Storing Pet Supplies in Your Apartment

Living with a pet in an apartment means making space in your heart and your home. Toys, treats, leashes and other items may take over your apartment, especially if you have limited space. Having a designated storage space for pet supplies allows you to declutter your apartment so you and your furry friend can live in harmony.

Assess Your Space and Pet’s Needs

Review your apartment layout to identify high-traffic areas and keep pet stuff out of the way. Tripping and knocking over pet supplies and cleaning up messes can be frustrating. Create zones based on your pet’s needs when deciding where to put their food, toys and accessories.
For example:

  • Keep leashes, harnesses and poop bags by your front door.
  • Store grooming and bathing necessities in a bathroom closet or cabinet.
  • Place food, bowls and dishes in your kitchen or pantry.

Consider where your pet hangs out and organize their belongings around those spots. If they like curling up in a corner of your living room, keep their bed and favorite toys in a basket nearby so they can reach them.

Try Smart Storage Solutions

Storing pet supplies in your apartment doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style. Use multi-purpose furniture like ottomans and storage benches to keep your animal’s items neatly tucked away. A trunk could double as a coffee table, allowing you to keep your dog or cat’s toys out of sight.

If you’re short on floor space, try over-door organizers and floating shelves. Use hooks and pegs to hang leashes, mount shelves to hold food and treats and hang cubbies for plush toys, bones and balls. Before installing anything, consult your property management team to verify you won’t break any lease terms.

Prioritizing your pet’s items lets you optimize available space. Keep belongings that are used daily in easily accessible bins or baskets. Extra supplies like medication, accessories, clothing and unused toys can go in a closet or organizer under your bed to keep them out of the way.

Categorize and Label Pet Supplies

Putting food and treats into dedicated organizers can help you save space that may otherwise be taken up by their original bags and boxes. Grouping similar items allows you to streamline storage and reduce clutter. Labeling containers makes it easier to find specifics like medication or supplements. Stack labeled bins to maximize space and identify supplies quickly.

Secure Food and Treats

Establishing a feeding station keeps your animal’s food out of the way. Food bags may be cumbersome, especially if you buy in bulk for a large animal or multiple pets. Putting pet food in plastic bins optimizes available space and secures food, preventing your pet from snacking outside of mealtimes. It’s also an effective way to keep pests like mice or bugs from getting into the food. Place bins in a cabinet, closet or pantry for an added layer of security.

Keep Storage Clean

Plastic bins are easy to clean and disinfect, preventing odors and pest infestations. Moisture and dirt on toys and food can harbor bacteria, promoting mold growth that could be dangerous to your pet’s health. Cleaning regularly limits the accumulation of dust and dander and prevents guest discomfort if they have pet allergies. Keeping containers, shelves and organizers fresh supports your apartment’s aesthetic appeal, too.

Pet-Friendly Apartments in Columbus, Ohio

Living with a pet in an apartment can be a rewarding experience, so it’s important to find a home to suit your and your pet’s needs. Ardent Communities has pet-friendly single and multi-bedroom apartments that offer plenty of space and storage to accommodate your belongings. View our living communities and schedule a tour.

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