will give you an idea of some creative add-ons.
Which Materials Should You Choose?
The main goal of designing an outdoor dog kennel for your high-energy breed is to choose durable, robust materials to withstand vigorous play. Perhaps your pet has a habit of digging, chewing, or jumping over low fences. In this case, you can consider adding a digging prevention system, which consists of bars that surround the interior bar of the outdoor dog kennel.
Our Top Dog Run Solutions for Your High-Energy Breed
Not all builds are created equally, which means that you have many options for customization.
High-Quality, Robust Materials
At FenceLine Rentals Ltd., we provide our customers with only the highest quality materials. Our fence panels are durable, weather-resistant, and easy to configure and install.
Ensure Safety Features to Prevent Escapes & Injuries
The available fence heights are 4’, 6’, and 8’. So in case you have a highly active whippet that loves to jump, we recommend the taller options.
We value safety features for outside dog cages and offer heavy-duty bases, security clamps, and couplers to ensure the fence is secure and stable. A roofed dog run will protect your dog from the afternoon sun and provide them with a cool-down area.
Also, consider choosing the right surface material for your pooch, whether it’s gravel, mulch, or wood chips. We also advise that you install a digging prevention system and a proper drainage system.
Incorporate Agility Equipment to Keep Dogs Mentally & Physically Engaged
High-energy breeds need to stay busy in an outdoor dog kennel. Consider setting up agility equipment, such as an A-frame ramp, a see-saw, weave poles, tire jumps, bar jumps, and open tunnels. As long as there is a variety of exercises, they should always find something to do.
However, dogs can get bored, so we suggest that you build these obstacle courses slowly by gradually increasing the difficulty level. Keep it different and fun, so they’ll always have a new challenge to look forward to. Remember that you are in charge of motivating your pooch; it’s you they want to impress!
Why Choose FenceLine for Your Dog Run Rental?
FenceLine Rentals Ltd. has been serving Edmonton and Calgary for 20 years, delivering exceptional services to residential and commercial property owners. As a locally owned and operated business, our goal is to give back to the community by building strong relationships.
What makes us stand out is our commitment to quality materials, workmanship, and customer service at every job we take on. Aside from professional fencing services, we also offer waste management and portable toilet rentals for outdoor events and more.
We care about creating a safe environment for people and animals, offering permanent fencing and fence rental services to help meet your needs.
Design Your Outdoor Dog Kennel Today!
Are you a residential or commercial property owner who needs a custom fence service? Then, check out our fence sales or reach out to learn more. For any desired dog kennel size and design, we offer the best value to dog owners with high-energy breeds.