Any interest in a custom dog house???

[MarcS]

This is just a complete out-of-the-blue thought..But i was just wondering if there would be any interest in custom dog houses. Thought it might be a good way to earn a little extra money for college.


I built one that looks like my parents house for my senior project in high school. The dog house is fully insulated,roofed, sided, trimmed, the whole nine yards. This things weighs a lot! I wish I had some pictures of us lifting it up with the crane and hauling it on the sled deck. (looking back I dont know it that was such a great idea on the old 3/4 ton) lol. Going back I would of put electrical in it for heat or what not. As soon as I get up to my parents house again I can get some current pictures, as now it is set with rock around it, and it looks alot better than it does on the dollies

Im purely just seeing if they're would be any interest..

I attached some pics, I'll post some more when I get up to my parents next...Let me know what you think

 

[mtn_extreme]

Have built many a childrens playhouses just like that. Sure the dog played in them too

 

[MarcS]

I felt like I was building a playhouse lol..its roughly 5'deep x 9'wide x 6' high

 

[framus]

Seems rather excessive for a dog but what the heck. I think the pet industry in the US is over $6 billion a year, you may get a few bites. Too bad the economy is down the crapper so bad.

 

[MPS]

I just have to commend you for trying to earn money for college....that is very admirable! Keep it up! You aren't one of the entitled ones that think their parents or government should pay for it. Cheers to MarcS!!!!

 

[MarcS]

I just have to commend you for trying to earn money for college....that is very admirable! Keep it up! You aren't one of the entitled ones that think their parents or government should pay for it. Cheers to MarcS!!!!

Thanks! My parents do help me quite a bit and I have some money saved up from fighting fire in the summer, but the bills add up and I dont really have enough for any side spending or putting more into the sled ..thats where extra money from stuff like this would definately be nice!!

 

[longhairfreak]

This is just a complete out-of-the-blue thought..But i was just wondering if there would be any interest in custom dog houses. Thought it might be a good way to earn a little extra money for college.


I built one that looks like my parents house for my senior project in high school. The dog house is fully insulated,roofed, sided, trimmed, the whole nine yards. This things weighs a lot! I wish I had some pictures of us lifting it up with the crane and hauling it on the sled deck. (looking back I dont know it that was such a great idea on the old 3/4 ton) lol. Going back I would of put electrical in it for heat or what not. As soon as I get up to my parents house again I can get some current pictures, as now it is set with rock around it, and it looks alot better than it does on the dollies

Im purely just seeing if they're would be any interest..

I attached some pics, I'll post some more when I get up to my parents next...Let me know what you think

Those things should be a hot item for all the people that are gonna be losing their houses.

 

[xrated]

I felt like I was building a playhouse lol..its roughly 5'deep x 9'wide x 6' high

that's a damn ice shanty not a doghouse....just add some trap doors to get to the ice!!!

 

[Scott]

And as soon as the dog gets in there all that nice new sheet rock and insulation will be strung out in the yard and it will be stripped down to the studs. LOL

 

[EricW]

Hey Marc:

I think its a great idea. You should get a small collection of photos together and show them around high end developments near you like the one above the Wandermere Golf Course. I would think that a custom dog house would be a great finish to those classy looking places. Anything to one up the Jonses' should be in demand.

On another angle, the guy that does hand pinstriping on my stuff had a dog house that was a miniature of his '40 Ford. It was cool. Maybe even an open dog bed for the porch with a NASCAR look? Kinda like the car beds you see for kids only smaller. I would do one that looked like a boat down here at the river.

As mentioned above, good on ya for creativity and motivation to improve yourself without Government Stimulus. Don't forget to pay your taxes on all sales for the other guy who is still sitting behind his Nintendo waiting for subsistance. LOL.

Sounds like Salmo or Slocan for Saturday with Mark M, let me know. EW

 

[opus]

I just have to commend you for trying to earn money for college....that is very admirable! Keep it up! You aren't one of the entitled ones that think their parents or government should pay for it. Cheers to MarcS!!!!

I agree!! Try Craigslist??

 

[POLZIN]

I might buy one for my Ex-wife

 

[zach477]

I agree!! Try Craigslist??

I second that! I built a house for my dog last year and had a number of my neighbors come over and ask where I bought it. After they found out I built it request for me to build them one started to come in.....just buy word of mouth I built 4 in about 2 months, was making between $600-$700 each. I have moved since but once I get settled into my new house I'm gonna need something to keep me busy! Get some pics and info out, you might be surprised!

 

[summitone]

And as soon as the dog gets in there all that nice new sheet rock and insulation will be strung out in the yard and it will be stripped down to the studs. LOL

Exactly. I have a Beaver...er...I mean...LAB!!!!!!!

 

[Gimpster]

For those us us who regularly visit the dog house, they should be available with satalite dish, jacuzzi and big screen tv !!

----- Gimpster -----

 

[MarcS]

Hey Marc:

I think its a great idea. You should get a small collection of photos together and show them around high end developments near you like the one above the Wandermere Golf Course. I would think that a custom dog house would be a great finish to those classy looking places. Anything to one up the Jonses' should be in demand.

On another angle, the guy that does hand pinstriping on my stuff had a dog house that was a miniature of his '40 Ford. It was cool. Maybe even an open dog bed for the porch with a NASCAR look? Kinda like the car beds you see for kids only smaller. I would do one that looked like a boat down here at the river.

As mentioned above, good on ya for creativity and motivation to improve yourself without Government Stimulus. Don't forget to pay your taxes on all sales for the other guy who is still sitting behind his Nintendo waiting for subsistance. LOL.

Sounds like Salmo or Slocan for Saturday with Mark M, let me know. EW

Thanks for the good ideas Eric! I think getting some pictures out to some developments would be very effective.

I havent worked for almost 2 months now, I cant beleive I havent recieved any checks yet! Somebody should be giving me money for not working right? haha

I would definitaley be in for saturday, but me and my dad are leaving for arizona on friday. I'm in for the next weekend though. Hope the shoulder is feeling better!

 

[MarcS]

I second that! I built a house for my dog last year and had a number of my neighbors come over and ask where I bought it. After they found out I built it request for me to build them one started to come in.....just buy word of mouth I built 4 in about 2 months, was making between $600-$700 each. I have moved since but once I get settled into my new house I'm gonna need something to keep me busy! Get some pics and info out, you might be surprised!

Sounds like there could be some promise in it..Thanks for sharing that!

 

[MarcS]

And as soon as the dog gets in there all that nice new sheet rock and insulation will be strung out in the yard and it will be stripped down to the studs. LOL

Lol i thought of that. Its all plywood sheeting inside
Still, i'm surprised he hasnt tore into the wood. He must get enough wood in his diet from eating sticks lol

 

[MarcS]

For those us us who regularly visit the dog house, they should be available with satalite dish, jacuzzi and big screen tv !!

----- Gimpster -----

Anything can be done for a price

 

[seanc]

i am over in seattle if i sent you a profile of my house could you send me a quote?