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Brian and Donna Mibus came up with a creative solution for space under the bed in their RV. After they upgraded to a larger trailer and no longer needed storage, they turned the space into a cozy little sleeping area for their dogs. Donna shares the following photos and tips on the process and materials she used.
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How to Build a DIY Dog House After my husband retired in 2014, we bought a travel trailer. At that time we only had one dog. At night, he sleeps peacefully in the bed between us. Two years ago we were able to rescue two more dogs. We bought a large trailer, but after a year and a half, we realized the trailer wasn’t big enough for the five of us. Plus, we’re tired of getting a big metal kennel to house two new dogs. They breed best at night. It is next to the bed against the wall because there is no place to store it during the day. We were using all the storage space in the bed for other things at the time. They don’t want to do it themselves Sign up for the newsletter today! Please enter a valid email address. An error occurred. Please try again later. × Thanks for subscribing to the RV Do It Yourself Newsletter, keep an eye on your inbox for updates.
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Earlier this month (May) we purchased a large trailer. There is plenty of room. In fact, we found that we no longer needed to store things in under bed storage. That’s when I got the idea to put our two new dogs to sleep there. We were hoping to be able to keep the cabin and remove the front panel of the storage area, but it was too tall for the space. This is what Plan B is all about. My husband used a pair of pliers and a screwdriver to open the brackets that hold the 6 panels together. We ended up using only 3 panels with the door and two side panels.
I really wanted the storage front to look good, so instead of removing the entire front panel, we decided to cut the openings using the frame as our guide. To cut the three openings, my husband sat inside and drilled holes in each corner of each opening (see picture).
Then he took the jigsaw and cut the beginning of the rectangle, cutting from hole to hole. As the panels are thin and not attached to the frame (at least not ours) this should be approached with caution. Next, with 3 openings cut, I used small nails to attach the rest of the front panel to the frame pieces.
We used fasteners we already had in the garage to attach the shingle panels to the wood frame. They are a type of fasteners that hold a wire or cable to a wall.
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First he attached the panel to the door, then overlapped the second panel slightly and used fasteners to secure them to the frame. The third panel is installed in the same way.
We used straight 2 inch long metal brackets at both ends. The door and the second panel were fine, but the third panel we had to cut using a reciprocating saw. My husband used a metal plate on the cuts to smooth them out.
I painted the frame material close to the front block to match the breeding. I used exterior corner trim I got at Home Depot to cover all the exposed edges.
I painted them dark brown and glued them in place. I could have used small trim nails instead of glue, but they were such small pieces that I didn’t think they were necessary. Plus, by sticking I don’t have holes for putty.
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This is the initial view when construction is complete. All he needs are some dog beds.
Donna says it’s an easy project if you already have the tools. Here are all the items used.
Special thanks again to Donna and Brian Mibus for sharing the photos and story of their under-the-bed project. For more tips on traveling with pets, check out this RV Life article.
Share to X (Twitter) Share to Facebook Share to Pinterest Share to Email Share to LinkedIn Share to Reddit via Email What if traveling with your furry friend was easier because your RV was designed to meet your pet’s needs? When you take home a Keystone Outback travel trailer from Hitch RV, that’s exactly what you get. These travel trailers are built with pet-friendly features and amenities the whole family will love. Learn more in this review of the Keystone Outback travel trailer.
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Whether you plan to cook for two or a whole group, this kitchen offers everything you need. A deep, single sink has a pull-out sprayer and a long faucet with a 3-inch drain. You can bake a delicious meal or bake cookies in the oven with three ovens. The microwave is great for leftovers or a quick meal. Between camping trips and you can store your leftovers in an 8-foot cooler.
Traveling with your furry friends has never been easier. Enjoy built-in cabin storage under the queen bed in the private master bedroom. Your four-legged friend will love having their own space, and you’ll have a safe place to keep them if you’re away from camp for the day.
This travel trailer is built for large parties of campers and sleeps up to nine. This building can easily accommodate multi-family vacations. Three slides open up your living space to give you extra space. Large panoramic windows allow natural light to make it feel more spacious. You can enjoy a quiet night in front of the 48-inch fireplace or watch the big game on the 50-inch HDTV (available on most Outback models).
The Keystone Outback travel trailer continues its list of amazing outdoor features. Step outside and discover the outdoor kitchen to prepare meals without missing a minute. You can also connect to external speakers and enjoy your favorite tunes.
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Now you can easily enjoy holidays with the whole family, including fur babies. Contact us today for more information on the options and features of the Keystone Outback travel trailers for sale at Hitch RV. When moving, dog passengers are safe in crates with a bed. (Photo by J. Breinholt)
Jessica Breinholt admits that the dog show world is an interesting subculture in itself, filled with characters and situations that require a wry sense of humor to fully understand.
He should know. Jessica has been showing her Siberian Husky for over 30 years since she was a child. She now shares her life with a delightful litter of working Siberian Huskies, with whom she enjoys hiking trails in the winter and attending dog shows in the snow-free months.
Because she often travels around the country to different dog shows, Jessica modified her 2003 Sunseeker Forest RV to take several dogs to different shows. He calls his rig the Showbeast.
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A true showbeast is all about dog comfort. Jessica did a lot of research to find clothing that had the best features for traveling with dogs; A slide to add space, a functional floor plan, a good air conditioning system, minimal carpets and a large bathroom prep – show.
The RV was later modified for its function as a dog show rig. The bed can be removed to make room for dog crates, which are secured with cargo straps for travel. Eventually, Jessica wants to install a built-in kennel. When parked, portable pens allow dogs to be kept safe and secure when they are outside for some time.
When it all comes together. Jessica and Shazam (GCh. Keilenberg’s Bring on the Night) at Rocky Mountain Siberian Husky Club’s Best of Veterans. (Photo by J. Breinholt)
Jessica says that traveling in an RV allows her dogs to travel more comfortably camper-style and not be confined to crates in a hotel room. You don’t have to worry as much about meals (you can cook right there in your RV), you can usually be at the show (avoiding traffic and parking issues), and the whole event is more dog-friendly.
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Jessica estimates that 30-50% RV attend the show, so the evenings have a friendly social atmosphere with people hanging out, walking their dogs, and enjoying themselves at the event.
During the contingency
