Pets bring joy and love into a home, but if someone in the household is allergic to dander, furry friends can also cause constant runny noses and sneezing. Luckily, there are steps you can take to keep a pet-friendly home while curbing allergy attacks. Learn more about how you can keep everyone in the family feeling healthy around pets, including how pet grooming can help.

How to Minimize Pet Allergies at Home

1. Use HEPA Filters

The air filter in your HVAC system could be allowing pet dander to circulate throughout the home. High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters are designed to trap debris in the air that air filters can’t.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, HEPA filters remove at least 99.97% of airborne particles. These filters eliminate dander, pollen, dust, and other allergens in the air before it is sucked through ducts and filtered back into living spaces.  

2. Clean Household Fabrics Frequently

Sections of carpeting and furniture where your pet likes to lounge should be vacuumed daily or every few days. Curtains should also be cleaned with a vacuum, as fur and dander can become airborne, and cats like to spread out on window ledges.

To reduce your time spent cleaning, consider upholstering furniture in materials that don’t collect fur and dander. You can wipe away fur on leather with a cloth, for example.

3. Schedule Regular Grooming

Regular pet grooming sessions will help reduce shedding, as the brushing and shampooing help loosen and remove excess fur. When pet groomers remove dander during weekly appointments, it won’t be left to buildup in your home and cause respiratory distress, nasal congestion, and additional discomfort.

Keep your allergies in check with help from the pet grooming experts at Golden Heart Boarding & Grooming in North Pole, AK. This licensed boarder and groomer services all canine breeds and provides shaving and nail trims for cats. Get better insight into how these professionals will care for your furry family member online and call (907) 488-6866 to schedule pet grooming.