dog kennels are used to keep your pet contained and safe there are many different kennel systems available for self installation that contain everything you need to make a secure environment for your dog make sure the kennel is sheltered from prevailing winds that it won't be in a place where massive amounts of snow will pile up in the winter and that there should be ample shade in the summer some kennels come with a rougher shade cloth already included which may be an option that you want to consider if you can't put the kennel near other shelter the kennel should be easy to clean and maintain avoid dirt floors and opt for gravel or even better concrete if you can to make washing and disinfecting the kennel a snap keep the kennel close enough to your living space to make it easy for you to access regularly you'll need to be able to let your dog out and of course feed and water them daily make sure that the access door is tall enough and wide enough for you to be able to get in and out of the kennel to perform your daily chores by locating the kennel so that is part of your regular routine that will encourage you to make sure to keep up on your responsibilities and that your dog will stay healthy and happy give it some thought and plan it out and make sure that your kennel Edition will serve you and your four-legged friend for years to come you