When you are a pet parent, it is acknowledged that you will want to make the house comfortable and safe for both humans and their furry companions. Since the kitchen is rarely the heart of the home, it should serve as an easy coexistence space for both people and pets. That being said, how would you plan a kitchen for pets that ticks all the beautifying boxes, works to your requirements, and allows room for your pets?

At Express Kitchens, we believe that with good design elements and some creativity, the kitchen can become a safe, functional, and fashionable space for the people and pets. Here's how to design a pet-friendly kitchen with comfort, safety, and style.

Cabinet Layout Design Is a Pet-Friendly Layout Design

Cabinet layout design is the main ingredient for a kitchen being pet friendly. One major consideration is accessibility-the pet must not be able to access harmful kitchen supplies like cleaning agents or sharp objects. It is equally important to consider cabinets that allow you to safely store these items.

Consider soft-close cabinets so your pets won't slam them through the higher placement of cabinets for foods or chemicals needing to be kept away from pets. Use pull-out shelves and hidden storage so everything stays neat and out of the reach of inquisitive pets. This will also minimize clutter, making cleaning easier for you.

Custom Pantry Cabinet Ideas

If you love cooking and your pantry is packed with essentials but you also need space for pet food, custom cabinets from Express Kitchens are the perfect solution. These cabinets help keep your pet's food organized and stored away from the public view.

Consider pull-out drawers and bins so that pet food storage lies right in front of your eyes yet cleverly hidden from view of pets. A wall-mounted dish drainer can be an additional handy feature inside the pantry or nearby area that saves useful time in cleaning up after refilling food and water for your furry friend.

Under-Cabinet Spice Storage

Under-cabinet spice storage serves to keep your countertop free while holding your cooking essentials in an organized manner. While you have that pet-friendly layout in place, it also prepares this kind of storage for keeping the spices out of reach from your pets. Pets are curious by nature, and they will try to get to open jars or bags of food left on countertop tops or on lower cabinets.

But with under-cabinet spice storage, it will become an organized and safe space for your spices and small kitchen items. You might want custom pull-out spice racks too, so they fit snugly into your cabinetry, keeping them neat and away from your pets.

White Kitchen Storage Cabinet with Doors

A white kitchen storage cabinet with doors can create all the sleek, modern, and functional vibes for a pet-friendly setup. There are some closed cabinets for keeping pet food, toys, and other miscellaneous pet-related items out of the way-all contributing to a mess-free environment when needed.

A white finish on kitchen cabinets gives that neat and clean feel, always elegant and at the same time warm. Consider installing pull-out trash bins inside these cabinets to ensure the pet cannot get into the trash while keeping your kitchen neat and tidy.

Wall-Mounted Dish Drainer

When it comes to sorting your pet dishes, you can't go wrong with a wall-mounted dish drainer; extra counters need not be sacrificed. It is also good to keep pet dishes off the floor so a dog isn't gonna see an opportunity to knock them over or eat out of them.

A wall-mounted dish drainer places the pet's bowls out of the way yet convenient enough for the owner to fill. Keeping it somewhat hygienic also prevents contamination of the bowl by kitchen messes, whether food or water.

Final Thoughts: Design a Kitchen That Works for Everyone, Including Pets

Designing a pet-friendly kitchen is a risky journey toward a kitchen space that looks good because functionality and safety are wrapped in the same bags of consideration. At Express Kitchens, we hold that with the right cabinet layout design, custom pantry cabinet ideas, and considerate storage solutions, it is quite possible to create the beautiful yet functional kitchen for your entire family, the family that includes your pets. 

A pet-friendly kitchen protects them, keeps the kitchen closet organized, and lets the living space remain trending and functional. Whether it is storage safety, organization for pet items, or a clutter-free kitchen environment, the team at Express Kitchens has the know-how and product solutions to put the kitchen of your dreams into reality.

Are You Ready to Make Your Kitchen Pet-Friendly?

We are ready to assist you in creating a perfect space for both you and your pets. Call us now to schedule a consultation, or browse our online collections of pet-friendly kitchen solutions. We can help you design the kitchen that best suits your lifestyle.