Make Your House Free from Dog Hair: Here’s How!



Having a dog inevitably means you will have dog hair all around you. Though, it depends on what breed you have, as some breeds shed more than others. Even certain seasons are harsher on your dog, for example they might shed more during the summers as compared to winters.

Here are some easy tips to get rid of the dog hair you might find all around your house and getting into your clothes.

Groom regularly

One of the most basic steps in ensuring that your house has less dog hair is by regularly grooming your furry baby. When you groom your pet, the loose hair will get collected in the brush and shedding is reduced vastly.

Every dog has different shedding patterns; it depends on the breed, season, temperature, and fur characteristics. Having basic grooming tools at home can help you have great control over the hair situation.

Use throw covers

Throw covers will not only make your house look prettier, but they are also hair magnets. Throw covers have multiple uses, you can use them over the couch or even on carpeted floors and then spin for a quick wash and they are ready to use again! There are even certain throw covers which are made specifically for dogs and are waterproof. This will help you clean your dog's shedding hair easily.

Use sticks rollers

Removing dog hair from your furniture and clothes is a never-ending job. Using hand-held sticky rollers can help you keep your clothes free from fur. Hair will get stuck on the sticky rollers and are convenient for a quick clean. Use a larger sheet to quickly wipe off a huge area of the couch.

If you don’t have a sticky roller, you can even use some rubber gloves, the ones that are easily found with gardening tools or for washing dishes. Put on some gloves and run your hand over the couch or bed to collect the hair, then roll it into a ball and throw it out.

Cover the seats of your Car

Just like throw covers protect your furniture from dog fur, seat covers in cars will prepare you for a car ride without the hassle of cleaning car seats afterwards. It will not only prevent hair from sticking everywhere in your car but also protect your seats from the muddy and wet feet of your pet.

Vacuum clean regularly

Dogs will shed continuously and picking up dog hair from your plate is not good for your appetite. Instead, you can regularly vacuum your house to get rid of this problem. A good quality vacuum cleaner is an excellent choice for a household with pets. Simply, run the vacuum cleaner throughout your house once a week. With regular maintenance, the vacuum will keep your house clean and hair-free.

Tip: Dampen the area or sweep with a damp cloth before vacuuming to make the task easier. Alternate the direction of the vacuum to get all the hair that can get embedded in the carpet or other upholstery.

Dryer sheets

All the covers, seat covers, and fur-covered clothes that you throw in the washing machine need something to collect the fur. Using dryer sheets will reduce the static cling and offer a fresh smell to your clothes. You can even use these to remove the hair directly from furniture, floor corners, and baseboards.

Be sure to service your laundry machines regularly as hair can get into places that you can’t clean.

Hair-proof your house

The ultimate change you can make to your house is hair-proofing it to avoid sticking hair in cracks and corners of the furniture. There are products made with slick or anti-static materials, from which hair will just slide off and can easily vacuumed later. Some examples of such materials are- laminated hardwood or vinyl floors, leather, canvas, pleather, heavy-duty cotton fabric, or Ultrasuede.

Bottom Line

These were some quick tips on keeping your house hair free. Moreover, you can quickly brush your pet to reduce their shedding. If you or someone in your family has an allergy to dog hair, then you can adopt a hairless or hypoallergenic dog breed. However, where there is a dog, there will be dog hair. Just follow these tips and keep your house clean, there will be less mess to deal with later.

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