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Cleaning and Organization
How to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)
July 2, 2020
Pets are part of the family, bringing companionship, affection and fun to our homes. As well, unfortunately, they also bring some less-than-lovely pet odours. From foul litter-box aromas to tangy whiffs of that unmistakable wet-dog scent on your couch, pet smells are no one’s ideal home scent. If you love your animals — but aren’t a fan of pungent pet smells lingering in your home — these pet odour removal and prevention tips are the purr-fect solution.
Cleaning and Organization
How to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)
July 2, 2020
Pets are part of the family, bringing companionship, affection and fun to our homes. As well, unfortunately, they also bring some less-than-lovely pet odours. From foul litter-box aromas to tangy whiffs of that unmistakable wet-dog scent on your couch, pet smells are no one’s ideal home scent. If you love your animals — but aren’t a fan of pungent pet smells lingering in your home — these pet odour removal and prevention tips are the purr-fect solution.
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Bath Time
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The easiest way to get pungent pet smells out of your home is cut them off before they can set in, which is why keeping up with your pet’s regular bath schedule (which will vary depending on your pet’s fur, skin and specific needs) is key. For a natural way to keep your pup clean, <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/natural-cleaning-tips-pets-1922662/#currentSlide=3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">try making your own pet shampoo using uncooked oatmeal</a>. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shopping/photos/stylish-pet-accessories-1934376/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">12 Stylish Pet Accessories Your Home Needs This Year (Ditch the Cat Tree)</a>Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Bath Time
PHOTO 1 of 16READ LESS -The easiest way to get pungent pet smells out of your home is cut them off before they can set in, which is why keeping up with your pet’s regular bath schedule (which will vary depending on your pet’s fur, skin and specific needs) is key. For a natural way to keep your pup clean, <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/natural-cleaning-tips-pets-1922662/#currentSlide=3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">try making your own pet shampoo using uncooked oatmeal</a>. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shopping/photos/stylish-pet-accessories-1934376/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">12 Stylish Pet Accessories Your Home Needs This Year (Ditch the Cat Tree)</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Prioritize Grooming
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Similarly, a lot of unpleasant pet scents are spread through your animal’s shed fur. Brushing your pet’s fur regularly keeps excess hair contained and <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/natural-cleaning-tips-pets-1922662/#currentSlide=7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cuts down on cleaning</a> — while also reducing the spread of pet smells around the house. For more, watch as the <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/property-brothers/videos/property-brothers-pet-friendly-reno-tips/1453004867649/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Property Brothers offer up pet-friendly renovation tips</a>.Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Prioritize Grooming
PHOTO 2 of 16READ LESS -Similarly, a lot of unpleasant pet scents are spread through your animal’s shed fur. Brushing your pet’s fur regularly keeps excess hair contained and <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/natural-cleaning-tips-pets-1922662/#currentSlide=7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cuts down on cleaning</a> — while also reducing the spread of pet smells around the house. For more, watch as the <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/property-brothers/videos/property-brothers-pet-friendly-reno-tips/1453004867649/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Property Brothers offer up pet-friendly renovation tips</a>.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Front Door Etiquette
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Many pet odours can be traced back to what your animals bring in from the outdoors. Keeping a cleaning solution (like <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/14-things-new-pet-owners-never-do-but-should-1906660/#currentSlide=14" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">a pack of wet wipes</a> or towels) at the front door will remind you to wipe muddy, dirty paws after a long walk or backyard playtime — so you can keep the dirt off your home’s surfaces. We're also obsessed with this <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/scotts-vacation-house-rules/videos/pet-friendly-paradise-mark-and-lynn/HGTV0055998850000000/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pet-friendly paradise featured on <em>Scott's Vacation House Rules</a></em>.Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Front Door Etiquette
PHOTO 3 of 16READ LESS -Many pet odours can be traced back to what your animals bring in from the outdoors. Keeping a cleaning solution (like <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/14-things-new-pet-owners-never-do-but-should-1906660/#currentSlide=14" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">a pack of wet wipes</a> or towels) at the front door will remind you to wipe muddy, dirty paws after a long walk or backyard playtime — so you can keep the dirt off your home’s surfaces. We're also obsessed with this <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/scotts-vacation-house-rules/videos/pet-friendly-paradise-mark-and-lynn/HGTV0055998850000000/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pet-friendly paradise featured on <em>Scott's Vacation House Rules</a></em>.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Clean the Litter Box
