Anyone who has ever owned a dog knows that they are wonderful pets. However, for people who suffer from pet dander allergies, sharing a home with a beloved pooch can often aggravate symptoms. Fortunately, there are a number of treatments available and simple steps folks can take to ensure a comfortable coexistence with their dog. With this in mind, there are tasks you can add to this year’s spring cleaning checklist that will help clear your house of dog fur, pet dander and other debris Sparky leaves behind.
You may want to consider:
Brushing your dog more frequently – Since many dogs shed their winter fur as the weather begins getting warmer, you may notice that you’re more likely to find dust bunnies and clumps of fur in your home during this time of the year. A good way to prevent this is by brushing your pooch so you can collect the dead fur before it builds up on your carpets and furniture.
Cleaning fans and vents – Chances are if you have a ceiling fan, you don’t dust the top of it too often. It’s probably hard to reach, but that doesn’t mean it’s immune from collecting dog fur and pet dander. Get out the ladder if you have to and dust off the blades. It’s also important to clean vents, as debris can gather in these spots, too, and prevent them from working.
Disinfecting your dog’s cage – Although this is probably something you do every so often anyway, it may be time for a deep cleanse. Pick a warm day to bring the cage outside, hose it off and disinfect it. Just make sure you wipe it down thoroughly after so the chemicals don’t make your dog sit or irritate his skin.
