Explore Lowe's PETio Blueprints

You might remember the #catio trend, which boasts thousands of posts online, but why should those furballs get to have all the fun? Now, Lowe’s is giving all pet owners access to designs, products and project tutorials to create custom outdoor living spaces designed for any sized home.

“Pets are no longer just part of the family—they’re a key consideration in the design plan for a home,” said Melissa Handy, SVP and General Merchandise Manager at Lowe’s. “With our new PETio projects, we’re giving pet parents the inspiration and tools to turn their backyard into a lifestyle.” See below for our three blueprint types to find the best fit for your outdoor space and shop the best outdoor pet picks at Lowe's.

Transform even the tiniest of balconies into a place you and your dog can enjoy. This blueprint brings smart, space-saving solutions to city living—an ideal small dog patio setup where they can lounge, sniff, and head up the neighborhood watch.

Every balcony pet area needs bit of artificial turf to recreate that feeling of grass underfoot without the mess. Don’t forget a comfy spot for you to sit, plenty of pet-friendly plants to make you forget you’re in the city and compact play areas. This city dog setup allows you and pet to relax in a sky-high, pint-sized oasis.

Best for: Small dogs, cats, or apartment pets who crave outdoor time.

Top features: Artificial grass, vertical space, collapsible shade, compact beds.

Suburban life means room to play—and plenty of dog-friendly outdoor space. Designed for fenced-in yards or modest-sized outdoor areas, the Fence Charming PETio lets you enjoy the great outdoors while bonding with your pet. This blueprint offers something for everyone: a cozy shaded zone for human relaxation, a luxe oversized dog house, an all-weather pet bed and spot for your pup to cool off.

A smart tip? For dog-friendly fenced-in yards, use bushes and trees to hide the fence panels. Pets get a safe space to roam and play but all you see is a pretty natural barrier that offers privacy for humans too.

Best for: Mid-size dogs or multi-pet households in the ‘burbs.

Top features: Shade sails, weatherproof beds, water bowls, an outdoor bath area, toy zone.

Big yard? Big energy. This setup was designed for high-energy pets —and their humans— with room to roam. We’re talking about farmhouse acreage or a sprawling backyard, the Big Yard Energy PETio blends function with freedom. When you have this much room, create zones based on how you want to use each space. Carve out a place for relaxation, play and even grazing chickens.

From a comfortable lounge area to a place for Spot to dig consequence free, this blueprint is perfect for pets (and pet parents) who run hard, relax harder, and need their own corner of the yard to call home.

Best for: Large dogs or multi-pet homes with outdoor room to spare.

Top features: Chicken coop, patio setup, pet door, water feature.