By Mashum Mollah
Furry friends turn our lives upside down by bringing home energy, happiness, liveliness, and unconditional love. Every good thing comes with a cost, and pooches are no different.
For those with a mania for cleanliness, pets can be a frustrating addition to their home.
Why? Because of all the fur, odor, and mess. Even our little, feathered companions, such as budgies, cockatoos, macaws, etc., tend to create a lot of mess within and outside there large parrot cages.” However, whether you have the mania or not, we cannot spare too many hours for cleaning; therefore, we seek life hacks.
To make it easier for you, here are some amazing tips for pet owners to keep the house clean and tidy:
1. Invest in Pet-Friendly Couch Fabric
Select wisely a couch fabric that’s washable and requires less maintenance. Most pet owners prefer leather or microfiber. The leather is a durable material with low maintenance costs—yet a little expensive.
You simply have to prevent the pooch from developing the habit of destructive chewing. On the other hand, microfiber is an affordable material and easy-to-clean fabric. The stains are easily removed using some pet-stain removal lifehacks.
If its time consuming still, you can cover up the sofas, chairs, etc. with throws that are easy to wash every week in the machine. Regularly change the bed sheets to avoid allergies. It’s best to leave the pet in his playpen in your absence.
Train him to avoid sitting on sofas, chairs, and other house furniture in your presence. Why don’t you try positive reinforcement here, too?
2. Make All Your Rugs Indoor – Outdoor Rugs
They’ve come a long way since you last saw them in your grandparents’ basement. There are lots of stylish versions out there, and they’re available in a variety of color schemes.
Put a small one in front of each door—sort of like an indoor doormat—to catch any dirt and water your pet may drag in.
I also recommend placing one under the sofa, dining room table, and any other place your pet likes to lounge. These rugs don’t let anything soak in, and they wipe clean with a damp rag. My dogs love reclining on the one in front of the kitchen sink.
3. Get a High-Quality Vacuum Cleaner
Long fur furrends shed lots of hair so there’s a need for regular hair grooming of the puppy. Invest in a high-quality pet hair vacuum cleaner.
You can get a robotic vacuum cleaner that’ll suck pet hair for a set time frame from a particular corner, carpet, etc., where you left it. It’ll save you time to relax and enjoy your facial and head massage.
4. Get Some Latex Gloves
Forget about spending half an hour ripping off layer after layer of your sticky lint brush. Instead, slip on a pair of latex gloves and rub your hands along your sofa, chair, and car interior to get rid of pet hair—it really works!
The fur sticks to the gloves. Afterwards, run your gloved hands under water; the fur will come right off.
5. Regular Baths And Cleanliness
You will have to spend some time giving regular baths to the pets. But, besides the monthly or bimonthly baths, remember to clean the pet’s paws, particularly of the dogs, before he steps inside the home after a walk or play outdoors.
Bath your Fido fortnightly during summers to avoid bad odors around the house. It’s better not to get lazy like most dog owners and get your house stinking with the pet smell.
6. Essential Oil Diffuser For Bad Odor
Did you feel embarrassed when your guests sniffed the pet odor around them? I know, it does! Here’s the way to avoid repeating the mistake:
- If you have been that lazy to bathe your pet regularly or if your pet has a certain odor that never leaves the air in your home, get an essential oil diffuser.
- Essential oils like peppermint, lavender, and jasmine can give your home a sweet scent.
- Keep the windows open during the daytime for cross ventilation.
- Scented candles, air fresheners, and scented cleaners are good investments, too.
- Get a pooper scooper to carefully remove the waste and avoid the odors of the untrained pet.
- Pets can eliminate anywhere in the beginning, so have patience and invest in any of the best picks of UHL pooper scooper.
7. Groom The Pooch Regularly
Pets shed lots of hair, especially cats and dogs. Daily brush the pet’s hair to remove the extra fur, and help the pet feel relaxed by the massage a comb gives.
You can peek into the pet’s fur to locate any allergies, ticks, or fleas he has. Moreover, it’s the best time to strengthen your bond with the pet.
8. Always Have Emergency Cleaner On Hand
Fill a squirt bottle with half water, half white vinegar, and a drop of Dawn dish soap (substitute your favorite if you like—but I’ve tried them all and Dawn is tops).
This pet-safe cleaning agent will work on everything from floors and walls to the brand-new suede sofa you just brought home.
Wrapping Up!
Living with pets doesn’t mean compromising on the cleanliness and comfort of your home. With consistent grooming, strategic cleaning routines, and a little bit of training, you can ensure your living space remains as delightful as the company of your furry family members.
Remember, the key is in finding a balance that works for both you and your pets, creating a harmonious and tidy environment for all.
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