If you have a cement kennel flooring, it can be a little difficult to keep totally clean and hygienic. Many people seem to feel that cement kennel floors are the best because they are very easy to clean, they’re hardy and stand up to a lot of use and wear and tear without showing any sign of deterioration. And of course they are very convenient and last for years.
However, cement is actually quite a porous subject, and fluid that ends up on cement can actually quite easily seep down into the cement and remain there. This then can become a health hazard to the dog, as it can breed germs which can have a very negative impact on your dogs.
One of the best things to do with cement flooring is to use a sealant on it. Paint alone won’t seal it properly, but there are some very good sealants on the market these days, with some specifically used to treat dog kennel flooring.
As far as cleaning your cement flooring, the best solution I have found is to clean it with a Clorox bleach solution. Bleach is one of the few things that will eradicate almost all disease causing germs. Mix the bleach with water according to instructions on the bleach bottle, and be sure to rinse off the kennel floor with hot water after cleaning with the bleach solution as bleach left on the surface can be an irritant to some dogs.
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