On a drilling rig, the Dog House (Driller’s Cabin) is more than just a room — it’s the nerve center where critical drilling decisions are made in real time.

From this room, the Driller monitors and controls key parameters that directly affect well safety, drilling efficiency, and equipment integrity.

Key Parameters Controlled & Monitored in the Dog House:
-Weight on Bit (WOB) – Controls drilling efficiency and bit life
-Rotary Speed (RPM) – Optimizes rate of penetration and prevents downhole damage
-Pump Pressure & Flow Rate – Ensures proper hole cleaning and well control
-Standpipe Pressure (SPP) – Detects downhole restrictions or kicks
-Torque & Drag – Indicates hole condition and potential sticking risks
-Hook Load – Monitors string weight and detects anomalies
-Mud Properties & Pit Volume – Early indicators of kicks or losses
-Rate of Penetration (ROP) – Measures drilling performance
-Gas Readings – Provides early warning of formation influx

Integrated displays from MWD/LWD, mud logging, and surface sensors give the driller a complete picture of downhole conditions — all from inside the Dog House.

Every decision made in this room impacts well integrity, crew safety, and operational success.
The Dog House is where experience meets data.