Keeping a clean home with dogs around can be tough… but not impossible! Check out our 7 simple tips for keeping a clean home with dogs below – you can thank us later! 😉
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It might seem obvious, but bathing and grooming your dog regularly (and as needed) goes a long way to keeping a clean home with dogs. Not only do they smell much nicer they’ll also drop less fur. Don’t forget to wipe their paws and give their coats a rub-down each time they come inside too, as this will help reduce the amount of dirt and debris that inevitably gets tracked inside.
If budget permits, consider setting up a mini dog cleaning station at your back door (or whichever door your dog uses most), this will help to intercept dirt and debris before it makes its way inside.
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Be sure to keep up to date with your dog’s preventative flea and parasite treatments too as preventing an infestation in your home is always much easier than trying to get rid of one!
Leading on from point number 1, investing in the right grooming tools for your dog’s coat-type is key to minimizing the the fur ‘tumble-weeds’ around your home.
Popular deshedding tools like the FURminator and Zoom Groom are fantastic for removing loose, dead undercoat from shedding dogs and actually help to reduce future shedding. For our top picks for best deshedding tools for dogs, check out our post below;
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This is a big one! Having the right vacuum for the job (i.e. pet hair) goes a long way to keeping a clean home with dogs. When looking to purchase a quality pet vacuum for your home be on the look out for features such as motorized cleaning heads and upholstery attachments, as well as powerful sucking capabilities and advanced filtration systems (these are especially good for pet dander).Â
If budget permits, we highly recommend investing in a robot vacuum like the Roborock, as you can set these to run daily with minimal effort (you’ll be amazed at how much fluff it picks up each day!).
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Maintenance is key to keeping a clean home with dogs. That goes for cleaning the floor too! Make sure you stick to a regular vacuuming and mopping schedule when you have dogs around. If you can, try to schedule 1-2 thorough floor cleanings a week to keep on top of things. Alternatively, do a little each day or invest in a robot vacuum with mopping capability that can run each day (or while you sleep) without you having to lift a finger (it seriously is a game-changer!).
When choosing furniture and soft furnishings, be mindful of the color and types of fabrics that you choose. While light colors can be less forgiving in terms of dirt and accidents, dark colored fabrics also show up pet hair a lot more, especially when you have a light colored dog!
In terms of fabric choice and cleaning, fabrics with tighter weaves (like microfiber and velvet) are your best bet. Leather is also a great choice as it’s easy to clean and pet hair doesn’t stick to it (just be mindful of sharp claws). Canvas and outdoor fabrics are also great pet-friendly alternatives.
If you’re worried about stains and damage from claws, a good fabric protector spray and/or furniture slip-covers are an excellent investment.
Similar rules apply for rug selection – be mindful of the color that you choose and if you decide to opt for a high-pile rug (like shag), be prepared to spend A LOT of time vacuuming it! Low-pile and flat weaves tend to be more pet-friendly. Outdoor rugs are another great alternative as they’re hard-wearing with water-repelling capabilities.
Designated no-dog zones and off-limit areas are a great idea if you have young children and/or other animals in your home. They’re also a great way to keep your pup (and valuables!) safe, while teaching them to respect boundaries and ultimately keep areas of your home fur-free and smelling fresh!
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