As much as we want our pets to feel comfortable and happy in our homes, there's no denying that they can drag some questionable things around the house, be it toys, food and general messiness.
So, while an aesthetically pleasing and tidy home contributes to the feel good factor, less stress and general enjoyment, where's the compromise with pets in the mix?
We scoured the net for ten of our favourite pet-related accessories, so smart in design that you'll be dealing with less mess AND turn your interiors scheme up a notch.
Pay homage to your pet through art and follow this simple Warhol-inspired project over on A Beautiful Mess. Marilyn, eat your heart out!
Go bold with these brass bowls from M3LD – we love the varying heights that accommodate pets of all breeds and sizes.
Keep your pooch's treats fresh - and safe, thanks to dogs not having opposable thumbs, with this stitch bone jar from Mungo & Midge.
Warn guests of your busy pet-filled household with this cute doormat from The Cheeky Doormat over on Etsy.
The American start-up taking the sleeping world by storm has ventured in to mattresses for pets. Sadly, this bed by Casper isn't available to us, just yet, but you can keep up-to-date, here.
Homeware you can both enjoy – put your feet up while your cat has a snooze in this knitted pod from Curver.
Made from durable steel and perfect for combatting the Irish elements, Japanese company, Bad Marlon go minimalistic with OSHU – a dog house it wouldn't actually be so bad to be in, we reckon! "Bad Marlon hopes that our pets will experience the sunrise and nightfall just as humans do. We hope for warmth and comfort to embrace our pets," say the company.
Mr. Dog New York had us with its cool, contemporary branding. But check out their long-lasting earthenware bowls – they're even designed in such a way that less food lands on the floor when your pet's wolfing down dinner. Also available in marble – some may say basic, we say on trend!
These accessories had the dog lovers in our office literally yelp with excitement – friendship bracelets and collars to share with your mutt. Find them, right here for €32.
When modern furniture design and kitty pads combine you get the Meyou Paris luxury cat bed. The canopy is 100% wool and the raised height lets your pet keep a sharp eye on what's going on in their home. Available from Woo Design for €299.
So, there you have it, our list of favourite pet-related accessories. Do you have some to share with us? We'd love to see, so let us know over on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram!
