Typically, when your pet sees you pulling out their carrier for going outside, it is an immediately anxiety-provoking situation for the furry companion who, without a doubt, harbors a suspicion that you are taking them to the pet hospital—a place that is usually associated with discomfort or pain. This anxiety persists on the way to the pet hospital, as well as in the waiting room. There isn't much one can do to calm their pet down in these situations
Thoughtful of these situations and the experience of pets, emerging designer and MFA student Melany McGillvray developed a pet hospital interior that will alleviate some anxiety. The concept begins with separated areas for cats and dogs. McGillvray has designed the space to incorporate grass elements and a walkway, encouraging pets to be taken out of their carriers to play and socialize in the waiting rooms.
Image Credit: Melany McGillvray
What's Driving This Trend
- Anxiety-alleviating Pet Hospitals
- Pet hospitals are being designed with calming elements to reduce anxiety in pets and improve their overall experience.
- Separate Waiting Areas for Cats and Dogs
- Pet hospitals are incorporating separate waiting areas for cats and dogs in order to improve the overall comfort of all pets.
- Encouraging Socialization and Playtime
- Pet hospitals are incorporating grass elements and walkways to encourage pets to leave their carriers and socialize with one another, reducing anxiety and improving their experience.
Who This Affects Most
- Pet Care
- The pet care industry can incorporate these calming elements and separate waiting areas in their existing hospitals to improve the overall experience for pets and their owners.
- Interior Design
- Interior designers can specialize in designing calming and pet-friendly spaces within pet hospitals, ensuring that pets are more at ease during their visits.
- Architecture
- Architects can specialize in designing pet hospitals that incorporate elements of nature and encourage socialization among pets, improving the overall experience and reducing anxiety for pets and their owners.
