DIY Projects for Your Pets Using PVC



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Pets are much beloved members of the family, and as members of the family, our canine and feline companions deserve the best. The best includes a soft place to lay their heads, toys to play with, and trees to climb. PVC is an excellent choice to make pet-friendly projects with because it’s durable, long lasting, and inexpensive. Keep reading to see some of our favorite projects for the furry members of our family.

Sleep Well with an Elevated Dog Bed

Dogs are often considered an additional member of the family, and just like with other family members, they deserve their own place to sleep. This elevated dog bed gives them just that!

Not only does this PVC dog bed give your pup a cozy spot to snooze, it also acts as the perfect destination for a “place” command. What’s even better? If you pick outdoor fabric to make the bed with, you can use the bed indoors or outdoors. Find out how to use PVC to make a dog bed here.

Leap for Joy with PVC Agility Jumps

Dogs are full of energy, and when running around the backyard doesn’t stave off that energy, it’s time to upgrade your yard. That’s where agility jumps come in. By giving your dogs extra obstacles to work around in the yard, you are not only building up their muscle but giving them something to help tire them out. The best part is that these agility jumps don’t have to be staked into the ground, leaving your yard in great condition. Check out the full set of instructions to make your own agility jump here.

Play ‘til You Drop with a PVC Puppy Play Gym

Puppies are without question adorable, and oh-so-fun to play with but their energy levels can often exceed our own. Give your puppy something else to play with, with their very own puppy play gym! All you need to make this simple and adorable puppy play gym is 1” PVC pipe, 3-way tees, some plastic chains and dog toys. Find the full instructions here.

Climb Around with This PVC Cat Tree

Cats are the picture of innocence until they drag their claws through the couch. This is where a cat tree can help. Cat trees give our purrfect friends a place to stretch, sharpen their claws, and then perch so they can observe their kingdom from high above it all. While cat trees give cats all of this, they can be very expensive. So instead of going out and spending hundreds of dollars on a cat tree make your own using PVC!

The best part about making your own cat tree is that you can customize it to include all your cat’s favorite things. Build them a tunnel to crawl through, or make a hammock for them to relax in. The options truly are endless.

Two things you’ll need for sure are PVC pipe (we recommend 2” PVC pipe) and twine to wrap the pipe in so your cat can scratch to its hearts content. After that, it’s all up to you. Using a variety of fittings like tees, 4-way elbows, 90° elbows and more, you can design your cat tree to fit your exact specifications.

Enjoy the Sights with a PVC Bird Perch

Ornithology is a hobby for many people worldwide. But if you’re someone who enjoys watching birds but doesn’t have any trees nearby, your options can be limited. Help bring the birds to you with a backyard PVC bird perch. With some ½” PVC pipe and a few tees and elbows you can create your own simple bird perch for your backyard. Check out how to build your bird perch here.

Pamper Your Pets with PVC

Our furry family members deserve only the best, and the best doesn’t always have to break the bank. Upgrade your pet’s life by giving them new toys to play with or a place to relax. Using PVC to make these pet projects ensure that they’ll withstand anything your pet can throw at them.