Discovering YOU Magazine September 2022 Issue | Page 33

PET CARE: ASK THE EXPERTS WITH CODY

5 Tips to Keeping your Home Clean with your Furry Friends in Mind this Summer

Article from BPT Website

"You can pair this with weekly baths

to wash out hair

and dandruff,

and keep dog

fur off your couch

and rug."

(BPT) - Summer is a great time for you and your pets to get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air. However, with people and pets coming in and out of your home more often, you'll find more dirt and mud tracked into your living space. Also, as the weather warms up, you may find that your four-legged family members are shedding more, making it challenging to keep your furniture and floors clean. While it can seem difficult to keep your home clean, there are some simple ways to stay on top of it. Check out these five tips all pet owners should know to help maintain a clean home during the summer months.

1. Groom your pets. The best way to maintain a clean home with pets is to groom your furry friends regularly. Frequent brushing removes hair and fur that your dog or cat would normally shed onto your clothing, furniture and floors.

You can pair this with weekly baths to wash out hair and dandruff, and keep dog fur off your couch and rug. As a bonus, grooming time can double as bonding time with your pets.

2. Invest in the right cleaning products. Not all pet cleaning products are created equal, especially when it comes to removing pet stains and hair from your