Because your home should say, “I have pets!”—not scream it.
If you share your home with a furry friend (or two… or five), then you know pet hair has a sneaky way of showing up everywhere. On your clothes, on the couch, in your morning coffee—it’s like glitter, but less glamorous and a lot harder to love.
While we wouldn’t trade our four-legged companions for the world, we could do without the endless tumbleweeds of fur rolling across the floor. The good news? With a few smart habits and helpful tools, you can keep pet hair under control and still enjoy snuggles on the couch—without needing to lint roll your entire life.
Here’s how to win the battle against pet hair, one furball at a time.
1. Grooming Is Your First Line of Defense
Let’s start at the source—your pet. Regular grooming significantly cuts down on the amount of hair they shed around your home. Depending on the breed and coat type, your pet may need daily brushing or just a few times a week. Not only does this keep shedding in check, but it’s also a great bonding activity (and helps you keep an eye out for any skin issues or pests).
Pro tip: Brush your pet outside if possible! That way, the loose hair stays out of the house and doesn’t end up clinging to your curtains.
2. Choose Pet-Friendly, Hair-Hiding Fabrics
You don’t have to redecorate your whole house, but being strategic about the fabrics in your home can make a big difference. Leather and tightly woven materials like microfiber are much easier to clean and less likely to trap pet hair.
If your pup loves to hang out on the couch, consider using washable slipcovers or throws. They’re easy to remove and toss in the wash, saving you the stress of trying to vacuum every fiber of your upholstery.
3. Make Vacuuming a Routine (Not a Chore)
We know vacuuming isn’t anyone’s favorite activity, but if you’ve got pets, it’s a game-changer. Invest in a high-quality vacuum designed specifically for pet hair—it should have strong suction, a HEPA filter, and attachments that can get into all the nooks and crannies.
Vacuum high-traffic areas and your pet’s favorite hangouts at least 2-3 times a week. Bonus points for going over upholstery and curtains, too. And don’t forget your vents and baseboards—hair tends to cling there more than you’d think.
4. Wash Pet Bedding (and Yours!) Often
If your dog or cat has a bed, blanket, or favorite spot to nap, those items are likely covered in fur. Make it a habit to wash pet bedding weekly. If your pet sleeps in your bed (no judgment here!), be sure to wash your own bedding frequently, too.
Using a dryer with a good lint trap helps remove pet hair, but adding dryer balls or a damp washcloth to the load can help loosen extra fur before it settles in your sheets again.
5. Try the Damp Glove Trick (And Other Quick Fixes)
Need a fast fix before guests come over? Put on a slightly damp rubber glove and run your hand over furniture, pillows, or car seats. The hair clings right to the glove, and it’s oddly satisfying to peel it off after.
You can also try:
- Lint rollers: Keep one by the door, in your car, and by your work desk.
- Fabric softener spray: Lightly spritzing upholstery with a mix of fabric softener and water helps loosen embedded hair.
- Dry mops or electrostatic dusters: Perfect for quick swipes over hardwood or tile floors.
6. Let Mini Maid Help
We get it—life is busy. Between work, family, and trying to remember to feed the goldfish, cleaning often ends up at the bottom of the to-do list. That’s where we come in.
At Mini Maid, we love pets (and we’re not afraid of a little fur!). Our professional cleaning team knows how to tackle pet hair from floors to furniture, so your home feels fresh, clean, and ready for guests—expected or otherwise.
Whether you need a one-time deep clean or regular help keeping the fur tumbleweeds at bay, we’re just a phone call away.
