Dog owners will do just about anything to have their fur babies wagging their tales all day long. Usually, this means going on long walks, eating food that is best of the best, sleeping in the same bed, and indulging in little luxuries such as doggy pawdicures and high-end treats. But, since you are a dog owner, you are already familiar with all of these. What you are probably not familiar with is how to make your new home more dog-friendly, right? Don’t worry – we got you. Making your home suitable for you and your four-legged best friend has never been easier. You just need a little bit of resourcefulness and a lot of creativity. And, you need to follow our handy tips and trick on how to make your new home more dog-friendly. So, let us get going.

Invest in Pet-Friendly Furniture

If you are moving out of your home for the first time, you probably don’t have any pieces of furniture yet. Great, let that be an opportunity for you to buy pet-friendly furniture. And, if you are moving for the who-knows-what time, well, you might also want to consider replacing your old furniture with a pet-friendly one. Trust us; this will be a game-changer!

No matter how much love you have for your dog, all the hairs, dirt, and odors on your sofa probably disgust you. Moreover, these messes dogs leave on our furniture are not only unpleasant for us but also very offputting for anybody visiting you. Thus, save yourself from embarrassments, unpleasantness, and long nights of cleaning, and invest in pet-friendly furniture. That can be any piece of furniture that has stain-free fabric, such as leather or some synthetic microfiber.

Ditch the Carpet 

Unless you have the tiniest and the most well-behaved dog, your carpet will just not survive. Some dogs will use it as their digging ground, some will lay and shed on it, and some will leave those little smelly messes that will affect the look and the smell of your entire home.

Thus, even if you love your rug, remove it. Moreover, if your new home is in dire need of renovation, you might also want to consider replacing all the floors in your home with tiles. Tiles don’t ‘collect’ odors and bacteria and they are the easiest to clean.

However, if you do decide to install tiles in your entire home, be sure to do that before you and your dog move in. That is a piece of advice Spyder Moving professionals give to all their clients. Unfinished homes, handymen, moving boxes, and pets don’t go well together.

Trash Cans With Lids Are a Must  

How many times were you appalled by the look and smell of scattered trash in your home? If you have been a dog owner for quite some time, the answer is probably one too many times. Dogs just like digging through trash. Some do it because of the smell of food, and some do it just because they are bored when you are not home. Luckily, there is an easy fix for this, too – to make your home more dog-friendly, just replace your old trash cans with sturdy ones that come with a lid. That is all. And, if possible, keep that trash hidden somewhere too – for instance, put it inside your kitchen cabinets or in your pantry.

Moreover, speaking of lids, it is also a good idea to have everything well-secured when moving into your new home too. Moving is very stressful not only for you but also for your dog. And, if they start to feel anxious or scared, there is a big chance they will start looking for shelter among your scattered boxes. So, to make moving in easier and safer (for your dog and your things), try using either plastic containers or well-secured cardboard boxes.

Hide All Electrical Cables 

One of the most important things you must do to make your new home more dog-friendly is hiding all the electrical cables. We all know how much dogs love chewing these, and we all know how dangerous that is. You can call a handyperson to hide your cables behind the wall and under the floor (which can be pretty expensive), or you can DIY it. All you need for the second option is a thick cable protector. You can find it in any hardware store and install it after watching just one YouTube video on it.

Do everything in your power to make your dog safe in your new home! And do everything in your power to make moving with your dog stress-free. The best way to do that is to let the moving professionals make the process simple while you focus on your dog. That way, you will not have to worry about this move affecting your dog.

Gate Your Yard 

If the new home you are moving into is actually a house with a yard, well, you made your dog’s wish come true. But, before you two start running around the yard and playing fetch, there is one more thing you have to do to make your new home more dog-friendly – gate that yard. If there is no gate, your dog may run away and get lost, or even worse, he may get hit by a car or even stolen by somebody. 

Don’t wait for these tragedies to happen. Gate your yard before you let your dog out (with or without you). But, before you start preparing for a home renovation of this kind, be sure that it will consume a lot of your budget. Putting a gate around your whole house is quite expensive. So, be sure to have some money saved aside if you are moving into a new home with a dog, as it will need some dog-proofing. 

As you have seen, there are many things you should do to make your new home more dog-friendly. We mentioned just some of them, but it is your job to keep researching reliable sources, dog-proofing, and making sure that your new home is completely safe for your furry friend.