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How to Build a Simple A-Frame Doghouse

Build a Simple A-Frame Doghouse

Give your dog a cozy space to take naps and escape the weather.

Doghouse How-To + Video

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Top 43 Doghouses Projects

  1. 1. Step 2: Lay Out the Pieces (01:00)

    Here's how to lay out the dimensions of the doghouse on a sheet of plywood.

  2. 2. Step 3: Cut Out the Pieces (03:09)

    Here's how to cut the pieces of the doghouse from the plywood.

  3. 3. Step 4: Build the Base (01:40)

    Here's how to build the base out of a green treated 2-by-4 and plywood.

  4. 4. Meet the Winners of the Best Doggone Doghouse Contest

    See the winners of DIY Network's The Best Doggone Doghouse in America contest.

  5. 5. How to Build a Doghouse

    Follow these steps to build a sturdy doghouse for your faithful friend.

    Time:
    Two Days
    Cost:
    $100 - $250
    Difficulty:
    Moderate
  6. 6. Step 5: Assemble Top Pieces (01:34)

    Assemble the front, back and side panels and attach them to the base.

  7. 7. Building a Green Doghouse (00:01:00)

    This doghouse is built on the same green principles as a human home.

  8. 8. Step 6: Attach the Roof Panels (01:07)

    Here's how to attach the plywood roof panels to the doghouse.

  9. 9. Step 7: Shingle the Roof (03:21)

    Here's how to add shingles to the roof of the doghouse.

  10. 10. German Chalet Doghouse (20:01)

    The team builds a large doghouse with German influence.

  11. 11. Doghouse Air-Conditioning (20:01)

    Kenny installs an air-conditioning unit inside Patches' doghouse.

  12. 12. How to Build a Simple A-Frame Doghouse

    Give your dog a cozy space to take naps and escape the weather.

    Time:
    Under Half Day
    Cost:
    $50 - $100
    Difficulty:
    Easy
  13. 13. Skateboard Doghouse (20:01)

    A skateboard-themed doghouse is created for Fiji.

  14. 14. Doghouse Log Cabin (08:07)

    Copper the golden retriever is getting his very own custom-built log cabin.

  15. 15. German Doggy Chalet (00:02:15)

    This German-inspired doghouse is a sturdy, quaint retreat for these pups.

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