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The litter box is often the main villain when it comes to unpleasant cat smells in the home. To cut down on the scent, start by assessing your litter-box hygiene. Scooping the box daily will do wonders for minimizing the nasty smells, but it’s also important to totally empty, scrub and wash the litter box (with soap and water) every month. If the box is clean but still smells foul, you can also try mixing a bit of <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/30-things-you-should-be-cleaning-with-baking-soda-1913816/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">baking soda</a> in the with litter to help deodorize and absorb the odours. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/lifestyle/photos/see-the-surprisingly-beautiful-ways-these-cat-owners-transformed-their-homes-for-their-pets-1907807/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">See the Surprisingly Beautiful Ways These Cat Owners Transformed Their Homes for Their Pets</a>Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Clean the Litter Box
PHOTO 4 of 16READ LESS -The litter box is often the main villain when it comes to unpleasant cat smells in the home. To cut down on the scent, start by assessing your litter-box hygiene. Scooping the box daily will do wonders for minimizing the nasty smells, but it’s also important to totally empty, scrub and wash the litter box (with soap and water) every month. If the box is clean but still smells foul, you can also try mixing a bit of <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/30-things-you-should-be-cleaning-with-baking-soda-1913816/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">baking soda</a> in the with litter to help deodorize and absorb the odours. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/lifestyle/photos/see-the-surprisingly-beautiful-ways-these-cat-owners-transformed-their-homes-for-their-pets-1907807/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">See the Surprisingly Beautiful Ways These Cat Owners Transformed Their Homes for Their Pets</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Find the Right Spot
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Another way to reduce litter box-induced cat smells in the home is to consider where you keep your feline's litter box — placing it in a well-ventilated area is a good way to help keep smells from accumulating.Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Find the Right Spot
PHOTO 5 of 16READ LESS -Another way to reduce litter box-induced cat smells in the home is to consider where you keep your feline's litter box — placing it in a well-ventilated area is a good way to help keep smells from accumulating.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Sprinkle Baking Soda
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More than just for litter boxes, baking soda is a useful natural deodorizer for other areas of your home that are suffering from unpleasant pet smells — <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/30-things-you-should-be-cleaning-with-baking-soda-1913816/#currentSlide=16" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">like your rugs</a>. Refresh rugs (or other soft surfaces) by sprinkling baking soda on them and then leaving it to sit overnight. In the morning, vacuum up the baking soda for a refreshed look and smell. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/30-things-you-should-be-cleaning-with-baking-soda-1913816/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">30 Things You Should Be Cleaning With Baking Soda</a>Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Sprinkle Baking Soda
PHOTO 6 of 16READ LESS -More than just for litter boxes, baking soda is a useful natural deodorizer for other areas of your home that are suffering from unpleasant pet smells — <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/30-things-you-should-be-cleaning-with-baking-soda-1913816/#currentSlide=16" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">like your rugs</a>. Refresh rugs (or other soft surfaces) by sprinkling baking soda on them and then leaving it to sit overnight. In the morning, vacuum up the baking soda for a refreshed look and smell. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/30-things-you-should-be-cleaning-with-baking-soda-1913816/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">30 Things You Should Be Cleaning With Baking Soda</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Wipe up the Messes
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Little puddles on the floor can lead to big, bad smells in a room — so be sure to wipe them up as soon as you see them. To clean and refresh the area, white vinegar is a good non-toxic solution (<a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/natural-cleaning-tips-pets-1922662/#currentSlide=2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">mix white vinegar with lemon juice and water to tackle small spills</a>). <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/hgtv-news/photos/hgtv-canada-stars-dogs-1920033/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">These HGTV Canada Stars With Their Beloved Pups Will Make Your Day</a>Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Wipe up the Messes
PHOTO 7 of 16READ LESS -Little puddles on the floor can lead to big, bad smells in a room — so be sure to wipe them up as soon as you see them. To clean and refresh the area, white vinegar is a good non-toxic solution (<a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/natural-cleaning-tips-pets-1922662/#currentSlide=2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">mix white vinegar with lemon juice and water to tackle small spills</a>). <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/hgtv-news/photos/hgtv-canada-stars-dogs-1920033/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">These HGTV Canada Stars With Their Beloved Pups Will Make Your Day</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Consider Enzyme Cleaners
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For more pungent pet scents on your home’s surfaces, it may be worth picking up <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/14-things-new-pet-owners-never-do-but-should-1906660/#currentSlide=8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">a cleaning product that utilizes enzymes</a>. Enzyme cleaners release beneficial bacteria that can effectively “eat” odour-casing matter on surfaces — neutralizing the offending smell.Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Consider Enzyme Cleaners
