Feng Shui & Pets - April 2009 Newsletter

People often ask me if pets are good for the Feng Shui of a space. In my opinion, pets are the best fire energy and add balance to any environment. In Feng Shui, there are five elements that need to be represented in a space – wood, fire, earth, metal and water. Pets, with all their excitement, vigor and movement represent the FIRE element. Their unconditional love surpasses most any thing. Plus, pets keep us healthy. They help one’s heart rate stay down, their need for exercise keeps us moving and their companionship extends the longevity of our lives.

I have two dogs (golden and a boxer) and they definitely keep the energy bustling in my house and help me stay on track in my life. Funny story though… back in 2002, when I first took my Feng Shui practitioner training in San Diego, I returned home to my apartment in Atlanta and discovered that my Love and Relationship corner was anchored with a photo of my dog, Sadie Sunshine, and her dog bed!  No wonder I hadn’t had a date during that time period! I quickly moved those items to other places in my house.

In Feng Shui, we honor everyone living in the space, including pets. It’s important that everyone – even the pets – has his or her own space. For our pets, we need to ensure they have their own bed, crate (if necessary) and food/water area. A fenced in yard is a lovely amenity, when possible.

Ok, so now on to the question I know you all want the answer to. Is it ok for the dog to sleep in the bed? And, here’s the answer: It’s really a personal decision. Just keep in mind that your bedroom is your sacred space for love and romance. If there is enough room for you, your spouse and Fido to all sleep as a pack, then it’s all good. Just pay attention to the dynamics. How much space does the dog take up? Do you and your spouse have enough room for comfortable sleeping?

Is one area of the Bagua better for pets? Where do you keep the litter box? Here are a few DO’s and DON’Ts:
 
DO: The Helpful People Gua is a good place to store pet related items. The best place for the litter box is anywhere it’s concealed – behind a door or screen; keep it on the floor of a closet with the door ajar so the cat can get in and out without it being in the main area of the house.

DON’T: Don’t keep litter box in the bedroom, kitchen, or in the Health Gua (Center of the house) or Prosperity Gua (far left corner of the house).

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