Woman's Smart Solution Takes Dog Crate From An Eyesore To Enviable: 'It's Perfect!'

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There's a major discussion playing out on TikTok about a clever way to take the everyday eyesore of a crate and create a pet space the whole family will love. Many dog owners are realizing they don't have to settle for mismatched blankets draped over the kennel just to give their pup some privacy, warmth, or a darker place to sleep. Instead, there are aesthetically pleasing crate covers that not only look chic but also blend right in with your home's design to uplift it rather than pull it down. Pet parents of all kinds are hailing these tasteful additions as "adorable" and a "fabulous idea," with TikTok creator @rhodestohome describing her Etsy find as "the most perfect kennel cover."

The truth is, while dog crates are one of the best ways to prepare your home for a new pet, they're rarely the prettiest to look at, which is why so many are opting for simple solutions like these fabric covers. With a few upgrades, not only will your pooch be snoozing a little comfier and feeling more secure in their own private pup retreat, but the crate will look so much better in your home and even enhance their privacy. Dog kennel covers come in tons of styles and designs, and are made to accomodate various kennel sizes. Some even offer a roll-up flap for the door, so when it's left open (which most people say they do so their dog can come and go freely), it's not hanging in the way. And when it's bedtime or they need a few minutes to themselves, you just pull it down to close off the space, giving them the quiet they might be seeking.

It's understandable why you would want to disguise your dog's crate, and it's totally possible with a stylish kennel cover. TikToker @rhodestohome solved her dog crate eyesore with a custom pin-striped light blue and cream ruffled kennel cover that fit right in with her interior style. As with many custom creations, you can pick which side you want the roll-up flap on and choose from a wide variety of fabrics. Of course, you could also simplify and save with products like the Midwest Homes Pet Crate Cover (which start under $20), choosing from patterns and colors that work with numerous interior schemes. Whatever you choose, the goal is the same: Find something that helps your dog's crate blend in seamlessly so it looks cozy and intentional.

To ensure the ideal look, consider DIYing a simple cover. Use fabric that matches other accents, like drapes or toss pillows, for a perfect decor complement. Measure the crate's sides and top, and cut a fabric piece that drapes over it, covering the sides and top from front to back. Make each side a couple inches longer than needed so you can hem the edges. Then, cut another fabric piece to cover the kennel door (also oversizing and hemming the edges), and stitch it to the top cover. If sewing isn't up your alley, use HeatnBond Hemming Tape and an iron to hem the ends. To spruce up their doggy pad even more, consider adding a small puppy bed inside and a wood crate topper that suits your room's palette. However you style it, the consensus is this upgrade is an undeniably genius way to keep your home stylish when you have pets!