We love our pets, but we don't love finding their hair everywhere. In Florida, pets often shed year-round instead of seasonally. Here's how to stay on top of pet hair and keep your home clean.
Why Pets Shed More in Florida
In most places, pets shed heavily twice a year. In Florida, the warm climate means many pets shed consistently year-round. This is normal - pets regulate their coat based on daylight and temperature.
Florida's humidity also makes pet hair stick to surfaces more. The moisture in the air causes hair to cling to furniture, clothes, and floors.
Pet Hair Removal by Surface
Furniture & Upholstery
- Use a rubber glove dampened with water - rub in one direction
- Lint rollers work but get expensive - try a reusable pet hair roller
- Dryer sheets help release static cling on fabric
- Vacuum with upholstery attachment weekly
- Use washable furniture covers for easy cleaning
Hard Floors
- Microfiber dry mops attract and hold hair better than brooms
- Robot vacuums help with daily maintenance
- Damp mop after sweeping to catch remaining hair
- Focus on corners and under furniture where hair collects
Carpet & Rugs
- Use a vacuum with strong suction and pet-specific attachments
- A rubber squeegee on carpet pulls up embedded hair
- Vacuum in multiple directions for thorough removal
- Deep clean carpets every 3-6 months
Clothing & Bedding
- Use dryer balls to help release hair in the dryer
- Add 1/2 cup white vinegar to the wash to loosen hair
- Clean the dryer lint trap after every pet-bedding load
- Keep a lint roller by the door for a quick pre-exit cleanup
Reduce Shedding at the Source
Grooming Habits
- • Brush your pet outside daily or every other day
- • Use a de-shedding tool during heavy shedding
- • Regular baths help remove loose hair
- • Keep nails trimmed to reduce scratching
Diet & Health
- • Quality food reduces excessive shedding
- • Fish oil supplements can improve coat health
- • Keep pets hydrated - especially in Florida heat
- • Excessive shedding may indicate health issues
Pet Hair Cleaning Schedule
Quick vacuum or sweep of main living areas, spot clean furniture
Thorough vacuum all floors and furniture, wash pet bedding
Deep clean upholstery, vacuum under furniture, clean air vents
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