As the temperatures rise, ensuring your animals have a safe, comfortable place to escape the heat becomes more important than ever. The right housing not only provides shelter from the summer sun but also helps prevent heat-related illnesses and supports your animals’ overall health and wellbeing.

Are Your Animals at Risk During Hot Weather?

Many animals are vulnerable to heat stress, particularly during prolonged periods of warm weather. Dogs, rabbits, and birds can all struggle to regulate their body temperature, making access to shade, ventilation, fresh water, and suitable housing essential.

At Garden and Animal Structures, we design and manufacture high-quality animal housing solutions that help keep your pets safe, comfortable, and happy throughout the summer months.

🐶 Give Your Dogs a Cool Retreat This Summer

Our handcrafted dog kennels and runs are designed to provide a secure and comfortable environment, helping your dogs stay protected during hot weather.

Benefits of Our Dog Kennels & Runs

• Excellent ventilation to help reduce the risk of overheating and heatstroke.
• Protection from direct sunlight, rain, and wind.
• Encourages socialisation and structured activity.
• Ideal for breeders and multi-dog households.
• Easy to clean and maintain.
• Provides a safe, comfortable space for dogs to rest after exercise.

Summer Kennel Tips

💧 Keep multiple water stations available and refresh water regularly.

🛏️ Use raised dog beds to improve airflow underneath and keep dogs off hot surfaces.

🌳 Position kennels in naturally shaded areas whenever possible.

🧊 Introduce cooling mats, paddling pools, or frozen treats to help regulate body temperature.

🌬️ Install fans in enclosed kennel areas to improve airflow on particularly warm days.

Did You Know?

Dogs can only cool themselves through panting and limited sweating through their paw pads. That’s why shade, ventilation, and access to fresh water are so important during hot weather.

Built to Last

Our kennels are manufactured using:

• High-quality tanalised tongue-and-groove timber cladding and framing.
• Strong galvanised bar panels with a 5cm gap for excellent airflow.
• Durable, weather-resistant materials designed for year-round use.

A quality kennel isn’t just a shelter—it’s an essential part of your dog’s summer care.

🐦 Give Your Birds the Space to Thrive

Our handcrafted aviaries and premium bird housing provide a secure, enriching environment where birds can enjoy greater freedom while remaining protected.

Why Choose an Aviary?

• Creates a more natural living environment.
• Encourages social interaction and mental stimulation.
• Supports natural feeding and foraging behaviours.
• Promotes healthy exercise and physical development.
• Provides protection from predators and the elements.

Keeping Birds Comfortable in Summer

☀️ Ensure shaded areas are available throughout the day.

💧 Provide shallow bathing dishes or misting opportunities to help birds cool down naturally.

🌿 Add bird-safe plants and foliage to create cooler resting areas.

🍎 Offer fresh fruits and vegetables with high water content to support hydration.

Did You Know?

Unlike humans, birds cannot sweat. They rely on shade, fresh water, airflow, bathing, and panting behaviours to regulate their body temperature during warm weather.

Give your feathered companions the space, freedom, and comfort they deserve this summer.

🐰 Keeping Rabbits Safe During Hot Weather

Rabbits are particularly sensitive to heat and can quickly become uncomfortable when temperatures rise. Quality housing plays a vital role in keeping them cool and protected.

Benefits of Quality Rabbit Housing

• Protection from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
• Cool, shaded areas for resting and relaxation.
• Excellent airflow and ventilation.
• Encourages natural behaviours and exploration.
• Easy to clean and maintain.

Summer Rabbit Care Tips

☀️ Position hutches and runs away from direct midday sunlight.

🧊 Place frozen water bottles wrapped in towels inside housing areas for rabbits to rest beside.

🌬️ Keep ventilation points clear and unobstructed to maximise airflow.

🌿 Add tunnels, hideaways, and shaded shelters to provide cooler retreat areas.

💧 Supply fresh water regularly and consider offering multiple water sources.

🍃 Place ceramic tiles in shaded areas, as many rabbits enjoy lying on cool surfaces during hot weather.

Did You Know?

Rabbits can begin to struggle when temperatures exceed 25°C and are especially vulnerable during heatwaves.

With the right housing and a few simple adjustments, rabbits can safely enjoy the outdoors throughout the summer.

🌞 Ready for Summer?

Whether you’re looking for dog kennels, dog runs, aviaries, bird housing, rabbit hutches, or bespoke animal accommodation, our handcrafted structures are designed with your animals’ comfort, safety, and wellbeing at heart.

Our experienced team is here to help you find the perfect solution for your animals and outdoor space.