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Cleaning tips for pet owners
Having a dog or cat in the household calls for more vigilant cleaning, particularly if there are family members who suffer from asthma or allergies.
- Vacuum regularly. If your pet sheds heavily, or if a family member is highly allergic, you may need to vacuum as often as once a day.
- Use an upright vacuum or a canister style with a power nozzle. They pick up two to six times as much dust from a rug as canisters without a power nozzle.
- A synthetic carpet with a stain-resistant finish is a better choice than one with wool or cotton fibers.
- If your pet has a favorite chair or corner of the sofa, cover the chair/sofa with a washable blanket or throw. Launder the blanket/throw frequently. Have multiple covers so that one is available while the other is in the wash.
- Use a fabric refresher to keep your sofa or loveseat smelling fresh after Fido leaves the room.
- A comfy pet bed may help cut down on "pet napping" on the furniture.
- Declare some areas off-limits to your pet – particularly the bedrooms of those who suffer from allergies or asthma.
- Brush your cat or dog frequently. If possible, do it outside, away from those with allergies. When you're finished, wash your hands with soap and warm water.
Store cleaning products in a locked cabinet or out of reach of curious pets, cautions Nancy Bock, Vice President of Education at The Soap and Detergent Association. Don't leave any type of cleaning liquid out where pets might be tempted to take a drink. As a kindness to your pet, send him to another part of the house while you're cleaning. Not only is it safer, but the activity and the noise of the vacuum can upset your best friend.
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