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8 Modern Design Ideas for Pet Homes

  • October 10, 2019
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If you want to treat your pets uniquely, it is important to build a home for them that can accommodate their personal needs as well as the needs of those who will care for them aside from you 24/7. 

Here are some of the most common modern design ideas for pet homes that you can apply to your future designs. These suggestions will give you possible ideas for design options that you can use not only for your pet room or house but for other pet owners that will love to design their beloved doggy space.

Would you like to learn more? Go ahead and continue reading. You will certainly learn a lot about possible design changes that you can use for your pet’s homes. You can also visit a pet blog to further know the best comfort for your pets.

The Importance of Space in Design

First, you have to take note of the space that you will need for the pet house. You should have a large enough space in your property for at least three or more dogs. If you plan on taking care of multiple pets, a large pet home will surely be required, at least in anticipation of expansion.

Rails and Enclosures

The number and specific breed of pets should be a consideration. Different dog breeds have different dietary needs. This factor will determine the overall doghouse design, as well. For example, if you have Great Danes, or Bulldogs as pets, railings and enclosures are important to have as part of your design plans for the dog house to ensure protection not only for the pets but for the caretakers as well.

Kennels

You should also take note of the need for kennels in the doghouse. It is your dog capable of staying outside for long periods, or does he need to have the security of a dog kennel at least for the night? If your dog is not capable of being well behaved outdoors, you would need to have a dog kennel available to keep him safe. Just make sure that you would still be able to move around inside the kennel so that he doesn’t feel trapped or claustrophobic.

If this happens, it might induce feelings of aggression towards you as the owner.

Storage Compartments

You should also consider having storage compartments inside the doghouse as part of the design. You would need this to store all your pet implements. Here are some examples as follows:

  • Leashes
  • Dog collars
  • Clothes and Accessories
  • Dog Food Containers
  • Toys

You can choose to design a high storage compartment so that the dogs will not get to reach it so easily. The height will extend the life of the pet implements and save you money in the process.

Designated Areas for the Dog’s Personal Needs, Training and Playtime

You should also provide additional areas for play and bathing as well as space for the dog to relieve himself whenever necessary. If you’re going to build your pet his own space, you should also keep his personal needs in mind. Having designated areas for everything will teach your dog discipline for sure.

In connection with this, you should ensure that you can train your pet to use any lavatory accessories that you might want to install in the doghouse. The dog should also be trained to use any feeding accessories that you might want to include in this space.

With enough space, you can conduct training sessions for dogs needing physical therapy both outside and indoors. 

Fencing

This addition is another design factor that you should consider when building a doghouse. Having high fences around the doghouse will prevent your pets from going outside, inadvertently, during any physical activities. 

By installing sturdy fencing around the doghouse, you will feel secure knowing that your dogs will not be able to reach the middle of the road even without your supervision.

Multipurpose Designs

The most modern dog house is also are built to accommodate the dog’s many needs. For example, space can double as a mudroom, the eating area as well as a place for bathing. Some owners prefer to clean up their dogs outside in the backyard especially if the doghouse is far too small.

If you’re going to design your own dog house, it would be best to consider the space that you have available, as mentioned earlier. Planning out the design and function of the space is imperative.

The Size

Lastly, you have to consider accommodations for yourself and the caretakers. The dog house should also be able to accommodate human companions for the pets. You should design the space so as the human companions can also maneuver inside with ease. 

By doing this, you will not only give comfort to the pet but also to people who would want to visit him in his environment.

Conclusion

These are just some of the modern design options that you can add to your pet home right away. These pointers will give you something to think about for sure. Having professional help or doing it on your own will both be much easier if you already have an idea as to what you would want to include in the design.

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