Keep Your Pets Calm and Cozy While You are Away
Pets can experience anxiety when left alone in a dark, silent house. By setting up smart routines, you can automate your home’s lighting, temperature, and audio systems to create a soothing environment for your dogs and cats when you leave the house. Here is how.
The “Home Alone” Routine
Create a routine triggered when your smart lock enters “Away” mode or your phone GPS leaves your neighborhood:
- Lighting: Keep the living room lights at a warm 20% brightness so the house isn’t pitch black if you stay out late.
- Audio: Play classical music or soft white noise on your smart speakers to drown out outdoor traffic and construction sounds that trigger barking.
- Climate: Ensure your smart thermostat does not enter extreme eco-saving modes. Keep temperatures between 68°F and 76°F for pet safety.
