Gutinneen AIR12 Insulated Small Dog House
#3 in InsulatedFull review
A cheap, small lined house for a small dog or outdoor cats, with a long warranty. A heated version is sold too.
Amazon $87.99$87.99
The Gutinneen AIR12 Insulated Small Dog House is the better insulated dog house overall, rated 3.2 to 2.9. The Gutinneen AIR12 Insulated Small Dog House leads on warranty and value. The Deblue Insulated Plastic Dog House, Medium wins on features. The Gutinneen AIR12 Insulated Small Dog House costs $39.90 less ($87.99 vs $127.89).
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Deblue Insulated Plastic Dog House, Medium
#9 in InsulatedFull review
A small plastic house with a full liner, for a small dog or a stray. It is easy to clean.
Amazon $127.89$127.89
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Gutinneen AIR12 Insulated Small Dog House for warranty (10 years warranty vs no warranty) and value ($25.65 per sq ft ($87.99, 3.4 sq ft) vs $32.30 per sq ft ($127.89, 4 sq ft)).
- Choose the Deblue Insulated Plastic Dog House, Medium for features (raised floor, door flap, opening roof vs raised floor, opening roof).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every insulated insulated dog house; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Gutinneen AIR12 Insulated Small Dog House | Deblue Insulated Plastic Dog House, Medium |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Insulation 30% | 62 removable foam liner, walls, roof and floor, 0.8 in thick | 60 removable foam liner, walls, roof and floor |
| Heating 15% | 0 no heater included | 0 no heater included |
| Value 25% | 53 $25.65 per sq ft ($87.99, 3.4 sq ft) | 38 $32.30 per sq ft ($127.89, 4 sq ft) |
| Features 20% | 40 raised floor, opening roof | 60 raised floor, door flap, opening roof |
| Warranty 10% | 100 10 years warranty | 0 no warranty |
Specifications
| Gutinneen AIR12 Insulated Small Dog House | Deblue Insulated Plastic Dog House, Medium | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Exterior (L x W x H) | 23.6 x 20.9 x 18.3 in | 26.8 x 21.3 x 26.8 in |
| Footprint | 3.4 sq ft | 4 sq ft |
| Max dog weight (maker, not scored) | 25 lb | - |
| Insulation | ||
| Insulation | Foam liner | Foam liner |
| Insulation thickness | 0.8 in | - |
| Walls, roof and floor | Yes | Yes |
| Material | Wood | Plastic |
| Heating | ||
| Heater | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Raised floor | Yes | Yes |
| Door flap | No | Yes |
| Opening roof | Yes | Yes |
| Removable floor or drain | No | No |
| Metal chew guard | No | No |
| Vents | No | No |
| Porch | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 23 lb | - |
| Warranty | 10 years | None |