How to Make Your Apartment Dog-Friendly

Dogs truly are a human’s best friend. And though a pet dog is a bundle of happiness, there can be some tough times. A dog is just like a child and here are some tips that you can follow in making your home as comfortable for your dog as it is for you.

Choose a Pet-Friendly Neighbourhood

Being inside the house all day can be very suffocating for a dog. Choose a neighbourhood that has plenty of parks for both humans and dogs. There are many apartments that are surrounded by picnic tables, playgrounds, and dog parks. Avanya, luxurious apartments in Dahisar offer just that. It is the perfect blend of urban and rural for your dog and you.

Add a Doggy Door

Generally, doggy doors are common for houses, but you can arrange for them in an apartment as well. For adding a doggy door to the balcony or patio, you have to first ensure that the balcony is dog-proof and then add the doggy door so that your dog can go out as it pleases. This will be of help if you do not have time to take your dog out for walks each day. With a doggy door they will have more space in the house to move around. There are some products like that help you train your dog to excrete outside the apartment instead of doing it inside.

Have a Bathroom Schedule

With an apartment training your dog to use bathroom becomes a real issue. Due to the restriction of the space it is important to put them on a bathroom schedule so that they get accustomed to it and don’t dirty the house. This one task will make your life easier, your dog is happier, and help you keep your apartment clean.

Set Space-Sharing Rules And Get a Doggy Bed

When you have a dog in the house, it can get very chaotic. So, from day 1 it is essential to set some ground rules. You have to provide your dog with its own space for sleeping and playing. This way you can keep them from sleeping on your bed or ruining a nice sofa. They can always share you bed but it is important to give them space. Dogs like to sleep in a soft, comfortable place, especially if it has your scent.

Toys Are a Must

Since your dog has to spend a lot of time inside the apartment while you have to remain out, it is important to give them some toys. Keep the toys in a separate basket, perhaps in a small corner that is for your dog. This will ensure that your apartment is tidy when you return home. This way you will also protect your furniture, chords and other valuable items that your dog could chew on when it doesn’t have a toy to play with.

Dog-Proof The Apartment

Dog-proofing your house is as important as baby-proofing. Dogs can easily be equated to babies. Simple baby-locks can protect your kitchen cabinets and other spaces where you keep food and treats. This way, you can keep you kitchen safe and also protect your dog from falling ill.

Adapt Your Everyday Routine

While you try to make your apartment dog-friendly, you have to ensure that your schedule is dog-friendly as well. Taking your dog on a walk every day is crucial for their physical and emotional well being. You have to include your dog in to your everyday routine so you can spend adequate time with them. Take your dog out with you on shopping trips and park and give them a good time.

Be it a one bedroom apartment or a 2 bhk in Thane, if you follow these tips, both you and your dog will be happy and comfortable.

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