Cog-Dog Radio Dog-Friendly Homes
Sep 8, 2026
Turn your home into a more comfortable world for your dog. Explore supportive flooring, cozy resting spots, temperature choices, accessible water, calming soundscapes, balanced window views, safe outdoor access, chewing opportunities, enrichment, and meaningful social contact. Small changes throughout the home can make everyday life easier and less stressful for canine companions.
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Make Everyday Movement Safer And More Comfortable
- Cover primary pathways with non-slip rugs or yoga mats to help dogs move, eat, drink, and jump comfortably.
- Offer ramps, steps, and varied beds, including bolstered, non-bolstered, firm, and cushioned options.
Give Dogs Choice Over Temperature
- Let dogs choose between warmer and cooler spaces, and use coats only when needed because dogs cannot remove them.
- Sarah Stremming uses heated blankets for cold-sensitive dogs, while her naturally insulated Icelandic sheepdog needs no clothing.
Put Water Within Easy Reach Everywhere
- Provide at least one water bowl per dog plus an extra, with bowls on every floor and in rooms dogs use extensively.
- Offer fresh water during training and behavior work, not only during scheduled breaks.