Pet Friendly Home Renovations

By integrating your pet-friendly home renovation into your living space, you contribute to a significant enhancement in the quality of life for both you and your pets. The Cypress Design & Build team specializes in designing and remodeling homes that are comfortable for homeowners and their pets in Monterey County, CA.

Why Choose Pet-Friendly Home Remodeling?

Considering pet-friendly requirements is vital during home remodeling. It promotes the well-being of your pet and can make it easier for you to take care of them and your home. This reduces stress for both of you, fostering a harmonious living situation.

Use Non-Toxic Paint For a Pet-Friendly Home

Pets tend to explore their environment with their mouths, increasing the risk of ingesting harmful substances found in regular paints. Traditional paint can emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that are harmful to both you and your pets. However, non-toxic varieties are VOC-free, thereby offering a much safer environment for all occupants. Ask your general contractor to make sure they use the right kind of paint while they’re doing the hard part for you.

Install a Dog Door For Easy Access & Movement

Strengthen your pet’s independence by including pet doors in your renovation plans. This not only allows them to access outdoor areas when necessary but also reduces the strain on you, the pet owner—it’s a must for every dog-friendly home.

Install Cat-Friendly Window Enhancements

For cat lovers, incorporating custom windows at cat-friendly heights provides an enriching viewing and lounging platform for your feline friends. Bird-friendly windows are also important to consider to avoid harming local bird populations.

There are other pet-centric fixtures your cat would love that you can include.

• Cat Highways
• Built-In Scratching Posts
• Pet Hotel
• Cat Shelves Along Your Wall

Install Durable, Easy-To-Clean Flooring Options

For greater resilience against inevitable pet messes, consider robust, easy-to-clean flooring options that withstand scratching and offer effortless clean-up after your pet.

• Luxury Vinyl
• Ceramic
• Porcelain Tile
• Stone
• Hardwood Floors

Add Convenient Necessities To Your Mudroom

In addition to its prime role in keeping your home clean, a mudroom also comes with the added advantage of acting as an organized storage space. For families with pets, the mudroom could double as a convenient spot to store pet-related items such as toys, leashes, and grooming tools. This ensures that every essential thing your pet requires is located in one area, and easily accessible when required.

Include Pet Grooming Stations

For long-haired pets that are prone to shedding, creating a pet grooming area within your design plan that includes a washing station can drastically simplify the bathing and grooming process, especially for large dogs.

Make Modifications For Aging Or Disabled Pets

Customized modifications like pet-friendly ramps or lower-height furniture can make your home much more navigable for aging or disabled pets, ensuring they continue to enjoy their surroundings.

It’s also a good idea to create an area for them so they have nearby pet food and water.

Incorporate Pet-Specific Furniture

If you want your home to have a pet-friendly interior, consider incorporating things like pet beds into your interior design. You can also include a pet pantry in your kitchen design to hold all your pet’s favorite treats.

Renovate Your Home With Your Pet in Mind

Pets are an integral part of our families. It’s only right that they’re considered in our home renovation plans. At Cypress Design & Build, we understand how important pet ownership is and we’re prepared to help turn your Monterey County home into the perfect pet-friendly haven. Book a consultation with us today to explore our comprehensive pet-friendly remodeling solutions.

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