Do you want to reduce pet dander in your home?

Posted Tuesday, September 20th, 2016

Richland, you want to enjoy your pets without allergies, right?

We understand how much people in Michigan love their pets. But if you, or someone in your household, struggles with asthma or pet-related allergies, owning a pet can be a struggle. Pet dander, in particular, tends to be one of the chief allergens. Try these tips to reduce pet dander in your home so that you and your family can enjoy your pets in comfort.

Make sure there’s not another culprit

If you haven’t yet had yourself tested for allergies, make sure to talk to your doctor. It’s possible you may be allergic to more than your pet, and if you may relieve many of your symptoms by focusing on those allergens as well. You may actually be allergic to a pollen brought in on your pet’s hair. Make sure you don’t blame your pet too quickly!

Keep your pet out of bedrooms and furniture

We know how tempting it is to invite your pet up on your bed. But, if you or your children struggle with pet-related allergies or asthma, it’s best to keep them out of sleeping areas. It also helps to use hypoallergenic bedding, and to use a HEPA filter in the room of any allergy or asthma sufferers.

If you do allow your pet onto the bed or other furniture, frequently wash exposed areas. That includes the bedding, throw rugs, and cushion covers.

Give your pet a weekly bath

Bathing can reduce the dander in a pet’s fur by rinsing out dead skin cells and the allergens connected with them. While bathing your pet on a weekly basis may seem like a commitment, it can significantly mitigate allergy symptoms and lower the risk of an asthma attack. Frequently brushing your pet can also help, but you will want to ask a non-allergic person to handle this task.

Keep pets off the carpet

If you have asthma or allergies, you may have already replaced your carpeting with hard flooring. Carpet collects pet hair, dander, and other allergens. So any large, carpeted areas should be vacuumed daily using a vacuum equipped with a HEPA filter. However, even a good vacuuming won’t remove everything. Consider bringing in professional carpet cleaners every couple months to remove allergens from the deep areas of your carpet.

Let us help you reduce pet dander in your home

At Modernistic, we understand that you want to live a happy life with your pet. If you need your carpets cleaned to cut down on dander, we can help. We also offer upholstery cleaning services which can help remove dander and other allergens from your furniture. And don’t forget to ask about our allergy relief program, which can cut down on allergens in your carpet and upholstery by up to 90%. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.

Keep your pet’s shedding in check

Posted Sunday, August 7th, 2016

How do you have so much hair???

Ways to keep your cat’s shedding under control.

You love your pet. But that doesn’t mean you want hair and dander all over your house. Unfortunately, the battle against loose hair seems never ending. So how can you care for your pet and keep a clean house at the same time? Don’t worry, there are steps you can take. Try these top tips to help you keep your pet’s shedding in check.

Brush your pet regularly.

A good brushing can rid your pet’s coat of a great deal of loose fur. If you take time daily to brush your pet either outdoors, in your garage, or in a breezeway, you will not only help your pet maintain a healthy coat, but you can also contain the spread of hair throughout your home.

Keep removable, washable coverings on your furniture.

If your pet is allowed on furniture in certain rooms, consider keeping a washable covering over couches and armchairs. This will allow you to more readily clean these areas and prevent fur from becoming embedded in upholstery. Vacuuming regularly will also help pet hair from spreading to other parts of the house.

Wash your pet on a weekly basis.

By giving your pet a bath, you can help rinse out loose hair and keep its coat healthy and clean. Regular bathing can also help reduce allergens associated with dander or pollen from outdoors. However, take care to only use shampoo specially formulated for your pet, as other shampoos can cause skin irritation.

Is your pet shedding more than usual?

Pets shed to get rid of dead or damaged hair, or to lighten their coat as warmer weather hits. This means that your pet will almost always be shedding to some degree, although they will shed more over the spring and summer. However, if your pet’s coat seems lackluster and thin, it can be a sign of a poor diet. Look into higher quality pet food to be sure your pet is getting enough digestible proteins. And if your pet’s coat seems to itch, or if it is shedding in patches, it could be a sign of illness and should see a vet.

Try Modernistic’s Pet Solutions

Overwhelmed by cleaning? A thorough, professional cleaning can get rid of a lot of the excess hair floating around your house and help you keep your pet’s shedding in check. Contact the Modernistic team today to schedule an appointment.