How to Make Your Home Pet-Tastic

We love them like family, so why not incorporate pets into our home design? Here are some of our favorite ways to create a pet-friendly home.

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April 03, 2018

By: Lauren Fansler

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Laundry Room Hangout

This pretty laundry room is also the perfect pad for the family dog with low stainless steel dishes, one with a water faucet for fresh drinks, as well as a cozy, out-of-the-way bed.

From: Stefani Stein

Mudroom Kennel

The most loyal of friends gets a resting spot in this cheerful mudroom. Lots of natural light and pretty blue details make the mood bright and friendly.

From: Kristina Crestin

Puppy-Friendly Alcove

This dead space beneath the stairs is transformed into a private, puppy-friendly alcove. Built-in storage allows for stocking treats and toys.

From: Kate Maloney Albiani

Feeder + Storage Cabinet

A dog feeder and water station is a sleek and creative addition to this kitchen. The cabinet also provides storage for pet food, treats, glassware and other small items.

Cozy Pet Nook

A small nook tucked under the stairs serves as a cozy doghouse for this lucky pup.

Pet-Friendly Porch

This porch features a place for the pooches. Built-in benches offer lounge seating, while built-in dog beds below give this porch added functionality.

From: Kim Lewis Designs

Built-In Bowls

This kitchen offers built-in food and water bowls out of the way for the family pet.

From: Dave Stimmel

Smart Storage

Fido's food and water bowls are hidden neatly inside a drawer in the laundry room.

From: Stefani Stein

Cozy Kitchen Spot

A nook below the kitchen island is the perfect spot for a pet to perch while you're cooking; it lets them be near you but keeps them from getting under your feet.

From: Peter Salerno

Sleep Space

Orange throw pillows and a dog bed are nestled inside this nook, creating a comfortable lounge spot for the family pet.

Room for the Pooch

This laundry room features a built-in space for your pooch to recharge and relax while you handle the daily housework.

From: Payte Miller Interiors

Stylish Pallet Bed

Give your four-footed family member a stylish place to sit with a one-of-a-kind shipping pallet pet bed mobilized with casters. This not only serves as a resting spot for your pet but also makes for a stylish addition to your living space.

Pull-Out Pet Bowls

This built-in pet-feeding station features two bowls that can be pulled out from beneath the kitchen island when it's Fido's feeding time. They simply slide back in when not in use.

From: Robin Fisher

Comfy Crates

Three dog crates built underneath an upholstered bench in the living room ensure your furry friends have a space to call their own.

From: Pineapple House Interior Design

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