{"id":19961,"date":"2021-05-21T15:00:40","date_gmt":"2021-05-21T07:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/?p=19961"},"modified":"2022-03-10T11:29:06","modified_gmt":"2022-03-10T03:29:06","slug":"home-decor-ideas-pet-friendly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/home-decor-ideas-pet-friendly\/","title":{"rendered":"Pet-Proof Your House With These 13 Home Decor Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

Adorable little balls of fur \u2014 almost every pet owner shares a love-hate relationship with them. Whether they wreck your delicate gardens or chew on your new sneakers, all is forgiven when they snuggle up to you on the couch. These little angels (or monsters) spend most of their time in your home, thus it\u2019s important to ensure your house is pet-friendly and comfortable enough for them. Read on for home decor ideas to transform your house into a safe haven for your pets at home!<\/p>\n

Home decor tips to pet proof your home<\/h2>\n

1. Hide the cables<\/h3>\n
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If there\u2019s one thing you need to hide from your pets, it\u2019s the cables. Dogs and cats have a tendency to chew on electrical cables, which is a potential health hazard for your pets at home.\u00a0Tuck your cables safely away in a\u00a0cable storage box<\/a>\u00a0so they stay out of reach for your pets in Singapore. This simple home decor idea will also save you the cost of replacing appliances due to faulty wires!<\/p>\n

2. No trash no mess<\/h3>\n
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Keep the trash out of your pets\u2019 sights, and you\u2019ll be less likely to come home to a stinky mess. Pets at home tend to be bored and nothing piques their curiosity as much as a trash bin.\u00a0Replace all your open bins at home with\u00a0pedal dustbins<\/a>\u00a0to keep your furry pals out of the trash! This is especially important for dustbins in the kitchen, where the smell of food waste will undoubtedly draw the attention of pets at home.<\/p>\n

3. Create a pet window<\/h3>\n
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As many Singaporeans live in a HDB apartment, pets in Singapore don\u2019t really have the space to run about when they\u2019re bored at home. Creating access to your home windows for your furry kids is a good way to keep them entertained while you\u2019re away as these little curious creatures love to people watch! Why not install a\u00a0pet window hammock<\/a> so they can idle away by the window! To make it easier for your pets to reach the hammock, you can add boxes, a small bookshelf<\/a>\u00a0or a\u00a0pet step ladders<\/a>\u00a0for convenient access.<\/p>\n

4. Secure your windows<\/h3>\n
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To minimise the risk of pets (especially your feline friends) falling or climbing out of your apartment, you need to secure your windows.\u00a0Avoid using roller blinds as they can become a strangulation hazard for your pets at home. Window grilles are a must-have to create a pet-friendly home in Singapore. Alternatively, you can install a\u00a0window mesh<\/a>\u00a0to prevent possible mishaps. Don\u2019t let curiosity kill your cat (or dog)!<\/p>\n

5. Cordon off dangerous areas<\/h3>\n
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It\u2019s important to restrict your pet\u2019s access to areas like the kitchen, where many dangerous tools can be found. You don\u2019t want your furry kids to be rummaging through bottles of pills or playing near knives and hazardous kitchen appliances.\u00a0Install a\u00a0pet gate<\/a>\u00a0so your pets will not wander into no-entry areas of the house. Pet gates are also useful for keeping your furry kids away from your bedroom so it remains pet hair-free!<\/p>\n

6. Protect your couch<\/h3>\n
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Pets at home tend to drool, scratch and stain furniture, making it hard to maintain your house in pristine condition. If you have fabric sofas at home, this can be a huge headache as the material isn\u2019t stain-resistant. Fret not, we have a home decor idea that will be very helpful!\u00a0Purchase a\u00a0pet sofa cover<\/a>\u00a0to protect your couch and even your bed! They come in all sorts of sizes and colours to match your home decor. Your furry couch potato can now make as much of a mess as it wants! When the pet sofa cover is dirty, all you have to do is throw it into the washing machine and voila, it\u2019ll come out as good as new!<\/p>\n

7. Box it up<\/h3>\n
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Nope, we\u2019re not asking you to pack your stuff in boxes (although you probably should if your house is a huge clutter). We\u2019re talking about reusing empty boxes for your pets! Are you aware of Mr Whiskers\u2019 crazy obsession over boxes? Yes, cats (and sometimes, dogs) enjoy curling up in confined spaces, making a box the perfect spot for your feline friends! Forget about the luxurious\u00a0pet beds<\/a>, reuse a packing box instead!\u00a0Pro Tip:<\/b>\u00a0Roll up your sleeves and paint over the dull boxes to give them a makeover! They won\u2019t look so out of place in your home and your pets will appreciate the effort (hopefully)!<\/p>\n

8. Check your plants<\/h3>\n
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No matter how many treats you shower your pets with, your greedy fur balls will always be eyeing the plants at home. However, they may not be aware that certain plants are toxic to pets and can pose potential health risks. As owners, it\u2019s important to avoid having the following plants when you have pets at home:<\/p>\n