Getting Pet Hair off Your Furniture
For quick removal of cat and dog hair from your couch or car seats, grab a rubber glove. Gloves with a raised grip work best! First, wet your glove under a tap and shake off the extra water. Then, glide your fingers across the areas with pet hair using short, scraping strokes. This method is especially helpful for those hard-to-reach spots.
Other Tools You Can Try
- Damp Sponge: Rub it downward over chairs and cushions.
- Pet Hair Roller: Use with sticky paper to pick up hair easily!
- Sticky Tape: Wrap it around your hand, sticky side out, and pat over hairy areas.
- Fabric-Softener Sheet: Gently rub over pet hair for easy pick-up.
- Lint Brush: Brush in one direction for best results.
Cleaning Pet Hair off Carpets
Got a hairy carpet? Use a rubber broom. Its bristles use static electricity to attract pet hair easily. You can also sweep with a stiff bristle brush before vacuuming.
If you have a bit more time, try a damp sponge or rubber glove on the carpet.
Fabric Softener Mist
Mix a little fabric softener with water in a spray bottle. Lightly mist your carpet without soaking it. Once it’s dry, vacuum the carpet.
Give Rug Rakes a Go
Before vacuuming, lightly sweep your carpet with a Rug Rake to gather hair. You can find these online.
For Your Dog
Yes, you can vacuum your dog! Teaching your dog, whether old or young, to enjoy the vacuum can prevent pet hair before it even hits the floor. Use a small brush attachment on your vacuum and gently massage your dog.
Invest in a Good Vacuum
Consider buying a vacuum designed for pet hair, like the Dyson Animal. Though it may seem pricey, it can be a worthwhile investment if pets are a long-term part of your household.
Dealing with Pet Hair on Clothing
Use any of the furniture methods for clothing too. Additionally, toss your clothes in the dryer for 20 minutes on a cool cycle. The lint filter will catch the hair problem!
