Dogrib lodges had large and airy interiors. A central hearth, surrounded by a flooring of spruce boughs, made a warm and dry shelter. A framework of poles, hanging over the hearth, was used to dry meat and clothing. Sleeping positions were determined by gender, age, and status.

The central hearth was enclosed by a bent green spruce pole to prevent the spruce bough flooring from getting in the fire. Food was cooked by suspending it from a cord and hook over the fire.