Making Your Home Safe And Comfy For Your New Dog

Most dogs are shy in new environments. When you bring a new dog into your home, it’s your responsibility to make him/her feel safe and at home. You must be able to provide for both emotional and physical needs.

Here’s how you can do it:

Dog Proofing

The first thing you should do before even bringing your dog home is dog proofing. Your dog should not have access to dangerous chemicals and items. This will prevent accidents from happening. This also includes house plants, electronic wires, buttons, batteries, and other choking hazards. Be sure to keep your trash protected to prevent your dog from eating spoiled food.

Preparing A Dog Room

Your dog room should allow your dog to be comfortable, and also stay active. This is a space for your dog to stay while they’re home alone. The best dog rooms have sealed concrete or tiles that are easier to clean. You can retrofit an existing flooring with floor paddings such as pee pads.

The room should be painted with non-toxic paint that is easy to wipe and keep clean. Your dog should also be able to keep warm and have an eating area separate from the bathroom.

If you don’t have an entire room to spare, a great place is under the stairs in your home. By adding gates and placing a bet with pillows inside plus a mat, this could be the perfect home for your dog. You can also try doing this in your laundry room. Just be sure to keep chemicals away.

How To Create A Comfy Space

The most important things to get are a comfy bed and pillow. This helps to promote relaxation and will give you an appealing space to sleep. You should also include toys. It’s a good idea to have a second bed in your room for your dog to sleep if he/she is experiencing anxiety. You should also put a clean food and water bowl nearby.