Crossword Genius

Housing for woofers

Ross

I believe the answer is:

kennels

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'woofers' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both man-made objects as well as being plural nouns.
Perhaps there's a link between them I don't understand?

I can't explain the remainder of the clue.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for kennels that I've seen before include "Dog houses" , "Homes for dogs" , "Doghouses" , "Shelters for animals" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
Want a hint initially instead of a full solution? Install my app