Are you concerned about cat hair all over your home? Use these tips!
If you have a cat, you likely are wondering what is the best way to remove cat hair from furniture, clothing, bedding, blankets, and practically every other surface in your home. Everhart Veterinary Medicine is here with some tips and tricks to keep your home clean and your cat well-groomed!
Brush Your Cat Routinely
Talk with your local vet about finding the right cat brush for your cat’s fur. The best tool might differ between long and short-haired breeds. It’s best to brush short-haired cats at least once a week and long-haired cats daily to prevent mats and knots. One of the best ways to remove cat hair is to go to the source!
Use a Pet-Friendly Vacuum
There are pet-friendly vacuum cleaners available that have pet hair in mind. Unlike regular vacuums, they are designed to remove as much pet hair as possible from your belongings. Giving your home a clean sweep is one great way to deal with the problem.
Wipe Down Furniture
What if you need to tackle hard or upholstered surfaces, such as furniture? There are a few budget-friendly hacks that can work very well.
- Rubber gloves: Putting on a rubber glove and running your hand along the surface to be cleaned can pick up a significant amount of cat fur!
- A damp, clean sponge: This option works well for hard or soft surfaces.
- A lint roller: A classic tool for picking up pet hair.
- A pet-friendly vacuum: It should have a handheld tool that lets you clean off furniture.
Wipe Down Fabrics
The same hacks that work on furniture can work on your fabrics. Try these ideas out on your clothes, blankets, curtains, etc.! If guests come, feel free to offer a lint roller if cat hair becomes a concern on clothing.
Run a Humidifier
A little bit of moisture in the air can prevent cat hairs (and other hairs) from sticking to furniture and fabrics, making it easier to sweep or vacuum up. If your home is a bit dry in winter, your humidifier will do double duty!
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At Everhart Veterinary Medicine, our veterinary professionals strive to provide your pet with the very best of veterinary care. We believe that the best care for your pet should be provided by experienced, compassionate, and knowledgeable veterinary professionals. With three Maryland locations in Baltimore, Pasadena, and Cross Keys, we are always ready to welcome your pet as a new patient! Give us a call today at 410-355-3131, 410-793-7670, or 443-470-6790! For more information, as well as updates on veterinary news and topics, visit us on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn!