DIY Ideas For Dogs
Having a dog (or dog sitting) requires having heaps of dog supplies. A bed, food/ water bowls, toys, grooming supplies, treats, food, collars, leads… the list is endless! If you love your dog as much as we do ours, you probably have more of these items than you can find space for!
We’ve gathered the best DIY ideas for dogs to help you renovate your home in a dog friendly, stylish and original way.
Start at the front door
Are dog leads hogging up all the space on your coat hanger? Or do you just leave them in a pile by the door? Those days are long gone. These adorable lead holders are easy to make and super convenient.
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DIY lead holder design ideas: doggie bum hooks from IKEA. Source
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DIY lead holder design ideas: this one doubles as a poop bag dispenser. Smart! Source
![DIY leash holder: You can even add a treat jar. Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/3cfcd5a1d5dcd02f0d56332e9347811b.jpg)
DIY lead holder: you can even add a treat jar. Source
Bone appetit!
There are plenty of easy ways to make custom feeding stations for your dog and to store their food and treats in practical and cute DIY containers. Check these out:
![DIY dog bowls: Personalize your dog's feeding station! Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/fb96a022b0e3058cc377abb27cc4c3e7-683x1024.jpg)
DIY dog bowls: personalise your dog’s feeding station! Source
![DIY dog bowls: Nicely tucked away. Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/8d74746919a318dd19c82b740929efb3.jpg)
DIY dog bowls: nicely tucked away. Source
![DIY dog storage: Keep dog food in a tin instead of that ugly bag! Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/e118951e9c33595050cd8c6f28b64bf0.jpg)
DIY ideas dog storage: keep dog food in a tin instead of that ugly bag! Source
![DIY dog treat jar: Keep treats in a cute jar. Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/e4d949669deb44c9c12296c4dfccfd85.jpg)
DIY ideas dog treat jar: keep treats in a cute jar. Source
Sleep in style
Let’s face it, dog beds are rarely pretty and tend to take up a lot of room! Thankfully, some clever dog-lovers found ways to make them look so cool that you’ll want to sleep in them yourself.
![DIY dog bed: Keep your dog close to you. Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/DIY-Network-dog-bed.jpg)
DIY dog bed: keep your dog close to you. Source
![DIY dog bed: A good use for a vintage suitcase! Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/c11932e0f474289774cea0a50962b587.jpg)
DIY dog bed: a good use for a vintage suitcase! Source
![Made from a recycled drawer. Genius! Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Old-drawer-pet-bed.jpg)
DIY dog bed: made from a recycled drawer. Genius! Source
![DIY dog bed: Paint an old tire and voila! Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/2e63587c6d7640fe012f049f1d9acb15.jpg)
DIY dog bed: paint an old tire et voilá! Source
![DIY dog bed: Or you could make your dog their own bedroom! Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/41223e5a64c96475e61ff4fb14959230.jpg)
DIY dog bed: or you could make your dog their own bedroom! Source
Keep toys in check
Tired of tripping over dog toys all over the floor? Keep them in a cute toy box instead! Plus, you can teach your dog to put away their toys after playing.
![DIY ideas dog toy box: This toy dispenser is awesome! Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/il_fullxfull.127015819.jpg)
DIY dog toy box: this toy dispenser is awesome! Source
![DIY ideas dog toy box: Made from a recycled wooden crate. Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/fc123fc8d58379d6a2937b43bd8f0d22.jpg)
DIY dog toy box: made from a recycled wooden crate. Source
![DIY ideas dog toy box: A simple basket can do the job. Source](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/2525c0ecfc9b2060afec36d1ace2de85-683x1024.jpg)
DIY dog toy box: a simple linen basket can do the job. Source
Store extra supplies
Finally in this list of dog design DIY ideas – don’t leave all your extra supplies lying around. Not only will you lose things, but if you are keeping grooming products or medicines for your dog, they are dangerous if consumed. Organise it all in an awesome dog area instead.
![DIY ideas dog storage: This works for cat supplies too.](http://blog.dogbuddy.com//wp-content/uploads/2015/08/100939948.jpg.rendition.largest.jpg)
DIY dog storage: this works for cat supplies too. Source
Do you plan on reorganising your pet supplies? Share your dog DIY ideas in the comments below!