PHOTO 8 of 16READ LESS -For more pungent pet scents on your home’s surfaces, it may be worth picking up <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/14-things-new-pet-owners-never-do-but-should-1906660/#currentSlide=8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">a cleaning product that utilizes enzymes</a>. Enzyme cleaners release beneficial bacteria that can effectively “eat” odour-casing matter on surfaces — neutralizing the offending smell.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Vacuum Often
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Whether you can see visible fur or not, if you have a pet, it’s important to vacuum your carpets, floors and furniture regularly. Vacuuming sucks up pet hair and dander to help ensure pet odours are at a minimum. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/plants-child-pet-safe-1913786/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">20 Plants That Are Safe for Children, Cats and Dogs</a>Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Vacuum Often
PHOTO 9 of 16READ LESS -Whether you can see visible fur or not, if you have a pet, it’s important to vacuum your carpets, floors and furniture regularly. Vacuuming sucks up pet hair and dander to help ensure pet odours are at a minimum. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/plants-child-pet-safe-1913786/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">20 Plants That Are Safe for Children, Cats and Dogs</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Remove the Covers
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Dogs and cats love to snuggle up on your comfy furniture, which means couches and other cozy seats tend to be prime targets for offending scents. If you can, remove the covers for your couch, chair cushions and other furniture and wash them as often as possible to cut down on odours. If you don’t have furniture with removable covers now, it’s a good idea to consider your pets the next time you’re shopping for new home items. Here are some more <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/14-tips-on-buying-pet-friendly-furniture-thatll-stand-up-to-your-furry-friends-1914524/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tips for how to choose pet-friendly furniture</a>.Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Remove the Covers
PHOTO 10 of 16READ LESS -Dogs and cats love to snuggle up on your comfy furniture, which means couches and other cozy seats tend to be prime targets for offending scents. If you can, remove the covers for your couch, chair cushions and other furniture and wash them as often as possible to cut down on odours. If you don’t have furniture with removable covers now, it’s a good idea to consider your pets the next time you’re shopping for new home items. Here are some more <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/14-tips-on-buying-pet-friendly-furniture-thatll-stand-up-to-your-furry-friends-1914524/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tips for how to choose pet-friendly furniture</a>.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Deep Clean the Furniture
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If you can’t remove the covers on your pet-scented furnishings, you can also do a periodic deep clean using an upholstery cleaning machine (You can buy or rent a machine or consider hiring a professional to come in and steam clean your carpets and furniture.). <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/places-probably-forgot-to-clean-1926009/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">11 Places You Probably Forgot to Clean in Your House</a>Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Deep Clean the Furniture
PHOTO 11 of 16READ LESS -If you can’t remove the covers on your pet-scented furnishings, you can also do a periodic deep clean using an upholstery cleaning machine (You can buy or rent a machine or consider hiring a professional to come in and steam clean your carpets and furniture.). <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/places-probably-forgot-to-clean-1926009/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">11 Places You Probably Forgot to Clean in Your House</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Make Throw Pillows Your Friend
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Of course, removing all the cushion covers or deep-cleaning your home’s upholstered surfaces isn't always realistic for a weekly clean, but there is an easier way to reduce pet scents on your furniture — with <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/14-tips-on-buying-pet-friendly-furniture-thatll-stand-up-to-your-furry-friends-1914524/#currentSlide=6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">throw pillows and blankets</a>. Your pets will love to cuddle up on cozy pillows and blankets, with the added bonus of them spending less time in contact with the surface of your furniture. Each week, you can easily throw pillow covers and blankets in the washing machine to keep scents away. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/lifestyle/photos/can-you-really-afford-your-pet-1053003/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Can You Really Afford Your Pet?</a>Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Make Throw Pillows Your Friend
PHOTO 12 of 16READ LESS -Of course, removing all the cushion covers or deep-cleaning your home’s upholstered surfaces isn't always realistic for a weekly clean, but there is an easier way to reduce pet scents on your furniture — with <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/14-tips-on-buying-pet-friendly-furniture-thatll-stand-up-to-your-furry-friends-1914524/#currentSlide=6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">throw pillows and blankets</a>. Your pets will love to cuddle up on cozy pillows and blankets, with the added bonus of them spending less time in contact with the surface of your furniture. Each week, you can easily throw pillow covers and blankets in the washing machine to keep scents away. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/lifestyle/photos/can-you-really-afford-your-pet-1053003/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Can You Really Afford Your Pet?</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Wash the Sheets
