5 Petcare Peeves And How To Prevent Them In Your Home
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They may be our best four-legged friends but that doesn’t stop cats and dogs from having a less-than-desirable impact on our homes. From puppy to grumpy old tomcat, sometimes pets can leave you pulling out your hair and biting your nails, gazing over a vast expanse of hair, mess and general chaos. Here are a few tips for tackling the most common pet-related problems in the home.
1. Tame that hair
Don’t let the endless shedding get the better of you. Many breeds require regular combing or brushing, especially when they’re shedding a seasonal coat. Vacuuming is the best way to ensure your floors remain clean. Animal hair can trigger allergies and can also get caught up in ventilation systems, so it’s a good idea to give your heating/cooling system regular check-ups.
2. Get rid of smells and little accidents
All pet owners have to deal with the occasional special present - even when animals have matured, it’s not uncommon to find a pet’s bladder gets the better of them during scary or stressful situations. Cat urine is especially difficult to remove from carpets because of its low water concentration. After soaking up as much as possible, the area should be cleaned with an enzyme-based anti-stain product, but whipping together some detergent and tap water will also work. Vinegar can be used as a deodorizer.
3. Protect your electronics
Some cats and dogs simply can’t get enough of those wonderful chewy plastic cords! iPhone charger, computer cord, telephone wire… they don’t discriminate! One of the best ways to get your pet to snap out of such destructive and potentially dangerous behaviour is wrap your cables with flexible plastic conduit, fitting them into the split. Cheap and effective!
4. Hide your poisons
There are many regular household items - such as bleach, detergent, washing powder, paints, garage chemicals and so on - which can be extremely harmful to an unsuspecting tongue. Make sure you keep such products on high shelves or inside locked cupboards. The curiosity of some animals really is astounding and it’s remarkably common to arrive home to find a dangerous doggie cocktail party in full swing.
5. De-flea
While your vet takes care of flea treatments, you may find that your home itself is harbouring some irritating creepy crawlies. Getting your carpets deep-cleaned is a good start and flea pest professionals can provide a full property fumigation.
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Pet Care Quotes
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