If you don't own a special vacuum made for pets or a wet vacuum for pets the following tips are for you.
When it comes to cleaning up dog hair I stick to the basics. From dryer sheets to window squeegees there’s plenty of household items that are great at picking up all that pesky fur. These are my 10 favorite tips for cleaning up dog hair.
1. Dryer sheets and baby dryer sheets are excellent for picking up pet hair. They work wonders for picking up dog hair on virtually anything. I use them on furniture, floor corners and clothing.
2. How many times have you been headed out the door for work in the morning only to notice you’ve got dog hair all over you? Yes, it happens to me all the time too. My solution? Keep a roll of packing or duct tape by the door for all those "where did all these hair come from?"
3. If you want to pick up a lot of pet hair off your floor dampen your carpet and use a rubber broom to roll all the hair into a nice little ball. If you want to get rid of some pet odors while you’re at it use a little baking soda on your carpet & let it sit in for 10 minutes before vacuuming. Be careful to not get your carpet too wet or mold & mildew will take over.
4. A damp mop acts like a magnet when it comes to picking up pet hair. If you have hardwood floors be sure to use a wood cleaning product and avoid leaving any standing pools of water on your floor.
5. Looking for a simple way to get pet hair off your furniture? Use a damp sponge or rubber gloves. Dog hair clings to rubber gloves or a damp sponge like magic.
6. When it comes to picking up dog hair your vacuum will most likely be doing most of the work, so it’s important to keep it in good shape. You can help keep it functioning well by remembering to do some regular maintenance such as cleaning the filter, brush roller & checking the belt.
7. Having a humidifier is really nice in the winter for those of us in cold climates, but they can also help with pet hair. They not only help keep your skin hydrated, they can also keep loose fur from clinging to surfaces.
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