As a pet owner, you have many responsibilities. Key among those is maintaining a clean carpet to keep a tidy and healthy home. If you’re concerned about the condition of your flooring and want to make some significant changes, here are some suggestions.

How to Maintain Clean Carpets When You Have a Pet

1. Vacuum Regularly

Although pet accidents cannot be sucked up with the vacuum, it’s essential to keep fur, dirt, and debris to a minimum. The only way to prevent it from accumulating is to vacuum as frequently as possible. Aim for every couple of days, but make it a priority to do so at least once a week. Be sure to run the attachment over the upholstery; it’s very easy for pet hair to make its way to the ground.

2. Clean Promptly

Always tackle accidents as soon as you notice them. This will prevent them from setting, which makes them trickier to remove. The Humane Society of the United States recommends treating new stains with paper towels to soak up the moisture, then covering that spot with several sheets of newspaper. Apply pressure to the top to soak up any remaining liquid. Then blot the spot with cold water. You can use an over-the-counter remover on older stains, but you might need to hire a professional if it’s particularly deep.

3. Use Rugs

If your pet has a spot that he simply loves to have accidents on, you might consider protecting the integrity of your carpet with a rug. You can wash and treat these more easily, all while protecting your greater investment below.

4. Wipe Paws

Longtime pet owners know that paws are serious culprits when it comes to dragging in dirt and debris from outside. You’ll find the tracks everywhere from the entry to the carpeting, and it can be difficult to keep track of it all. Approach this just as you do dirty shoes—by placing a “welcome mat” of sorts near the front door, like a towel. Use it to wipe down paws before your pet continues inside. You can even use a little water if there’s mud on them.
 

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