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16 Fun & Functional Doghouses

See how far some will go to make life cozy for their dogs

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Creative doghouse designs

As if our canine pets weren’t spoiled enough―all they have to do is wag a tail and they get fed and housed for free―some of them have digs to bark about as well.

PIctured: Wild West town doghouse from Brian and Debrah Nelson, Corona, CA.

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Creative doghouse designs

Buddy, a German shepherd mix from Bothell, WA, has a home that includes two glass windows, two insulated rooms outdoor lighting, and a partially covered deck made of split bamboo. Photo from Frank Chang.

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Creative doghouse designs

A Southwest adobe doghouse from Carol Davison of Temecula, CA.

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Creative doghouse designs

Lighthouse doghouse from Hap and Barbara Arnold of Gig Harbor, WA.

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Creative doghouse designs

Log cabin doghouse from Kate Wood of Fairbanks, AK.

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Creative doghouse designs

Converted wine barrel doghouse from Carol Beil, Phoenix, AZ.

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Franny and Zoey's patio home. Photo from Sharon Fisher of Newport Coast, CA.

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A Tibetan temple-style doghouse for a Lhasa apso from Janet Keene of Carmel, CA.

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Millie Jensen of Gig Harbor, WA, sent in this an architectural doghouse designed by Stephen Bobbitt of Seattle.

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Creative doghouse designs

The roof pops off of this Weimaraner's house for easy cleaning (see next page). Photo by Eric Peterson of Long Beach, CA.

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Creative doghouse designs

The view's even better now. Eric Peterson shows how easy it is to clean his Weimaraner's pop-top doghouse.

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Creative doghouse designs

Belle's tower, sent in by Suzanne Chillcott of San Diego, CA.

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13 of 17 Peter O. Whiteley

Free plans: Build a stylish dog house

This stylish ranch-style dog house is made from three sheets of plywood and is big enough for a large dog. Redwood lattice battens and a shed roof create the rustic ranch-house look.

A little arbor of 2-by-2s above the door adds interest and provides shade, and a removable asphalt-shingle roof makes cleaning inside easy.

Free dog house plans and instructions

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Lightning rod

These pet trailers are fully customizable, from wall colors, and flooring, and even a personalized license plate. Seen here—RUFF N IT, inspired by the 1950’s Shasta profile. You can even add interior lighting and wireless speakers. Pet trailer by Judson Beaumont and Straight Line Designs.

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Nap time

Designer Judson Beaumont calls this one CAT NAP, and it was inspired by the shape of shape of Mickey's trailer in the 1938 short film Mickey's Trailer. Pet trailer by Judson Beaumont and Straight Line Designs.

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Red, white, and blue

This model of 2 CUTE in patriotic colors was inspired by the boxy permanent trailers in trailer parks. Trailers are made out of recyclable aluminum, plywood, and plastic. Pet trailer by Judson Beaumont and Straight Line Designs.

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Pooch on the move

2 CUTE in dark gray and pink takes us back a few decades, combining modern design, functionality, and a hefty dose of nostalgia. Pet trailer by Judson Beaumont and Straight Line Designs.

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