Okay, builders, think about this.....?

Question

I have a Boston Terrier. I am going to the mountains in a lob cabin with her. the people I will stay with do not want her in the house a whole bunch. So , they have a 50 ft. long 8 ft. wide deck. 38 ft is covered. I need to make a portable ( meaning it will fit in the back of a pick up truck laying down) pen that she can not jump out of . the deck is really,really high up, and the rails are far enough apart she could fall through. so, made out of maybe chicken wire and wood, or pvc pipe, i need a idea for a a small, like 4 ft long, 4ft wide, and 3.5 ft tall. thanks.....

Answer 1

With all due respect; I'll assume that most everywhere but here in FL; and perhaps Southern TX; IT'S Winter!

I think if I couldn't "board" the dog somewhere; and cared for the dog enough; I might decline the LOG cabin invite.

The easiest, fastest, best situation might just be to buy the largest collapsable metal kennel and take it. I've had them large enough to keep 100 pound dogs in with relative comfort.

I wish you well, but more I hope the dog is housed comfortably while you enjoy whatever this trip is about.

Steven Wolf

Answer 2

I have to agree with the first 2 answers. A Boston Terrier can not withstand extreme temperatures----leave her with a trusted friend or relative or put her in a kennel while you're gone. If the weather is mild, buy a crate. They are built specifically for dogs and are much safer than something you could build with chicken wire and wood.

Answer 3

Buy a childs collapsable play pen its cheaper and easier than building something and its completely portable, forever, in ANY vehicle. Use cardboard on the bottom and sides to protect the fabric if necessary. a piece of plywood will cover the top if the dog is a jumper

Answer 4

I would put her on a leash or rope and tie her out of harms way! Much easier than lugging a cage of some sort.

Answer 5

Buy a folding metal cage