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From using adorable animal planters to upcycling what you already have, there are several ways to keep your pet space clean and tidy. In this blog, we share top tips on creating smart storage solutions for your pet’s special corner at home.
Everything in its Place
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There’s a place for everything. It may be cliché, but ensuring that you have a clean and organized space can do wonders. Clean and uncluttered spaces not only benefit pet owners. It also has advantages for their animal companions.
Here are some reasons why you should keep your pet corner, nook, or full-size pet palace neat and clean:
1. Pet and Owner Health
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While there are health benefits to owning a pet, there are also instances where precautions must be observed. This is because pets can also be carriers for germs that may cause diseases in humans.
However, the risk of catching these zoonotic diseases from pets may be averted by knowing how to stay healthy around pets. This starts by keeping your pets healthy. Be mindful of vaccinations that are needed and have regular veterinary visits. At the same time, you also need to maintain good hygiene in and around the home. You can do so by practicing religious hand-washing. You should also practice good pet hygiene. For example, keep pet supplies and items out of the house or confined in their pet area.
2. Pet Safety
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A cluttered home and pet space can also cause accidents. It’s no secret that pets can be rambunctious. Leaving toys scattered, pet gates unlocked, or other pet items just lying around can lead to accidents. There are also instances when owners forget to keep substances that are toxic to animals within their reach which leads to accidental ingestion.
3. Stress-Reduction Benefits
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A clean and organized pet area is where your pets can also get rest. Reducing clutter can help their help calm them. Maintaining a cozy environment will also add to their general well-being.
Clutter Cures
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Pet parenthood can be fulfilling but can also fill our homes with a lot of stuff. While we love to dote on our fur babies, there’s a huge chance that we might also accumulate clutter. Pet accessories, basic needs, toys, and other pet paraphernalia can all add up and take up space.
If you find yourself in a situation where your home is already overtaken with plenty of pet items, then this article is for you. If you’re lucky enough to read this before you create a haven for your pets, then you’re in luck. Whether you’re in the early stages of pet parenthood or already taking care of a litter of paw pals, this blog may help you discover smart storage solutions to keep your home clutter-free.
Below are some ingenious ways to keep a clean and clutter-free pet space:
1. Designate a Pet Storage Station
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Whether you have a huge area or just ample room for your pet storage needs, make sure that you designate an “official” space. This way, it is easier for you or other caretakers to find what you need. It can be an unused closet, that awkward space under the stairs, or a whole room designed specifically for your paw pals.
2. Maximize Multi-use Modern Baskets
These days, baskets are not just used to hold market items. Modern baskets now address a lot of needs – from practical purposes to decorative uses.
For example, you can use tabletop mini baskets or catch-alls to store small pet items. These can be receptacles for cute hairpins, bow ties, or paw socks. Another idea is to place their toys in floor baskets to organize them by color, shape, size, or use. You can also use hanging baskets to keep pet products or medicines out of their reach. Baskets with handles also provide convenience in hauling things such as pet blankets or clothes during laundry.
Since these baskets come in all shapes, sizes, and designs, you can find many uses for them. You can also use these baskets as a grooming caddy. Brushes, ear solutions, dental care, shampoos, and the like can be stashed in baskets with handles. These baskets can then be kept in a cabinet or shelf that is out of your pet’s reach.
3. Invest in Bespoke Storage
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When creating a pet haven in your home, form and function should work together. It’s nice to have a beautiful room for your pets, but also make sure it offers great functionality. That is why custom-made storage solutions are all the rage in home design and interiors for 2024. People are investing in cleverly hidden pull-out beds, feeding counters, or grooming stations.
4. Reuse, Recycle, or Repurpose
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It’s a good idea to have an all-in-one storage cabinet for your pet's needs. You can also do so by repurposing or upcycling. It only takes a bit of creativity and imagination to make use of old things. Unused items like an armoire or broken refrigerator can still be used. Old dressers or desks can also be used to keep pet documents. Make sure to also organize your pet’s medical records in one storage area so it’s easy to get them when needed.
Clutter-free, Carefree
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Adopting a pet is a huge responsibility that entails time, energy, and resources. Not only do you want to ensure that your pet lives in a beautiful home. You also need to provide a comfort zone for them where they can rest, play, and enjoy their stay with you. Besides, having a happy fur baby also translates to a carefree, stress-free fur parent. Keeping all pet items clean and in order will help in creating a safe and enjoyable place for your pets.