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Controlling Pet Hair
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KEEPING PET HAIR UNDER CONTROL
Many pet owners have to deal with fur on their clothing, couches and floors.
Here are some tips that could help with the fur-stration.
GENERAL TIPS: BRUSH, WIPE AND COVER
- Brushing thoroughly twice a week or quickly every day makes a huge difference. It also counts a little towards bonding time.
- Protect furniture with washable slipcovers or old sheets and wash them regularly.
- Cost-effective, washable throw rugs can be strategically placed to catch a lot of excess hair.
- A dog sweater or t-shirt, worn for short periods, can help reduce shedding in between grooming sessions and bathing.
CLEANING PRODUCTS TO CONSIDER
- Tape rollers
- Shedding rakes
- Classic lint rollers
- Electrostatic cloths
- Specific vacuum cleaners (some even have special attachments for dog hair)
SPECIFIC TIPS
How to Deal with Hair in the House
Clean air filters frequently
Wash bedding at least once a week
If you’re renovating, choose hardwood or tile over carpet. You can even choose a colour that will make the presence of hair less obvious
Use a rubber broom before you vacuum
Use a damp mop on tiles
How to Deal with Hair on Furniture
Wipe hairy areas while wearing a rubber glove
Catch hair with a dry sponge (a damp sponge may work even better)
Cover furniture with slipcovers or blankets and wash them weekly
A damp, microfibre cloth also works
Put a velcro-type lint brush to use
How to Deal with Hair on Clothing
- Dry sponge
- Lint brushes
- Rubber glove
- Duct tape or packaging tape
- Damp sponge or damp cloth
- Don’t leave your clothes out
- Get the right brush for your dog’s hair coat
- Hair roller (one for home and one for the car)
- Quality shampoo and proper rinsing may reduce shedding
- Brush and groom regularly (ask your veterinary or pet store for advice on products)
- Quality food, proper nutrition and vitamin supplements may reduce shedding
- If it’s affordable and convenient, consider investing in house cleaning services twice a week
- You may want to make wardrobe changes that minimise hair issues (e.g. wearing more silks and satins; not wearing white if your pet has black hair; etc.)
To deal with hair in the car, refer to the furniture and clothing tips.
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