Making your property inviting and safe for your dog is a great way to ensure that your dog is getting the physical exercise and mental stimulation they need to stay healthy. And, it makes it easy to find the time to play with your dog every day. Use these ideas to transform your backyard into a safe and fun place for your dog to enjoy:
Budget-Friendly No-Grass Backyard Ideas
If you’re working with a limited budget but you still want to provide a safe and interesting place for your dog, there are lots of things you can do that won’t break the bank but will give your dog a lot of enrichment activities.
If your dog lives to dig, you can give them a safe digging option by installing a large sandbox in your yard. Fill it with clean sand, and your dog can spend as much time as they want happily digging without any danger.
If you live in a hot climate or if you have a water-loving breed of dog, you can install a small splash pool for them. That will help them stay cool during hot weather, and they will have a lot of fun splashing around. Put some water toys in there for them, too!
Dog-Friendly Modern Backyard Ideas With No Grass
If you’re not a fan of spending your limited free time taking care of your lawn, and you’d rather spend that time outdoors with your dog, there are some wonderful modern materials that you can use to replace the grass in your backyard that are dog-friendly, like
- Planters surrounded by gravel
- Brick or stone pathways
- Artificial or synthetic grass
- Mulch or wood chips
Dog-Friendly Small Backyard Ideas With No Grass
If your home has a small backyard but you want to make it as dog-friendly as possible, you should focus on using plants and flowering ground cover to create an inviting green space for your dog. Just make sure that you use dog-friendly plants and ground covers like:
- Snap Dragons
- Sage
- Marigold
- Asters
- Roses
- Silver carpet
- Elfin thyme
- Miniature stonecrop
- Winter creeper
- Irish moss
Double-check with your vet to make sure any plants you are considering for your backyard are safe for your dog.
Dog Fence Ideas for Backyards
Another option you should consider to make your backyard dog-friendly is a good dog fence. Fences protect your dog from wildlife and neighbors, as well as keeping them safely contained on the property.
If you can’t install a full fence right now, you can install a temporary playpen or dog run that will give your dog room to run around and enjoy the yard, but will also keep them safe.
Dog runs, which are typically large structures but smaller than a traditional fence that runs around the outside of your property, are easy to install and don’t require any construction. You can install them yourself. Shaded runs offer weather protection and are great for climates that get a lot of wet weather.
We Can Help Keep Your Dog Happy And Healthy at Canine College
At Canine College, we know your dog is family and deserves the best. Contact us today at (781) 767-3908 for help with your dog’s training, boarding, or grooming needs.
