15 DIY Dog Houses Your Furry Friends Will Love (Free Plans)

They say that a dog is a man’s best friend and that couldn’t be truer! Any dog owner knows how loyal, loving, naughty and warm their beloved furry friend is and they deserve no better home than these DIY dog houses.

They will never leave your side and can light the flames of joy in your heart the second you walk through the front door. I think of any pet as babies. I want to spoil them with cuddles, toys, and the best dog treats ever.

But, why stop there? Why not gift your loving best friend with an epic dog house he or she can call her own, especially if they’re outside during those cold days?

I’ve dug my paws around the internet and found a list of DIY dog houses your furry friends will love.

15 Free Plans For The Best DIY Dog Houses

1. DIY Strong Log Cabin

via diynetwork

One of my dreams is to own a log cabin close to a lake but I’m a couple of years (10 years or more) away from making that dream a reality for myself. But, why should I deprive my loyal friend of one? On the plus side, it also serves as an attractive feature for your home.

2. A-Frame Dog House

via instructables

Looking at DIY dog houses, like this A-frame, reminds me of what it would feel like to live in a cozy attic or tent. It’s like your pet gets to camp every day! I like that it will cost you less than $100 and is of a strong quality so you can expect it to last for many years.

3. Coffee Table Nap Room

via homestoriesatoz

If your furry little friend doesn’t like to leave your side and prefers to stay indoors, you can easily convert or create this dual-functioning coffee table that doubles as a dog house.

4. Epic Roof Top Dog House With Stair Case

Now, I’m honestly all about minimalistic living but this elaborately designed dog house with a staircase, slanted roof, and a full-on rooftop blows my mind.

I would make this in a heartbeat, even if it took days to complete.

Your furry buddy can bask in the sunlight on his rooftop during those warm spring days or cuddle up inside his kennel during cold rainy days.

5. Canine Tree House 

via diynetwork

Who said that treehouses are just for kids? This awesome tutorial makes use of a rising deck that leads to the treehouse which is both reinforced by the tree and a panel below making sure it doesn’t collapse regardless of bad weather conditions.

6. Dog House With Front Deck

via jenwoodhouse

This is my favorite dog house DIY on this entire list. it’s so well thought out, colorful, creative, and homely. You can tell it was made with lots of love and that’s truly what any and every dog deserves.

The structure and design are fairly simple but it’s the addition of the attached feeding bowls, toy storage unit, plants, color, and welcome mat that makes this dog house a home.

7. Open-Air Dog Shelter

via instructables

If what you want to create for your furry friend is a minimalistic, cost-effective, airy shelter that is neatly situated against a wall, this DIY is exactly what you’re looking for.

It’s not ideal for rainy weather conditions but there are solutions for that as well like installing a foldable wooden cover on the roof that you can open or close as needed.

8. Pallet Dog House Plan With Veranda 

via diycraftsy

Another elaborate, detailed, and gorgeous design is this pallet dog house. As you can tell, it’s designed with the intent of being eye-catching and functional.

The front porch is a nice touch and the rich varnished finish is definitely attractive.

9. Cute And Classic Dog House

via removeandreplace

For all you lovers of the good old classic dog house, this DIY is exactly what you’re looking for. In my opinion, sometimes the old school is the best. It may even be a cool school.

Okay, I’m not entirely sure what the hell that was but the point is, this classically styled dog house is worth making for your little guy or gal.

10. DIY Doggie Ranch

via sunset

If I had the opportunity to name my dog Chuck Norris, I absolutely would in a heartbeat. And what does Chuck Norris deserve? A badass ranch for him to lay around, kickass, and beat up bad guys.

This doggie ranch is big enough for two dogs and can blend perfectly into any porch.

11. Crooked Roof Cartoonish Dog House

via ana-white

For some reason, this dog house reminds me of something out of a cartoon (one of my all-time favorites is Courage the cowardly dog). I love the color combination and that adorable name tag/board attached to the entrance of the house.

12. Indoor Staircase Dog House

via reddit

I’m not sure about you but this reminds me of that time Harry Potter was living in his aunt’s and uncle’s staircase but I think this could be a lovely non-intrusive way to add a dog home inside your home.

13. Mobile Dog House

via instructables

Now, these diy dog houses remind me of living in a caravan. I actually like the idea of a mobile dog house because you never know when you might need to relocate or move it to a better spot depending on your needs.

14. Concrete Base Simplistic Dog House

via homemade-modern

For a more simplistic, long-lasting, and strong DIY dog house that is more than resistant to any weather patterns, a concrete base dog home is a perfect idea.

I would caution you to add extra support to the roofing to prevent any mishaps from occurring and causing any injury to your little furball.

15. DIY Contemporary Geometric Dog House

via adorable-home

Think about this for a second, if this geometrically shaped dog house has left you shocked and bewildered, imagine the effect it would have on your dog.

I mean, just look at the cute fella in this picture, he’s already so curious and enamored by it.