Many US homes are simply incomplete without the addition of a dog, but while they make wonderful pets and help to make our lives and our homes complete, they can make it dirty, too. However, with these tips, your furry best friend need not ruin your home, leaving you free to enjoy your relationship with your dog without the stress of dirt and grime:
Regular grooming
Brushing your dog frequently can help to limit the amount of fur and dander that falls onto your floors and furniture, and if your pet has long fur or sheds often, then grooming them every day may be necessary.
Put a sheet or towel over your dog’s bed
Your dog won’t mind sleeping on a sheet or towel placed on top of their bed, and when you do this, it means that you can take the sheet outside and give it a good shake to help get rid of excess hair and dirt that might otherwise end up on your floors.
Get an electrostatic mop
These work wonders for mopping up dust, dirt, and debris that your dog might bring inside.
Have a lint roller on hand
Dark clothes will be the first to show up pet hairs, and if you’re heading out of the house, the last thing you want to be seen in are clothes covered in your dog’s fur. Have a lint roller handy for eliminating such hair and dander before you leave the house.
Keep your pet off the furniture
This is the most effective way of ensuring that your furniture remains clean and free of fur, but if you must have your dog share your furniture, then leave a blanket, sheet or towel over one section of it and try to encourage your pet to lie there rather than wherever they choose.
Keep a towel near your entrances
Having a towel especially for your pet kept next to every entrance/exit means that you can wipe their paws before they come into the home. This is essential in damp or snowy conditions, otherwise, you’ll have a trail of dirty paw prints going through your home.
Give your pet regular baths
While some pets hate getting a bath, many enjoy it, and it can be a fun thing to get the kids involved with. Regular bathing helps to keep your pet clean, smelling fresh and cuts down on the amount of hair that they will shed in your home.
So, there you have it, Fido doesn’t have to make your home dirty and smell unclean. If you have multiple pets and are struggling to keep your home clean, however, it might be best to seek professional help from a cleaning company; that way you never have to worry about dirt and grime building up from your beloved pets.
