Struggling with pet hair and odor indoors? If so, you are in the right place! Pets are sure to brighten the days of many, but like everything else in life, there are some downsides. When we are talking about our furry friends, such as cats and dogs, pet hair and odor removal can be a big problem. If you don’t know how to address it, that is!
According to research done by Forbes Advisor, cleaning up after your dog (the most popular pet choice in the country) was identified as the biggest challenge associated with pet ownership (27%). That result is understandable. Between dirty paws, mishaps when it’s time for them to use their own “bathroom, and the constant need to worry about pet hair and odor removal, cleaning with pets can be quite the challenge!
When it’s time to address the problem, properly dealing with pet hair and odor removal
Despite the need all time need for regular cleanings, right now we have another stressor to make us worry about pet hair and odor removal: the holidays! With Thanksgiving around the corner, it’s more than time to address the elephant in the room and get some deep cleaning done.
The good news is, pet hair removal and odor removal (and overall cleaning) can be a perfectly manageable task if you know how to tackle it. And that’s why we are here today! Without further ado, here’s a list of 7 things to do when cleaning with pets, pet hair and odor removal edition!
1. Brush your furry friend regularly
Starting strong, let’s address the problem at its origin! It doesn’t matter if you own cats, dogs, bunnies, or hamsters: if it has hair, it will lose some of it naturally. That’s why grooming your pets regularly will help you to control the hair loss in a way that prevents it from spreading all over your home.
Take some time every day to check on your buddy to groom them. Dedicating that time is probably not a challenge for any pet owner here in Colorado, knowing that our state was pointed out as the state with the most dedicated dog owners!
2. Create a proper indoor airflow
When your house doesn’t have a proper airflow, any smell will become more latent. Therefore, one of the first steps for odor removal when cleaning after your pets is trying to fix your airflow. For that, you need to:
- Open your windows and doors regularly for cross-ventilation and use fans as well to circulate air, especially if your house isn’t very ventilated.
- Keep vents clear of furniture and obstructions.
- Use exhaust fans in kitchens and bathrooms to push stale air outside.
- Always make sure that your HVAC system is well-maintained by cleaning vents and changing filters regularly.
3. Vacuum every day
A key part of hair removal is vacuuming. After all, you won’t be able to catch everything when grooming your pet. This is when vacuuming comes on! Try to build the practice of doing it every day to prevent the situation from escalating too much.
Even if it’s just 10 minutes that you go around your home’s main areas, that small action will already have a big impact.
4. Deodorize your upholstery
Your upholstery and your carpet are one of the main things to retain odor, especially if your pets spend most of their time indoors. That means you will need to show this area some extra attention for odor removal. For that, you can use a simple product that is probably already in your kitchen: baking soda.
Baking soda is a natural deodoriser and your best friend when it comes to odor removal! It can be quite an effective way to neutralise smells without using harsh chemicals. To use it, sprinkle baking soda over your sofa, focusing on areas that your pet spends most of their time on – aka, the areas with the strongest odours. Leave it for at least 30 minutes (or even overnight) and vacuum afterwards.
If your pet sleeps with you, do the same thing for your mattress as frequently as you may need. If the problem persists, maybe it’s time to call in the professionals to help you out.
5. Clean their toilet spaces every day
Your dog’s newspaper corner? Gotta take care of that every day. Your cat’s sandbox? Needs daily cleaning. Doing this simple thing will already help a lot when it comes to controlling odors. If you live in a house or in an apartment with a balcony, consider placing your pet’s bathroom in the open so that the air flow can help dissipate odors.
6. Use washable beddings for your pets
Another tip to make your life easier with pet hair and odor removal is choosing washable bedding for your pets. Extra points if they can go into the washing machine! Just don’t forget to vacuum to work on the pet hair removal first, so that you don’t end up with too much fur on your machine. For that, you can vacuum the bedding first or try to manually remove some of the hair with a lint roller.
7. Clean your house weekly and deep clean when needed
Regular cleaning is a need for every household, but it’s an even stronger one when it comes to pet owners! Our beloved animals can create specific cleaning needs for our homes and increase the need for recurring cleanings if they are mostly indoors.
That doesn’t need to give you a headache, though! With cleaning services such as the ones we offer, you can clean after your pets without having to do any of the hard work!
Getting the help you need when cleaning with pets
Here at Vetter Cleaning, we offer 3 schedules for recurring cleanings: weekly (the most indicated for pet owners), biweekly, and monthly.
In those packages, we offer a detailed cleaning of all the rooms of your home, including oven cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, or hand washing the baseboards if you so wish to add those. Click here to learn more about what we cover.
Now, when it’s time for a deep cleaning, you can also count on us! Our deep cleaning services are ideal for those who are preparing the house for the holidays, looking for a seasonal cleaning, or just in need of a more profound cleaning session after a long time without one.
We also offer move-in & move-out cleanings to support you in the new chapters of your life, and disinfecting and fogging packages for when you need to ensure your space is fully virus-free and bacteria-free.
Let’s Keep the Conversation Going!
Thank you for reaching this far! Now tell us, have you battled mold in your home? What tips worked for you? Do you have a question we perhaps didn’t cover? Share your stories and concerns in the comment section, and let’s help each other keep our homes safe and mold-free!
Written by
Vetter Cleaning & Maintenance Team.
About the company
Vetter Cleaning is a professional cleaning service located in Colorado Springs, CO. They offer a variety of cleaning services to meet most residential cleaning needs, including recurring maid services, deep house cleaning services, and move-in/out cleaning services.
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