Happy National Dog Day! In fact, today is the 10th anniversary of National Dog Day, founded in 2004 to show appreciation for our furry friends. From seeing eye dogs to bomb sniffers to our family pooch, today is a celebration of their loyalty, patience and of course love.
As a salute to man’s best friend we’ve put together 8 fun and easy ways to make your home more dog friendly. From keeping clean to spoiling dogs with fancy digs of their own, this list is a great way to show your love around your house. Your dog makes the house a happier place, so why not return the favor?
1. Give them a leg up with DIY Dog Steps
If you’ve got a little pup this is the perfect project for you! You can show off your artistic talents as well and decorate your set of doggie steps.
Click here for the easy step-by-step instructions
2. Discourage destruction with bitter apple spray
This bitter apple spray is a great way to keep a teething pup from tearing up electric cords and other important things in your home. It’s suggested to spray some onto a paper towel and then wipe down the cord – it’s less wasteful and more effective.
You can purchase this bitter apply spray your local pet store.
3. Build a chic dog bed
Spoil your pup in style and construct a custom doggie bed. This one is simple and easy but still creative and chic. The desk drawer doggie bed is a great way to recycle an old piece of otherwise useless furniture and create an eye popping design piece for your home.
Find the DIY instructions for this dog bed at diyshowoff.com
4. Or try this rustic country style one
If you want the homemade dog bed with a down home look, check out this crate bed! This cozy cushion will make a charming addition to any country chic home.
We found this adorable design with simple follow along instructions on the Home Frosting blog
5. Squeegee clean your carpets
You probably already have a squeegee but are you taking advantage of all its cleaning uses? A squeegee is one of the best ways to remove pet hair from your carpets quickly and easily.
Check out this and 55 other must read cleaning tips and tricks.
6. Create an extra special feeding station
We love the simplicity and adorable country look of these dog bowl chairs. It’s a great way to upcycle old furniture and create a special space for your dog. Why not make your dog’s food bowls a fashion statement in your house?
Find out how to create these feeding bowl stations at theDIYvillage.com.
7. Smart Chew Toy
Try out this chew toy if your dog is notorious for ripping apart stuffed animals and making a big fluffy mess around your house. Simply use a Hol-ee ball and stuff it yourself with dog treats and pre-cup strips of fabric. Your dog will love tearing it apart and of course it’s super easy to put right back together again.
It’s a treat for your dog and solution to your problem. Just follow these easy instructions.
8. Rooftop Doggie Deck
Make your DOG’S house more pet friendly by adding a rooftop deck where he can lounge. It’s a great way to save space with it stacked on top and gives pups more space to call their own. Now that’s luxury real estate!
If you’re willing to take it on this project is super simple if you just follow these DIY steps.
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