Getting a Pet: Creating Space for Your Furry Friends with Self-Storage

Your New Bestie

They might be furry or bald, scaly or sleek, four-legged or finned – whatever shape or form they take, your pet is your best friend. And it’s good for you too – Ireland’s Pet Report, conducted by Petmania during August 2023, showed that 62% of respondents admitted to seeing a reduction in stress and anxiety levels since getting their pet and almost 20% had gotten a pet to increase their own personal levels of fitness. Whether it’s a loveable Labrador or a Goldfish who’s a good listener, our pets provide companionship, and emotional support and generally bring the love.  

They also bring the stuff. Beds, crates, tanks, bulky food, collars, leashes, saddles, harnesses – not all of which are in constant use but which take up a lot more space than you probably planned when little Buddy the Beagle first mesmerised you with those big puppy eyes or Charlie the Chinchilla peeped out from under the straw in the pet shop.

The solution, of course, is self storage which will allow you to remove unnecessary items from your home which will not only create a clean and organised environment for the humans who live there, but tons of space for your pets to roam freely, from Tibbles the Tabby to Taylor the Tarantula. (Maybe give arachnophobic visitors a heads up about this one, though?).

Roomin’ with the Humans

That crate and bed were ideal for Joey when he first arrived and he was a little ball of fluff no bigger than your hand. A year on, however, and Joey has decided that your bed is much more suitable for his needs now that he’s the size of a small pony. And what if Joey gets a little friend in the future? Can we keep it?!

What about that great deal you spotted on food or bedding that you just had to grab? There’s only so much Trill you can fit in the cupboard under the stairs, unfortunately.

Even with the best of intentions toward keeping our homes decluttered, pets have needs, and we want to do the best for them. By using self storage for your pets’ needs, you can have the best of both worlds. What’s that, Tiger? You’d like a five foot cat tree? Why, wait there – I have just the thing in the storage unit!

What A Pet Wants

Different pets have different requirements. Crates for carrying, tanks to swim in or different sized beds/leads and harnesses for different stages in their growth, for example. As a pet lover, you’ll want the absolute best for your much-loved animal so you’re sure to be ready to cater to all their changing needs. Keeping everything your pet needs – from beds to bowls, shampoo to toys – in your self-storage unit will ensure that you’re ready for action any time your best friend needs something. 

Safe and Sound

Having a pet is not going to be – wait for it – cheep. (Sorry). On top of standard vet bills for things like vaccinations, chipping, regular healthcare like worming and flea treatments, pet insurance etc. there’s gear that you’ve got to fork out for – tanks, crates, bedding – it all adds up. It’s prudent then to make sure that any of this equipment that you’re not using, is kept safe and secure. Self storage ensures that no one will be able to access your pet’s precious belongings except you – and your pet, of course. 

Season of the sticks … and the crates … and the cute costumes …

Many pets have differing requirements throughout the year – winter coats vs summer toys, warm vs cool bedding. Keep them from cluttering up your home when they’re not in use by stashing them safely in a storage unit where you can access them easily and quickly should you find yourself with an unexpectedly cool cat or hot dog.

Incredible Journeys

Experiencing the world with your best friend by your side makes for incredible memories which will last forever. Make travelling with your pet that bit easier by ensuring you’ve got the right gear – travel crates, pet-friendly backpacks, portable food and drink dispensers, for example. And in your downtime between epic voyages, you can safely store all your travel kit together, ready to em- bark (sorry again) on your next adventure!

A New Fur-ever Home

Moving house? Renovating? Life events can be as stressful for your animal companions as they are for you. Minimise the hassle by making full use of your self-storage unit for your pet’s bits and bobs. Prevent them getting damaged or lost by putting them safely away until you need them again. 

Four Legs Good …

Of course you don’t necessarily have to own an animal to love animals. Fostering a pet is a wonderful way to contribute to the happiness and well being of an animal as they search for a family to love them forever – and a very fulfilling thing to do. Other animal lovers might set up as dog walkers, or even provide a pet sitting or grooming service – all of which may require equipment. Instead of taking up space at home, why not keep all of these additional leads, bedding, brushes and combs, pamper products etc. safely locked away in a self-storage unit, leaving you plenty of space at home for yourself and your animal charges. 

 Warm hearts, waggy tails – can’t lose

Self-storage is a wonderful resource to make sure that you and your pet have everything you need without being overwhelmed in your own home, making it easier to love and cherish your chosen companion for life. 

Unlock the freedom of extra space. Get in touch with Storage World today or get a quote online.