If you’re anything like us, you’re eager to rush outside to enjoy the improving weather. You’re also torn on whether to go out because the windows that were cold all winter and the rugs leading in from outside are smudgy, coated with pet hair, and needing some attention.
Luckily, there are some simple things you can do to help the situation. By brushing, washing your pets, and having the right tools around, you can clean up and quickly move on to more enjoyable things like the best pet events happening around town.
We’ve got some archived stories below that you’ll want to check out, but you’ll definitely do yourself a favor by reading this guide to removing pet hair from your home from guest contributor, Gemma Tyler.
Among other helpful tips, Gemma says that grooming once per week is important this time of year. Also important is to know how and when your animals shed. If you can do these maintenance tasks, you’ll save some time later.
Also, using the best tools is helpful. And that means using the top-rated products AND the correct ones for your animals.
Read the help we’ve given below and be sure to check out Gemma’s guide above. She even has a quick resource table that takes you straight to the task you’re wanting to complete (i.e. removing hair from the bed).
Happy Spring!
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- Cleaning is imperative, but are you using the right vacuum to suck up all that pet hair?
- Top Dog Tips‘ list of best practices for ridding your home of excess pet hair
- Check out this cool infographic from Ghergich and PetCo