Scratched furniture, torn curtains, stained rug, worn sofa, broken vase. No, this isn't a scene from a horror movie…
Open Gallery Many of us have at least one non-speaking friend at home.
These little four-legged friends are adorable and full of energy, but their owners are forced to make certain sacrifices when it comes to furnishing the house. If you like to have a beautifully decorated house just the way you want it, but you also want your furry friend by your side, here are some tips that will help you do just that.
First of all, your pet needs its own bed. If space is not generous, improvise one from a nightstand. Remove the last two drawers and place a special pillow. Also, in pet shops you will find plenty of bed models to match the decor of your home.
sure in a space an organizer where you keep all his things, from toys to hygiene products. Ideally, it should be placed near the entrance to the house, so it will be easier for you to clean it when you return from a walk to avoid dirtying the floor.
Forget about kibble scattered throughout the house. Store them in a piece of furniture along with the bowl he eats from. You will thus save space, the appearance of your house and you will also save money that you would have spent on other storage items.
For the most part, pets get into trouble when you're away from home. It's very possible to find the door scratched by the dog who is eagerly waiting for you to take him for a walk in the park. Avoid this by hanging a plastic sheet on the door handle, as in the picture.
If you have a cat, you know very well that it likes to cling to almost anything, especially curtains. Provide him with a corner where he can play. For example, wrap string around a PVC pipe or other support that you can fix next to a wall. He's sure to like it more than the curtain.
To avoid hair on the sofa and rug, take advantage of the fact that the cat likes to be petted. Attach some brushes to the edge of a wall or the edges of the exit from where it sleeps. This way, when it passes by, it will surely brush itself.
These solutions help you prevent certain incidents or inconveniences and keep your house clean and tidy. But if you are renovating your house, rearranging it or about to move into a new one, ideally choose those finishes or furniture items that are not "demanding" and will not deteriorate easily.
