How to Create a Relaxing Sunroom for Your Dog

Ever wondered why your furry best friend seems to love cozying up in the sunniest spot in your home? Dogs instinctively seek sunlight in the same way that humans do. The sunlight warms them up and is a great source of Vitamin D that helps them absorb calcium that keeps their bones strong and healthy.

Sunlight can also improve your dog’s ability to sleep. By regulating your pet’s body temperature, sleeping in the sun helps them fall into a deeper, more quality sleep — which is important for both humans and dogs. Plus, adding in a sunroom in your house can help your dog avoid seasonal affective disorder during the darker winter months.

Vets also recommend that dogs get 20-40 minutes of direct sunlight each day. You can help boost your dog’s ray-catching by adding a sunroom to your home. You can do this by repurposing an existing space in your home or hiring a contractor to add on a sunroom space.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you consider adding a sunroom to your home:

• Calculate costs by considering contractor, floor, and window costs.
• Choose the windows and flooring. Make sure both styles match the rest of the house.
• Insulate the room by closing up all leaks and fully sealing the windows.
• Bring in new furniture to give off the aesthetic you want. This can include beds, sofas, throw pillows, and side tables. Another perk here is that you won’t be limited to the outdoor patio since your sunroom will safely enclose your furniture within the walls of your home.
• Know the cost. Sunrooms can range in cost from $15,000 and $22,000.

As you’re day-dreaming about the sunroom ideas for your home, our friends at Angi Consumer have created five moodboards that suit any personality. Whether you want to create a plant-filled oasis for your furry best friend or a meditative space that you and your dog can relax in together, there’s a mood board for you.