When you’re working from home in your apartment at Elements, you’re likely focused on getting your work done as efficiently as possible, but when you have other people and pets in your home, distractions may be unavoidable. At Elements at Prairie Center, our focus is on helping our residents enjoy their apartment life in the center of beautiful Brighton, where you can enjoy the beauty of Colorado while also being close to all the amenities of Denver! Whether you’re working from home full-time or you have a hybrid schedule, getting work done when you have your furry friends nearby can take some planning and preparation. Here are our top tips on working from home in your apartment with pets in your home!

Take Breaks

Taking breaks is a key part of ensuring that you don’t burn out, and it’s doubly important when you have furry friends relying on you for attention, exercise, and food. Whether you’re taking a quick break to get up and get water and snacks for both you and your cat or you’re taking a longer break to take your dog for a walk around the block, breaks are a great way to relax your eyes after staring at a screen for hours, get your body moving, and get some much needed love and affection from your furry family members.

Provide Structure

Whether you have a dog or a cat at home with you while you work, having a structured workday will help everyone feel more comfortable and confident because you always know what’s coming next. Whether it’s starting each day’s lunch hour with a quick walk or taking a break to play with your cat at the same time every afternoon, providing your pet with structure will help them stay happy and comfortable throughout the workday, allowing you more time to focus on the work you need to complete. In addition, it will also allow you more confidence in your workday because you know what to expect on any given day.

Enjoy Mealtimes Together

One of the best ways to ensure that both you and your pet are enjoying the workdays at home is to enjoy mealtimes together! As part of setting up a schedule, you can get your cat or dog used to eating a morning meal while you’re eating breakfast, either before you start your workday or as part of a morning break. If your pet eats more than two meals a day, they might enjoy eating a second meal while you’re on your lunch break, or they can enjoy eating as part of the after-work schedule. Just make sure to be consistent in your meal times, or else your pet might get antsy and disruptive while you’re working or trying to focus.

Plan Ahead When Possible

Of course, if you know that you’re going to be in a long meeting that will prevent you from paying attention to your pet or if you know that you’ll need to go into the office on a specific day, preparing ahead of time can make a huge difference for both you and your pet. If your dog is used to having you at home all day, they may enjoy a short day’s stay at a doggie daycare. Otherwise, planning ahead for potty breaks and meal times can help to keep your pet feeling comfortable, even when you’re not at home with them all day long.

Working from home is a great way to ensure that you’re not only comfortable while you complete your work, but also to enjoy your days with your pets! Check availability for our apartments online today to get started with your application!

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