Love dogs? You’re in the right place! Today we’ll be running through 6 non-negotiable dog room decor essentials. From dog bowls, beds, toys and tech, to pet gates, crates, dog doors and more. Keep reading for some of the best dog room decor ideas and inspiration around!
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Dog Room Decor essential #1 - Water and food bowls
Image via Pottery Barn feat. Mason Stoneware Pet Bowls (optional monogram)
This one is a given really! Pets require access to clean fresh drinking water at all times so having bowls available to drink from is non-negotiable.
If your pup loves to make a mess with their water (or is prone to knocking their bowls over) you might like to make multiple water sources available or opt for a weighted pet bowl instead.
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Wild One Pet Bowl via Nordstrom
Matte Black Pet Bowl via Target
Food bowls are another dog room decor essential if your dog likes to graze throughout the day.
If your dog is a speed-eater on the other hand, you might like to invest in a slow-feed dog bowl option or even a food dispensing dog toy or puzzle feeder instead.
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Green Interactive Feeder via Amazon
Fun Feeder Slo Bowl via Amazon
Dog Room Decor essential #2 - Bedding
ABOVE: LAY LO PETS Classic White Terrazzo Dog Bed via LAY LO Pets
Another non-negotiable, dogs need somewhere cozy and comfortable to sleep. An appropriately sized pet bed, mat, crate or snuggly pile of blankets should do the trick!
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Image via Etsy/Hunting Pony feat. Unique Dog Bed
Image via Pottery Barn feat. Harry Barker Grain Sack Dog Bed
Image via Etsy/Lion Vine feat. Vine Dog Bed
For older dogs with joint issues, a comfortable, supportive spot to rest becomes increasingly important – orthopedic and memory foam pet bed options are great for older doggos. You can check out our top picks for orthopedic pet beds in the post below;
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Crates and kennels are also great for promoting a sense of safety and security for your dog while they are resting – for some dreamy dog crate design inpiration, check out Sarah Gibson of Room for Tuesday’s beautiful built-in dog crate below.
Image via Sarah Gibson, Room for Tuesday
Ginny Pet Crate via Wayfair
Holmquist Wood Dog House via Wayfair
Dog Room Decor Essential #3 - Boredom Busting Toys and Games (and Dog Toy Storage)
Boredom busting games and other enrichment toys are a great addition to your dog room decor.
Depending on the game/toy, not only do these types of games and toys help to keep your pup mentally stimulated, they also help to keep them out of mischief too!
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Kong Classic Dog Toy via Amazon
Outward Hound Puzzle Game via Amazon
PAW5 Wooly Snuffle Mat via Amazon
Of course soft toys and hide and seek plushies are fun too, but if your pup has destructive tendencies, it’s probably best to opt for a more durable alternative instead!
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Harry Barker Classic Toy Bin via Pottery Barn
Wire Storage Basket via Target
Burlap Dog Toy Storage Bin via Wayfair
Image via Pottery Barn feat. Hand-woven Rattan Dog Toy Storage Basket
Dog Room Decor Essential #4 - Pet Gates, Pens and Doggy Doors
Image via Circa Lighting, Photography by Victoria Pearson
Image by W.B. Builder’s via Houzz, Photography by Seth Hannula
Pet gates and pens are great for keeping your pooches safe, secure and contained in their doggy rooms or designated areas (essential in our opinion).
Built-in options like the ones pictured above are awesome (especially if they’re within your budget), but there are also lots of budget-friendly, temporary, free-standing and movable options on the market too, available in a range of colors and styles to suit your decor.
Image via Wayfair feat. Free-standing Pet Gate
Image via Wayfair feat. Palm Springs Designer Gate
Image via Amazon feat. 4-Panel Exercise Pet Pen
Another thing to consider is whether you’ll be allowing your doggo access to the outdoors via their dog room or designated area.
If so, doggy doors are a great investment. Check out the below post for some great options.
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Image via PetSafe, feat. Extreme Weather Aluminum Pet Door
Dog Room Decor Essential #5 - Monitoring Tools and Calming Devices for Anxious Pups and Pet Parents
For anxious pet parents…
Not really “non-negotiable” but nice-to-have in your dog-room or dog space are doggy monitoring tools and pet cameras like the Furbo Dog Camera and/or Petcube Bites.
Furbo Dog Camera via Furbo
Petcube Bites 2 via Amazon
Similar to a nanny cam or baby monitor, pet cameras like the Furbo and Petcube allow you to watch and interact with your dog while you are away from home.
Also, depending on the model you choose, you can also subscribe to receive bark and motion alerts to your smart-phone, which can provide valuable peace of mind for anxious pet parents.
For a comprehensive review on both of the aforementioned pet cam models, check out our handy comparison review post below;
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For anxious pups…
Products like Adaptil can be a life-saver if you have an anxious pup at home, as Adaptil can help to keep dogs calm and relaxed. Included in the Adaptil range is room diffusers – a perfect addition to your dog room decor (and defintiely worth investigating) if your dog is prone to stress and anxiety.
Other products like calming dog beds and weighted dog blankets can also help.
For more dog calming tips and products, be sure to check out our post below;
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Calming Donut Cuddler Dog Bed via Amazon
Adaptil Dog Calming Diffuser Kit via Amazon
Dog Room Decor Essential #6 - Doggy-themed Decor (this is mostly for us!)
Maybe not “non-negotiable” for everyone but definitely non-negotiable for us – dog-themed decor!
Now you’ve got the essentials down, why not have some fun decorating your canine crib! Get creative… think doggy themed artwork, doggy wall paper, rugs, mats, leash hooks and more. The options are endless!
Image by Michael McGowan via Bored Panda
Image by Sarah Gibson via Room for Tuesday
Image via Etsy / Just Artin Around, feat. Custom Pet Portrait
Hope You Like Dogs Door Mat via Etsy / Nine to Wine Design
Personalized Dog Leash Holder via Etsy / Ocean Bay Crafts
‘Woof’ Treat Jar via Wayfair
Personalized Dog Leash Holder via Etsy / Ellejay Design Group
Image via Anthropologie, feat. Dog’s Life Wallpaper
1. Dog wall paper // 2. Bowl Set // 3. Pet Gate // 4. Moose Plushie // 5. ‘Everything is Wonderful’ Pet Bed // 6. Gray Paw Print Dog Bed // 7. Furbo // 8. Snuffle Mat // 9. Adaptil Diffuser // 10. Soft Travel Crate // 11. Kong Classic // 12. Personalized Toy Basket
