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Space to create a cozy resting spot for the pet will be appreci- ated, as well. The animal's size dictates the foor space needed. • Round beds, for example, are available in 25", 36", 44" and 52" diameters to accommodate dogs weighing less than 25 lbs., all the way up those that are 90+ lbs. in weight. • Rectangular dog couches take even more room. ~ A small 25" x 20" couch for pets under 25 lbs. ~ A medium sized 36" x 28" dog couch for a 25 to 60 lb. pet. ~ A large 44" x 34" dog couch for a 60 to 90 lb. dog. ~ An extra large 52" x 42" dog couch for a 90+ lb. pet. There may be a second spot requested for a dog's personal sleeping area! Many pet owners (particularly those with smaller dogs) will build in a permanent pet bed, either in a drawer or alcove, or create a little cushioned window seat for them so they can be "part of the family" without being underfoot. A PET CRATE OR CARRIER Most dog owners will use a crate for their dog, at least initially in the training period, and many will keep the crate, since dogs like to have a private space or "den" that they can call their own. There are a number of furniture-style crates on the market today that really look like furniture – some are gorgeous carved wood designs, and many look like and double as end tables (since no one wants a big crate sitting in their Great Room). These unique furniture-style crates vary greatly in size. Knowing standard dog crate and carrier sizes will assist the design professional during the initial planning stage. • 20" L x 30" W x 15" H for a small pet. • 36" L x 23" W x 27" H for a medium pet. • 42" L x 30" W x 32" H for a large pet • 56" L x 39" W x 48" H for an extra large pet. You also want to consider the atmosphere. All special areas used by two- or four-legged family members – that playpen or the dog couch – should be planned a safe and comfortable distance from air conditioning or heating ducts, out of direct sunlight throughout the day. If you live in an extremely cold climate, add- ing heat below a tile or wood foor in the entire kitchen will be an added advantage for the pet's napping pillow, as well as make bare feet more comfortable for the people using the space. Or, plan an electrical outlet at foor level in the pet's area so the client can in- clude a heated mat underneath or incorporate into the dog's bed. A New Jersey showroom includes an example of a pet's lounging area tucked underneath a peninsula cabinet. Designed by Peter Salerno, CMKBD, Peter Salerno, Inc., Wyckof, NJ, www.petersalernoinc.com. Photography by Peter Rymwid, Peter Rymwid Photography, Wayne, NJ, www.peterrymwid.com In another showroom near Philadelphia, a cozy spot for a small pet is positioned underneath a custom banquette in a kitchen display. Designed by Ellen Cheever, CMKBD, ASID, CAPS, Ellen Cheever & Associates, Wilmington, DE, www.ellencheever.com, for Tague Lumber, Inc., Philadelphia, PA, www.taguelumber.com A design frm in the Washington, D.C. area created a wonderful pet center just of the kitchen. The dogs' beds are placed apartment style — two foors! The pantry has been raised, allowing for a pull-out drawerhead to conceal their pets' food bowls, or provide a third spot for a smaller family pet to relax! Designed/Built by Four Brothers LLC, Washington, DC, www.fourbrotherscarpentry.com . Photo: Hadley Photography, Fairfax, VA, www.greghadley photography.com January 2016 • KitchenBathDesign.com 63 DESIGNER'S NOTEBOOK