Cat owners, whether their cats are long-haired or short-haired, know how hard it is to get rid of the hair that takes over the house every time their pet sheds . We'll give you some tips so this scourge is no longer a problem for you!
How to Clean Your Floors and Fabrics
The classic option: the vacuum cleaner
Hair can quickly take over your home, especially as the seasons change. How often you clean will depend on the number of pets you have and their characteristics. If you have a short-haired cat, vacuuming two or three times a week may be enough.
If you have several cats or pets and they have long hair, you'll need to clean every day. To get rid of hair stuck to a rug, run the vacuum in different directions.
For the laziest among us, a robot vacuum is the best choice. It also has the bonus of entertaining your cat!
Old-fashioned tricks
Some tricks work well for removing stubborn hair. For example, you can slip a Croc onto your hand and wipe the fabric with it. Rub well with the sole of the shoe. You'll see the hair cling easily to the plastic and you can get rid of it. You can also dampen the Croc and go over an area where hair is stuck again.
You can also use rubber gloves, dampened beforehand for better results. It works very well on furniture or fabrics. Dishwashing gloves will do the job perfectly.
Finally, you can gently rub a pumice stone over the hairy fabric. The hair will cling to the pumice stone straight away.
Tried-and-true options
An electrostatic mop works on all types of surfaces, whether wood, laminate or vinyl. You'll find these microfiber mops in any supermarket.
A simple cloth can also be very effective, especially if you dampen it with a polishing or antistatic product. It will help you easily remove hair from your wooden furniture.
How to Clean Your Cat or Your Clothes Directly
A lint roller for your clothes
This accessory works very well against lint and cat hair. Feel free to run it over your clothes regularly if needed. You can also use sticky tape to pick up all the hair from your clothes.
Another trick is to put your clothes in the dryer with a dryer sheet or dryer ball. This will help you get rid of the hair on your clothes. Adding fabric softener also works well.
Brush your cat regularly
Brushing your cat regularly stimulates their blood circulation and, above all, removes their dead hair before it falls on the floor.
Cats groom themselves, but it isn't always as effective as a brush, and it makes them swallow hair that they end up throwing up. Plus, cats love being groomed by their owner: it feels nice to them, as long as you're gentle. Go for a grooming glove so your cat feels like they're being petted.
Take the seasons into account
Cats shed at the end of spring, so it's important to brush your cat at that time. The same goes for early summer and other times of the year, depending on the breed. Some cats need regular grooming all year round.
Encourage your cat to brush themselves
Cats love rubbing against any furniture or ledge they can find. Get a brush you can attach to a piece of furniture or a wall for them to rub against.
Use the vacuum on your companion
You can vacuum your cat's hair if you go about it very gently. Put a sock or stocking over the end of the hose to make it more pleasant for your cat. Many cats don't like the vacuum at all. If you see your cat is too scared, don't insist.
Don't get mad at your cat
It's tempting to get annoyed with your cat when their hair takes over your home. But it's unfair, pointless and even counterproductive: the stress caused by a scolding will only make them shed more.
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