Spring is the best time to clean! Everyone loves an orderly and spotless house, but unfortunately, that isn't always a possibility, especially with a pet. When you own a dog, you'll often find that cherished belongings and memorabilia within the dog's reach can easily be destroyed – whether it’s your favorite pair of shoes that end up as a chew toy or your lucky blouse that will soon be dirty with paw prints. Precautions have to be taken to protect your personal property, but especially your home as a whole. Furniture and other household items can too easily be rendered useless, and unfortunately, it is inevitable that these types of mishaps will happen. While you can't prevent the loss of certain items, you can still maintain a clean house, simply by keeping your dog clean. Aside from regular grooming sessions that will keep shedding and nail scratches to a minimum, daily chores can also be done to ensure your house remains stain-free. Maintaining a strict cleaning schedule that eliminates dirt that your dog brought in - such as through vacuuming the carpet - or that comes from your dog - such as washing their toys and bed - is essential to ensure you never fall behind and end up with a dirty home. Below are our favorite three tips for how to keep your dog clean, and how that translates into a keeping your home clean. After every walk, make sure to wipe your dog's paws off with a gentle towel and room-temperate water. It helps to keep these items as close to the entrance as possible, or even on your porch, so you can remember and curb the dirt from entering as much space in your home as possible. Designate a place mat strictly for your dog's food and water bowls. This will limit crumbs on your floor and the simple containment will make cleaning them up very easy. If you are okay with your dog being on the furniture, keep a designated towel or blanket strictly for them to sit or lay on. Your dog will eventually get used to the towel or blanket being his/hers and will return to that spot every time when on the furniture. Dogs are the best kind of friend you can have, but no one wants a dirty home. By following these tips, you can keep your home clean and pets happy! Bonus Tip: Keep cleaning supplies specifically formulated for pet-style accidents on hand at all times. The quicker you can work to keep your home stain-free and smell-free, the more likely it will stay spotless and cleanly!
