Benchmark Kennels

Benchmark Kennels: outdoor dog kennels made in Yorkshire

Benchmark Kennels is a family-run business based in Wombwell, South Yorkshire, that manufactures outdoor dog kennels, runs, cages and related animal housing. The company states that its products are hand-crafted in the UK and that it has more than ten years of experience in the sector. Its catalogue is aimed at domestic owners as well as businesses and professional facilities, and it covers breeds from Chihuahuas to Great Danes.

The firm presents itself as a Yorkshire-based operation with a show site in the county where its range of kennels can be viewed. It reports having sold over 7,000 kennels and offers free installation on most products.

Wooden kennels, runs and multi-bay configurations

The largest part of the range is the outdoor wooden dog kennels and runs line, which the site lists with 175 products. Within it, buyers can choose between single kennels, double kennels and runs, pent duo kennels, and larger multi-bay structures of four, five and six bays. A separate shelters category completes this wooden family.

Wooden units are built from pressure-treated timber and fitted with a weatherproof felt roof, according to the company. The range is completed with optional extras such as raised beds, doors and runs.

WPC composite and insulated eco kennels

A second major line covers WPC composite plastic dog kennels, listed with 52 products. These are offered in single, duo, triple and four-, five- and six-bay formats, alongside composite eco cabins. The company describes its eco-thermal kennels as insulated for maximum comfort, a specification it contrasts with the traditional timber models.

Animal housing, catteries and garden buildings

Beyond dog-specific products, the catalogue includes a dog kennel and animal housing section with 74 products, organised in single, double, double pent, triple and four-, five- and six-bay animal housing. The site also lists cattery runs and enclosures (11 products), wooden garden sheds (32 products) and outdoor cabins and dog houses (10 products).

Metal dog shelters appear as a small separate category with a single product, and kennel panels and galvanised dog run panels are grouped in a category of eight products. A dedicated dog cages section and a kennel accessories line complete the offer, the latter intended to customise the animal's living space.

Express kennels for faster delivery

For buyers needing a kennel quickly, Benchmark Kennels offers a self-assembly express range of single timber dog kennels. These arrive flat-packed and ready for assembly, and the company advertises express 24-hour collection or 48-hour delivery on this line.

Made-to-order options and buying support

The company states that it produces bespoke dog kennels made to order and that its team can advise on sizing, positioning and optional extras. It also offers optional shed bays to add storage or shelter to a kennel. A callback request form on the site lets customers describe their needs and receive a recommendation on the most suitable option.

At the time of writing this profile, the site displayed an extended bank holiday promotion of 20% off its full range of wooden and WPC dog kennels for a limited period.