HOW TO GET RID OF DOG AND CAT HAIR EVERYWHERE
You’re not alone if you struggle to keep pet hair at bay in your house, on your clothes or in your car. Fortunately, tools, techniques and even specialized laundry machines can help you control the amount of pet hair in your environment. Whether youʼre dealing with shedding cats or dogs, use this guide to help keep your home clean and as fur-free as possible.
9 WAYS TO HELP REMOVE PET HAIR FROM YOUR HOME
It can be hard to ignore the evidence of a shedding pet, but there are steps you can take to help reduce the pet hair on your clothing, floors and furniture. Use the tips below to help keep your family and furry friends comfortable at home.
1. REMOVE PET HAIR FROM CLOTHES
Pet hair that sticks around on your clothing or in your laundry machines can keep recirculating throughout the house, building on the problem. One of the best ways to collect and get rid of hair once and for all is using a specialized laundry pair like Maytag® washers and dryers with the Pet Pro System.
The Maytag brand built-in Pet Pro Filter in the washer visibly removes pet hair, while the lint trap in the dryer traps and removes pet hair, load after load. This pair is designed to help keep your clothes from hanging on to pesky hair after the wash.
2. GROOM AND BATHE YOUR DOG/CAT
Regular grooming and/or bathing can help reduce the amount of hair your pets release into your home. Depending on your furry friend’s coat, brush your pet every day using a high-quality pet brush to remove loose fur before it falls out. You should also aim to bathe your dog regularly to help remove loose fur. This can also help keep pet odors under control.
3. CLEAN BEDDING
Wash your petʼs bed frequently to help remove pet hair and dander. You can also use a pet hair remover tool or a lint roller to help you get rid of dog hair from your pet’s toys and bed.
If you have a washer with the Maytag® Pet Pro System, skip the lint roller and toss the bedding cover or washer-safe dog toys directly into the washer drum for the Pet Pro Filter to tackle seamlessly.
4. KEEP TOOLS HANDY TO REMOVE PET HAIR
Have a few pet hair removal tools on hand, such as a lint roller, rubber gloves or a pet hair removal brush. Use them frequently to help remove dog and cat hair from clothing, furniture and other surfaces.
5. GIVE YOUR PET DESIGNATED SLEEPING AREAS
Keep your pet’s sleeping areas limited to certain areas of your home. This may help to reduce the amount of hair that gets spread throughout your home.
6. PUT CLEAN CLOTHING AWAY
When folding clean laundry, avoid leaving it in piles on the floor or bed where your pet may lie on it. Instead, put clothing away in a closet or drawer to help prevent pet hair from accumulating on them.
7. WALK AND EXERCISE YOUR DOG
8. TAKE YOUR DOG/CAT TO REGULAR VET APPOINTMENTS
Regular visits to the vet can help to ensure that your pet is healthy and not experiencing any underlying health issues that may cause excessive shedding.
9. USE AN AIR PURIFIER
Using an air purifier with a HEPA filter (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) can help to remove pet hair and dander from the air, improving air quality in your home. Make sure to check the product details for your air purifier.
SHOP MAYTAG® PET PRO WASHERS AND DRYERS
Conquer pet hair like a pro with Maytag® washers and dryers with the Pet Pro System. Some models from Maytag brand feature The Pet Pro Option, which unleashes additional water and a deep rinse to assist the Pet Pro Filter, which lifts and captures pet hair from clothes. Once removed, pet hair is caught in the built-in Pet Pro Filter for a clean you can see.
HOW DO I REMOVE PET HAIR FROM A CAR?
Keeping pet hair out of your car starts with prevention. Here are a few approaches that some people use to limit fur buildup and help routine cleaning go smoothly.
Lay down a blanket for your dog or cat to sit on during trips.
If hair finds its way onto your car’s seats and floor, remove it using a vacuum with a pet hair attachment or a lint roller to help pick up the larger clumps.
- Spray a mix of water and fabric softener on cloth seats and wipe with a microfiber cloth. Use a squeegee or a rubber glove to help remove smaller hairs.
FRONT LOAD PET PRO WASHER
CONQUER PET HAIR LIKE A PRO
The Maytag® front load washer with Pet Pro Option unleashes additional water and a deep rinse to help remove pet hair
HOW DO I GET PET HAIR OUT OF LAUNDRY?
Pet hair in your clothes can be bothersome, but it can also cause problems in your washer or dryer if left unchecked. Without a specialized laundry set engineered for people with pets—like those with the Maytag® Pet Pro System—excessive pet hair on clothes can transfer to the washer or dryer during cleaning cycles and may impact your machines’ performance over time. See the steps below to learn how to get pet hair out of your clothes and machines.
1: REMOVE HAIR BY HAND
You can skip this step if you’re using a Maytag® Pet Pro Washer, but it’s best to remove as much pet hair as possible before putting clothing in a standard washing machine. Shake out clothing with pet hair outside, then use a lint roller to remove as much hair as you can before moving to the next step.
2: DRY, WASH, THEN DRY
If using a standard washing machine, put clothes in the dryer first to tumble on a no-heat setting. This can help loosen pet hair and collect some in the lint trap before clothes go into the washer.
The Maytag® Pet Pro washer includes a built-in Pet Pro Filter that visibly removes pet hair.
Once clothes finish tumbling in the dryer, wash and dry clothes as you normally would.
3. CLEAN OUT YOUR WASHER & DRYER
Cleaning out Maytag® washers and dryers with the Pet Pro System is as simple as lifting the Pet Pro Filter and removing the collected hair clump from the base, or clearing out the lint trap in the dryer. Cleaning out washers without a uniquely engineered pet hair system requires a bit more elbow grease.
Start by leaving the washer lid open for 24 hours, then use a vacuum with a crevice attachment to collect any dried clumps of hair.
Wipe the washer down with a damp cloth.
- Finish the cleaning process by adding a washing machine cleaner tablet to clean your washer and running it empty for a cycle.
WHAT ARE SOME WAYS TO KEEP PET HAIR OUT OF THE HOUSE?
To help keep your house free of dog or cat hair, here are some additional tips:
If you haven’t yet, invest in a uniquely engineered laundry pair like the Maytag® Pet Pro washer and dryer to collect pet hair from clothes and help prevent it from recirculating around your home.
Consider switching carpet flooring to hardwood, which can be easier to clean.
Swap out velvet sofa covers for leather, which is more resistant to pet hair and easier to wipe clean.
Use a high-quality vacuum with a pet hair attachment and dust surfaces with a microfiber cloth.
Clean your air ducts and replace air filters regularly to help prevent pet hair from spreading around your home.
Place washable rugs or runners in high-traffic areas and in spots your pets love most to help collect pet hair for simpler cleaning.
- Keep lint rollers handy and use them often to help lift pet hair from furniture and clothing.
SHOP MAYTAG® WASHERS & DRYERS
Maytag® washers and dryers are packed with powerful cleaning features and durable parts so you can clean up after your furry friends for years to come. Select laundry pairs feature the Maytag® Pet Pro System designed to conquer pet hair.
These Maytag® washers feature the Pet Pro Filter, which lifts and captures pet hair from clothes. Then, pet hair is caught in the built-in Pet Pro Filter for a clean you can see.
Maytag® dryers with the Pet Pro Option capture pet hair in the lint trap from clothes by using the combined actions of reduced heat, extended cycle time and moisture sensors that detect when a spray of water is needed.1
Learn more about how to find the best washers and dryers for pet hair for you.
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1. Not available on select cycles, including Normal. For optimal performance, connect the dryer to a water line.
