Kennel space

[tnob]

What are some different options for kennel flooring? I was thinking about using some gravel and wondered if anybody had any experience with gravel. Any first hand experience would be appreciated.

[PitBull_30]

I use stall mats. They are easy to clean, neat, and you can get them in tan so they don't heat up so much. Also you can order exactly what size you want and they are VERY tough. I haven't had any experience with gravel but I can't imagine that is very good. It'll be hard on the dog's feet and it'll probably be hard to clean.

[OhRex]

I saw this one guys' kennel and he had concrete on the bottom, with a little roof on the top. It looked really nice, but costly.

[shadyridgekennel]

we use pea stone . its ok but it gets draged around but the dogs chains . so about once a week i'll rake it back nice around there spots. i dont recomend stall mats!!! dogs can chew them and or get an obstruction from the chewed up pieces.

[PitBull_30]

i dont recomend stall mats!!! dogs can chew them and or get an obstruction from the chewed up pieces.
I forgot to mention only if you have a concrete floor. I layed mine over a thin layer of wet concrete to stick them to the floor. Dozer, a dog I had 12 years ago, used to be really bad about that but he couldn't chew them as long as he couldn't get to the edge. I think you mentioned before you planned on putting chains inside the kennel so that shouldn't be an issue.

[The Watcher]

tnob ur hard at work in BAMA HUH!?..... good work. nice to see determined young folks.

[jeeperino]

Gravel is NOT A GOOD IDEA. Plenty of reasons why.

A few options could be 1. Use cinder blocks any size and drop them in the ground or set them on a level surface. 2. Piece in pieces of sandstone to make as level of a surface as you can. 3. I have used pieces of broken concrete (flat on one side) and sink them in the ground and puzzle piece together.

Of course cement is the BEST option. Pour 2 in thick or so of a 4-5 bag mix. I understand this is $$$ so the other suggestions are cost saving. For a 11x11 slab look to use about 35 bags or so.


YIS

[tnob]

tnob ur hard at work in BAMA HUH!?..... good work. nice to see determined young folks.
Im just trying to work half as hard as these dogs work for me. I have some top notch working dogs, and want them to stay safe and healthy.

[tnob]

Gravel is NOT A GOOD IDEA. Plenty of reasons why.

A few options could be 1. Use cinder blocks any size and drop them in the ground or set them on a level surface. 2. Piece in pieces of sandstone to make as level of a surface as you can. 3. I have used pieces of broken concrete (flat on one side) and sink them in the ground and puzzle piece together.

Of course cement is the BEST option. Pour 2 in thick or so of a 4-5 bag mix. I understand this is $$$ so the other suggestions are cost saving. For a 11x11 slab look to use about 35 bags or so.


YIS
Ill prob end up using 12"x12" concrete squares. I want to be able to move them around rather than a slab.

[440rider]

I've seen some use fence wire (wire fencing) on the floor so the dog cant dig out..you can put pine mulch, sand, gravel etc.etc. over top if you feel the need. It's cheap and if you want to move the kennel... no concrete slab.

[Mouser]

I have used 8x16" concrete pavers, so I could move mine around later if wanted. It works good, but would recommend using a load of extra fine crushed gravel, I'm not sure what it is called, I'm guessing limestone fines. Pack that with a tamper to make a flat level base, because the pavers have a tendency to sink in soft spots. I would think if you could do the 2'x2' pavers it would be better. Best of luck, Mouser

[truegames]

I have a treated wood floor in one of my kennels and it's very easy to clean and dosen't cost to much.