Coming home to your pet who seems to have done nothing all day but wait for you is priceless. But there’s no denying that keeping a pet at home can be a lot of work as well. You have to potty train them and clean after them because they can’t do it themselves.
And, since pets are usually left at home when the humans are at school or work, they’re left alone to do their business and the stink lingers until the humans get home to take care of it. Unfortunately, after a while, the smell just lingers and clings to the surfaces in your home.
If you have furry little friends sharing your home with you, check out these quick and easy ways to get rid of pet odor.
#1 Vacuum regularly
Your vacuum can do so much more than just suck up dust; it can get rid of pet fluff and dander, too! If you’re a dog owner and your little buddy is a shedder, a vacuum is a must! Pet hair and dander is the number one culprit to blame when it comes to spreading that foul pet odor around your home so make sure you get rid of as much as you can with the help of your trusty ol’ hoover. Make sure to pay extra attention to areas that your pet frequents when vacuuming around your home!
#2 Wash pet stuff regularly
From your pet’s bed to its leash, drinking bowl, and toys, everything needs to be washed on a regular basis if you want to keep the smell from spreading and filling the air in your home. These items harbor germs and bacteria so they tend to smell over time. Make sure to use a pet-friendly detergent when washing your pet’s stuff, or at least one that’s not too harsh or strongly perfumed as these can irritate your pet’s skin.
#3 Use baking soda to absorb odors
Baking soda works so amazingly well at absorbing unpleasant smells from your home. From wet shoes to pet stuff, you can sprinkle a bit of this powder, leave it for a few minutes, and any foul odor will be gone. For a nice bonus, you can put a few drops of essential oil where you sprinkle baking soda, too, so you’re left with a nice smell after.
#4 Clean with vinegar
Another pantry staple that works amazingly well as a natural home cleaner is vinegar. You can use this to disinfect things around your home, get rid of hard water stains, clean a greasy stovetop, and more. Most importantly, it can be used as a natural deodorizer to get rid of that musty pet smell in your home. Worried about your home smelling like vinegar? Don’t worry, the smell evaporates and leaves nothing but fresh air after a while.
#5 Let the fresh air in
Open up your windows whenever you can. Nothing beats airing out your house when it comes to getting rid of pet odors. This method is free and effective, especially when done as a preventative measure in terms of pet smells spreading in your home.
Aside from these, making sure that your pets have good hygiene also helps in keeping your home free of that musty pet smell. Whether you have a dog, a cat, a rabbit, or something else, we hope that these tips come in handy for you.