CHAPTER XT 



PORTABLE HOUND KENNELS 



The introduction of portable kennels for the housing 

 of hounds, either individually or in packs, constitutes 

 a comparatively recent innovation, nevertheless one 

 that will be found very satisfactory to many hound 

 masters. As these structures are tenants' fixtures 

 the advisability of erecting such sometimes becomes 

 as convenient as they are economical. There are 

 many manufacturers of hound kennels, and the selec- 

 tion must be left to those contemplating purchasing 

 such, but the author has found that the kennels made 

 by Messrs Boulton & Paul of Norwich are superior 

 to any with which he is acquainted. 



Most of the buildings sent out by this firm are as 

 ornamental as they are useful, and the prices reason- 

 able, consistent with good workmanship. 



Before erecting any of these portable kennels it 

 is necessary to have the foundation laid, the best 

 material for this purpose being concrete with a 

 sound bottom. The drainage must also be provided 

 for. If it can be so arranged, have the doors and 

 runs facing the south or south-west, and place the 

 kennel well away from trees, etc., as the presence of 



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