Make dog stuff or build dog stuff at home!
We are sad to announce that after a six-month challenge with his health, Comet passed away peacefully at home during the night of August 21-22. Coincidentally, we also acquired another doggie needing a home, named Pebble (she started as Pebbles but there's just not enough of her). We think Comet felt that we would be taken care of and that he could let go. We're thankful he did not suffer long...
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Besides wanting to show off pictures of Comet, we built this website with lots of FREE step-by-step instructions because we:
- Want to pass along the enjoyment we've found in being resourceful - learning to make do
with what you have.
- Want to teach you how satisfying it is to create something, especially out of recycled
or scrounged materials (i.e., work towards creating a greener planet).
- Show you how you can kill two birds with one stone - save money and learn new skills.
- Help you take a break from the cyberworld to get in touch with something real.
- Give you a chance to share what you've made (scroll to "SPECIAL" below Monthly Dog Show).
Now a quick pause for our*** MONTHLY DOG SHOW *** SEPTEMBER 2010 ***
 
Tia Tasha and Tia |
Tasha
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Our new little dog, Pebble | 
Comet cooling off on his last hike. |
If you want your dog's photos to be in next month's lineup, go to Share Your Dog Story or else contribute an idea with up to four photos of your dog(s) or project (see Special below).
*** SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2010 SPECIAL! ***
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WANTED - YOUR QUESTIONS:
Ask Us A Question. If we share your query and the answer with our website visitors, you'll be eligible for the Special! (You'll get a private answer if requested).
WANTED - IDEAS OR INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE DOG STUFF:
Dog Accessories
Homemade Dog Clothes
Homemade Dog Costumes
Homemade Dog Remedies
SHARE YOUR DOG STORY AND PHOTO:
Share Your Dog Story
Receive our FREE Mystery E-prize #12 for any unique entry (not already on our site) that you add between September 1 and October 31, 2010! Prizes to be emailed by November 15, 2010.
To add your contribution, go to any of the above links and follow the directions in the box.
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MAKE DOG STUFF OVERVIEW
Below is a summary of how to make dog stuff or build it using our detailed instructions. Either click on the links shown, or on the buttons at upper left.
DOG ACCESSORIES
Dog Accessories
Includes instructions for making fur accessories (see "Bows, Ribbon" below), a bandana, dog tags, portable and no-skid dog bowls, and sunglasses.
DOG BEDS
Dog Beds
Make a dog bed out of foam with a sewn cover. Turn a couple of old couch cushions into a dog bed or a dog bed with pockets. Or make a portable dog bed pad that can be used wherever you go.
DOG BOXES AND CRATES
Dog Boxes, Dog Crates
Tips for making your own dog truck boxes and crates, as well as a crate cover.
DOG BOWS, RIBBON
Bows, Ribbon
Learn how to make different kinds of dog bows, either on a barrette or freestanding. Make your own ribbon to match clothes you've made for your doggie.
DOG CARTS
Dog Carting
Using dogs to pull carts is a centuries old practice. Learn how to build modern day versions and how to train your dog to pull them.
DOG CLOTHES
Clothes
Instructions and ideas for making dog coats, sweaters and socks.
DOG COLLARS
Collars
Plenty of ideas to create collars out nylon and other materials.
DOG COSTUMES
Dog Costumes
Get ideas and patterns for dog costumes, including simple capes, hats and more.
EXERCISE EQUIPMENT
Dog Exercise Equipment
An overview of what you can construct for dog exercise such as agility, joring, and bicycle equipment, as well as unique homemade exercise toys.
DOG FOOD
Making Your Own Dog Food
A guide to making homemade dog food, whether it's raw or cooked.
DOG GIFTS & PARTY
Dog Party
Some ideas to get you started to make dog stuff from scratch for that next dog birthday party or those holiday gifts.
DOG HARNESSES
Harnesses
A custom short pulling harness and links to another site offering instructions to make other kinds of harnesses.
DOG HOUSES
Dog Houses
Build a dog house out of plywood or a practice one out of cardboard. Ideas for adding insulation, a porch or a ramp. See our comparison charts on doghouse plans.
DOG LEASHES
Leashes
Make a variety of leashes so you can have one for every occasion.
DOG PARTY
Dog Party
Some ideas to get you started to make dog stuff from scratch for that next dog birthday party.
DOG RAMPS
Custom Built Dog Ramps
Build dog ramps for indoors or out so your dog can get up on a bed or sofa or in and out of a car, house, pool or boat.
DOG REMEDIES
Homemade Dog Remedies
Remedies pertaining to dog dental care and insurance as well as dog exercise, nutrition, weight, cleanliness and odors.
DOG STAIRS
Doggie Stairs
Doggie steps can help dogs with places too high too reach.
DOG TOYS
Homemade Toys
Make dog stuff such as cheap, homemade dog toys.
DOG TREATS
Homemade Dog Treats
Recipes for healthy dog treats. Some require baking, others don't.
DOG WHEELCHAIRS
Dog Wheelchairs
Information about dog wheelchairs and links to some homemade dog wheel chair designs.
DOG STUFF TO BUY
The Dogge Shop
Quality products from companies we trust.
DoggePlans™
Our proprietary line of plans. Without this design secret it's difficult to make a wooden folding dog ramp that works.
ABOUT / GENERAL INFO
About Us and Our Dogs
About Us
How this website came to be.
Ask A Question
Do you have a question for us about something you're making or planning to make? Just fill out this form and submit.
Contact Us
Contact information for the folks at Make and Build Dog Stuff.
Comet's Blog
All about the adventures of Comet, the German Shepherd mix featured on this site.
Your Dog Story
Create your very own page on our website! Share information about your dog(s) or dog stuff you've made. Or add comments to someone else's contribution...
General Guidelines
Important suggestions for the most effective ways to approach a project.
Materials, Tools
Information and suppliers of materials and tools you may need for projects.
What's New? at Make Dog Stuff Build Dog Stuff
Information on our latest projects and updated pages.
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