Pets Need Space Too CREATE A PET-FRIENDLY AREA IN YOUR HOME
In your home, you probably have bedrooms for each family member as well as a family or living room for the entire clan to congregate on a daily basis. But where do your pets normally hang out? Do they go where the family is, or do they have their own space? Just like us, our pets need a place where they feel safe, protected, and relaxed. If you are looking to add a furry family member to your abode or simply change up the flow of your house, try adding a space for your pet. Before you even enter the design phase, though, keep in mind how social your pet is before making a decision. If your pet loves being around people, consider making their space part of the family room instead of in a separate room. Once you have decided on where you want your pet-friendly space to be, make sure you have the right items. Possibly most importantly is a bed for your pet to rest. If you are designing a room for a dog, try to pick a bed you know they will like and feel safe and secure. Add extra blankets for comfort. If you are picking a bed for a cat, choose something comfortable that offers a level of protection. Make sure the bed does not clash with the other design elements of the room. Now that you have found the perfect bed, invest in a few other items to take the space to the next level. Any additional beds, rugs, and blankets you buy should be easily washable; you can keep the area clean and hygienic. Animals have accidents so try not to invest in an expensive rug for the area. Also, make sure to include toys, and if you are designing for a cat, remember a climbing tower.
ANGE YOUR LIFE uring Music in May!
to music can reduce anxiety, blood pressure, and pain as well as improve sleep quality, mood, mental alertness, and memory. Music is a brain research tool. Our relationship with music may change in the future. If you have ever heard of neuroplasticity, you may know that our brain’s chemical pathways can be very powerful — and they are not always permanent. Rather, our brain is highly adaptable, which is why many researchers have taken an interest in music. As the Harvard study explains, music making is found to be a great way to explore the benefits of neuroplasticity for neurological and/or developmental disorders as well as normal aging. Make live music your getaway. Music is healthy for your brain and can be healthy for your soul, too. It can make us laugh, cry, shout, dance. Listening to amazing music can feel liberating and nostalgic, or even create a new memory for you and your kids. And while listening to music is great at any time of the day, we know about a free local concert series we think you would really like.
Pets play a huge role in our lives and are incredibly important to our families. Giving them a clean and comfortable space in the house will enhance their well-being. If you create the space based on your pet’s needs and wants, they will truly be your bestest friend.
Each year, our Anthem community hosts an event called Music in May in the Community Park Amphitheater. The outdoor concerts are held every Friday evening in May from 7–9 p.m. This is a family-friendly event, so grab a blanket, bring a picnic dinner, and enjoy the diverse sounds of local Arizona bands underneath the Anthem sky. The event is open to the public with free admission and parking. Food trucks are on site the first week, and ice cream trucks are on site the remaining weeks of the concert series.
Give us a call for schedule details and let us know if you plan to attend! We would love to connect with you at the park!
–Dennis & Lisa Jones
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