When you are first thinking about setting up a dog boarding kennel you will start by considering the size and construction materials that you would like the kennels to be made from. Once you have this clear in your mind you will be able to start looking at kennel accessories that can be bought to make your kennels a place of comfort and security that prospective customers would like their dogs to stay in.
The first, and most important, items that need to be bought are dog beds. These can be found in every shape, size and style and there is also a range of materials from which they can be made. Choose beds which can be easily washed as they will need cleaning before each new dog can use them. If you wish to appeal to customers who would like to leave their dogs with you in the winter months then you might consider investing in some heated pet beds.
The bowls that will be used for food and water need to be heavy duty to help prevent them from being knocked over or chewed to pieces. Buying a couple which are fitted to stands will make your dog kennel appeal to people with old, arthritic dogs who struggle to bend down to eat or drink.
Kennel covers are a cheap way to ensure that the runs can be shaded in very hot weather or protected from rain showers. They are simple to fit over the roof of the run and can be folded away and stored when they’re not required.
The final useful accessories for your establishment are a selection of dog toys. These should range from balls of all sizes to pieces of rope to pull on and tough chewy toys to be pulled around and help exercise the dogs’ mouths.