With a quarter-inch drill bit, drill a hole four inches below the top of each dowel then use the sandpaper to smooth out the holes, as the drilling can make them a bit rough. This helps to soften it up and also ensures that it’s not wrinkly when you wrap it around the teepee. Get a canvas that measures at least 4’x7’. The painter’s canvas was durable enough to wrap around the base of the teepee, but you can also use an old bed sheet, a piece of fabric or a blanket. You will need longer dowels for a larger dog. If you are making a teepee for a small-to-medium size dog, like I did, buy 48” dowels. Note: The dowels, canvas and rope can all be picked up at a home improvement store. Anti-skid rubber protection pads (optional).Markers, construction paper, ribbons to decorate as desired.An electric drill (to drill holes through the dowels).A painter’s canvas (can also use a sheet or a piece of fabric).Pets like to have their own space to curl up and relax in throughout the day, and while your pup may have a cozy bed (or five), why not take things up a notch and give him a teepee to call his own? Here is an easy guide to making your own fabulous pet teepee.
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