Design and Layout of Boarding Establishments Flashcards
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What should the design and layout of a boarding establishment prioritize?
Animal welfare
Hygiene
Efficiency
What are the key considerations when designing a kennel?
Spacious, well ventilated areas for each dog
Secure outdoor spaces
Heating and cooling systems
Easy-to-clean floors and proper waste disposal
Soundproofing to minimize stress
Separate spaces for food production, storage, and administration
What are the key considerations when designing a cattery?
Cats enjoy vertical spaces for climbing and resting
Reduced noise levels to prevent stress
Separate feeding and litter areas to maintain hygiene
Natural light and ventilation
Enclosed spaces for safe outdoor access
What are the four types of designs and layouts in boarding establishments?
Single barrack
Double barrack
Circular
Penthouse
What is a single barrack design?
Refers to a layout where individual enclosures are arranged in a straight row, typically with a corridor for access
What is the most common design?
Single barrack design
What is a single barrack design ideal for?
Facilities that need a structured, organised layout while maintaining high welfare standards
What are the advantages of a single barrack design?
Access to pens can be controlled individually
Easier to manage and navigate
What are the disadvantages of a single barrack design?
Airflow isn’t as effective
Harder to observe multiple animals at once
What is a double barrack design?
Features two rows of enclosures facing each other, often with a central corridor for easy access
What are the advantages of a double barrack design?
More animals can be housed in the same footprint
Better socialisation for the animals
Maximise space
Maintains accessibility
What are the disadvantages of a double barrack design?
Some animals will find the presence of other animals stressful
Higher noise levels
Close proximity increases disease transmission risk
What is a circular design?
An innovative layout where enclosures are arranged in a circular or radial pattern, often around a central hub
Less common than traditional linear or barrack layouts but can be highly effective in certain settings
What are the advantages of a circular design?
Easier and improved monitoring of animals
Better socialisation for animals
Smooth access to the enclosures, no long corridors
What are the disadvantages of a circular design?
May not maximise space
The size of the pens is limited
Larger facilities require multiple blocks with increase costs
What is a penthouse design?
Refers to an elevated or multi-level structure that provides animals with a comfortable, insulated sleeping area above ground level
Where is a penthouse design more commonly seen?
In catteries
Cats prefer elevated or multi-level structures
What are the advantages of a penthouse design?
Elevated sleeping area provides a cosy retreat for the animals
Raised compartments prevent direct contact with moisture and waste
Walls and barriers provide weather protection
Maximise available space
What are the disadvantages of a penthouse design?
Elderly or disabled animals find elevated platforms hard to access
Harder to clean and disinfect
Often require specialised materials and construction
Staff may find monitoring the animals harder
Poor airflow
What is the ideal material for constructing a boarding establishment?
Concrete
Why is concrete an ideal material for constructing a boarding establishment?
Cheap, durable and allows for easy cleaning
What is the material to avoid when constructing a boarding establishment?
Wood
Why should wood be avoided when constructing a boarding establishment?
Vulnerable to damage from scratches and bites from animals
Hard to clean and disinfect
Where should a boarding establishment be located?
Close to a built up area to but not extremely close