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Similarly — if you pet likes to snuggle up on your bed — it’s important to <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/how-often-should-you-clean-things-in-your-home-1938009/#currentSlide=11" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">wash your bedding at least once a week</a> with a <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/natural-cleaning-tips-pets-1922662/#currentSlide=5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">laundry detergent that’s pet friendly</a>. To make it easier to maintain a clean bed, opt for a duvet with a removable cover — so that you can throw the cover in the washing machine with your sheets for a regular refresh. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/how-often-should-you-clean-things-in-your-home-1938009/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">From Appliances to Fabrics: How Often Should You Clean These Things in Your Home?</a>Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Wash the Sheets
PHOTO 13 of 16READ LESS -Similarly — if you pet likes to snuggle up on your bed — it’s important to <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/how-often-should-you-clean-things-in-your-home-1938009/#currentSlide=11" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">wash your bedding at least once a week</a> with a <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/natural-cleaning-tips-pets-1922662/#currentSlide=5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">laundry detergent that’s pet friendly</a>. To make it easier to maintain a clean bed, opt for a duvet with a removable cover — so that you can throw the cover in the washing machine with your sheets for a regular refresh. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/how-often-should-you-clean-things-in-your-home-1938009/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">From Appliances to Fabrics: How Often Should You Clean These Things in Your Home?</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Tackle the Toys
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Dirt, spit and slobber: dog and cat toys are like little collections of pet odour, so regularly clean them to keep pet smells at a minimum. Try giving hard toys a soak in a sink full of warm water and white vinegar (a solution of two-parts water to one-part vinegar should do the trick). For durable soft toys, you can try throwing them in the washing machine (use the gentle cycle and either no detergent or a mild, fragrance-free, pet-safe detergent). <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/14-things-new-pet-owners-never-do-but-should-1906660/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">14 Things New Pet Owners Never Do (But Should)</a>Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Tackle the Toys
PHOTO 14 of 16READ LESS -Dirt, spit and slobber: dog and cat toys are like little collections of pet odour, so regularly clean them to keep pet smells at a minimum. Try giving hard toys a soak in a sink full of warm water and white vinegar (a solution of two-parts water to one-part vinegar should do the trick). For durable soft toys, you can try throwing them in the washing machine (use the gentle cycle and either no detergent or a mild, fragrance-free, pet-safe detergent). <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/14-things-new-pet-owners-never-do-but-should-1906660/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">14 Things New Pet Owners Never Do (But Should)</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Clean Bowls
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Slobbery bowls are a big source of unpleasant pet smells, so keep them clean for a sweeter-smelling home. Dog and cat food bowls should be washed after every use (just like your own bowls), so it’s a good idea to have a couple dedicated dishes for each of your pets. To make cleaning them easier, you can also <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/natural-cleaning-tips-pets-1922662/#currentSlide=6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">try this trick with olive oil</a>. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/natural-cleaning-tips-pets-1922662/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">7 Natural Cleaning Tips for Pets That Actually Work</a>Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Clean Bowls
PHOTO 15 of 16READ LESS -Slobbery bowls are a big source of unpleasant pet smells, so keep them clean for a sweeter-smelling home. Dog and cat food bowls should be washed after every use (just like your own bowls), so it’s a good idea to have a couple dedicated dishes for each of your pets. To make cleaning them easier, you can also <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/natural-cleaning-tips-pets-1922662/#currentSlide=6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">try this trick with olive oil</a>. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/natural-cleaning-tips-pets-1922662/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">7 Natural Cleaning Tips for Pets That Actually Work</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Air Things Out
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Good air flow goes a long way towards sweeping out pet odours. If you can, occasionally open all the windows in your house to air things out (be careful to ensure your indoor cats don’t accidentally get out). If your home has an air filtration system, be sure to regularly replace the filters on time (make calendar events in your phone to help you remember) and have home air ducts cleaned. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/mike-holmes/blog/how-to-build-a-safe-home-for-pets-mike-holmes-1918484/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mike Holmes Reveals How to Build a Safe Home for Pets</a>Cleaning and OrganizationHow to Remove the Smell of Dog and Cat in Your Home (We Still Love You Pets!)Air Things Out
PHOTO 16 of 16READ LESS -Good air flow goes a long way towards sweeping out pet odours. If you can, occasionally open all the windows in your house to air things out (be careful to ensure your indoor cats don’t accidentally get out). If your home has an air filtration system, be sure to regularly replace the filters on time (make calendar events in your phone to help you remember) and have home air ducts cleaned. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/mike-holmes/blog/how-to-build-a-safe-home-for-pets-mike-holmes-1918484/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mike Holmes Reveals How to Build a Safe Home for Pets</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
