Tips on Embracing a Pet Nook

We all have bedrooms to retreat and revitalize, pets need a room too! Pet nooks are the newest trend, making small spaces, hidden or visible, for your pet items or just to lounge. We are going to look out a few different ways you can create a pet nook, and how to properly establish a spot. Giving your pup a comfortable spot is a great way to give them their own part of your home.

Planning

• Prioritize Safety: Ensure the spot you chose does not have access to hazardous materials, like cleaning products in the laundry room. Try to avoid spots near windows with outside chaos or overcrowded walkways in the home. Another factor to consider is making sure your pup has plenty of access to water at all times.
• Right Spot: Pick a spot that is currently not of use or used as storage; whether you are putting this underneath the staircase, corner of the laundry room, or the living room, make sure to ensure it is a space you won’t need. Pets like to feel secure, and having a constant safe space will make your pooch feel more secure in the home.

Obvious Nooks

Using upcycled furniture, you are able to reconfigure your furniture to fit your pup! Another alternative that’s popular on the internet is to make an under-the-stairs room for pets. Redesigning that extra storage space can lead to an adorable nook, much cozier than Harry Potter’s. Under the stairs ensures those supplies are out of the way and kept in an organized area. The next step up from the stairs nook would be to have an entire room dedicated to your furry friend, but most do not have that much extra space. For more information on pet rooms, check out this article on creating a space just for them!

Hidden Gems

There are so many reasons to build a little hidden area or drawer for pet supplies! People don’t always love the look of pet food, food bowls get in the way, or dog beds don’t match their aesthetic living room. There are now so many ways to conceal or reconfigure these products to tailor your home! Utilizing drawers, you can create pull-out/away feeding stations or beds. Pets need access to water 24/7, so if you’re looking for a tuckaway food and water spot, make sure the water is still accessible. Amazon has dog crates that can be disguised as end tables for $100, these are a nice alternative to regular dog crates because they are more attractive to the eye.

Outside Oasis

If you have run out of room in your home, let’s make a pet space outside! Dogs love to be outside in the fresh air and sunshine, so why not make them a comfy spot too. One way to incorporate your pup into your patio is to build a bed within your bench (photo below). This makes pets feel like one of the family, plus they love to be right under your feet! Another way to add a pet nook to your house is to add a traditional doghouse outside. Nowadays there are nicer options than a typical wooden doghouse, they now have four-season insulated structures for them to feel at home while outside the home.

Hopefully, you found an effective way to incorporate Fido into the home with the right special space! Pinterest has millions of pet nook ideas trending right now. For more information on pet rooms, check out this article!