Monday, December 2, 2013

Pets Love Carpet Too!

Carpet is very forgiving when it come to household pets. Not only does it help disguise animal hair, it also helps minimize airborne pet dander. Unlike your hard surface flooring, carpet keeps those fuzzy hairballs from forming in the corners of the room.


A few things to keep in mind:

Color Choice: Think about the color of the carpet and the color of your pet. Is he black, white or brown? Does he shed? If your pet has dark hair and tends to shed a bit, be sure you choose a medium to dark colored carpet to help camouflage the shedding. The same goes for pets with lighter hair color. You sure don't want dark carpet in your house and a white-haired pet.....unless you enjoy vacuuming every day.


Style Choice: Your pet's activities may dictate what style of carpet you choose. Dogs that are vigorous diggers or cats that enjoy "kneading" surfaces might have issues with a large loop carpet. Their claws can get caught in the pile causing damage to the carpet and themselves.


Comfort: The American Pet Association found that more than 7 million dogs spend their nights on the floor. We like having a soft surface to walk on but have you ever considered what it's like for your pet to sleep on your carpet? Nice carpet + thick pad = a good night's sleep.

Care and Cleaning: The number one rule for homes WITH PETS is vacuum often. This helps with the cleanliness and the carpet's appearance. Frequent and proper vacuuming is the single most important step in maintaining the life and beauty of your carpet. Be sure to visit www.carpet-rug.org for tips in selecting the right carpet and vacuum.


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