Important Considerations
A few key and important factors to consider when planning your easy-to-maintain, easy-to-clean kennel/shelter are:  (1) use only materials that can withstand the abuse of animals and liquids (chemicals, water, urine, etc); (2) make sure the concrete slab is designed with proper drainage and (3) adequately supply of an appropriate mix of ventilation and air exchange in the kennel section, separate from the commercial section.

1. Houndquarter’s uses a hot dipped galvanized steel infrastructure and anodized aluminum.  We do not use any wood (which could rot or decay) or any concrete block (which holds moisture and odor, and often appears dark and dingy).
2. During the structural engineering phase, the concrete slab is designed and engineered to include the trench drain system with the appropriate slopes. We also insist on using a dense concrete (3,000 to 4,500 psi) to increase durability and reduce absorbtion of moisture and orders.
3. During the HVAC engineering phase, the ventilation and air exchange is calculated to provide a healthy mixture of circulation based on the size and specific requirements of the kennel and the commercial section.