Similar to our bedrooms and living spaces at home, our pets need their own spaces to feel safe and comfortable at all times. No matter how comfortable your home may be for you and your family, it is important to ensure that your pet feels at-home too! With this in mind, consider these few easy ways to create a safe, fun, and cozy living space for your pet at home.
Designate a Comfortable Space for Your Pet to Sleep
Just like your cozy bed at home, your pet also needs a comfortable place to relax and sleep on their own. In making a comfortable space for your pet to rest, as well as access their food and water with ease, choose a low-traffic area of your home such as the laundry room or a spare bedroom. With a small space to call their own, your pet can escape to a quiet and comfortable place in your house at any time.
Provide Your Pets with Warm and Cozy Blankets
Whether your pet wants to sleep or sit in a comfortable place, their space in your home should have a warm bed or plenty of cozy blankets for them to rest comfortably. Blankets, towels, and even comfortable area rugs will help to create a cozy resting place for your pet to enjoy throughout the day.
Keep the Bed and Blankets Clean for Your Pet
Much like our sheets and linens, it is important to keep the bed and blankets clean for your pet. A clean bed and blankets will not only be extra cozy and welcoming for your pet, but they will also help to reduce the risks of tracking parasites in from outside. Occasional cleaning of your pet’s bed will also keep it smelling fresh throughout the year so that your home remains free of odors.
Give Them Plenty of Toys to Enjoy
Along with their bed, food, and water, adding toys to your pet’s space will make them feel happy and welcome in your home. Store their favorite toys in a basket that they can easily access near their quiet space in your home to keep their space clean for you and enjoyable for them.
Trust the Care of Your Pet to the Professionals at Everhart Veterinary Medicine!
At Everhart Veterinary Medicine, our veterinary professionals strive to provide your pet with the very best of veterinary care. We believe that the best care for your pet should be provided by experienced, compassionate, and knowledgeable veterinary professionals. With two Maryland locations in both Baltimore and Pasadena, we are always ready to welcome your pet as a new patient! Give us a call today at 410-355-3131 or 410-793-7670! For more information, as well as updates on veterinary news and topics, visit us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn, or Pinterest!