Thirty Solutions for Addressing a Wide Array of Pet-Related Messes You May Encounter

Thirty Solutions for Addressing a Wide Array of Pet-Related Messes You May Encounter

Pets: Helpful Finds to Tidy Up Your Home

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Get ready to keep your home tidy with these finds:

1. Ear Finger Wipes: Pet-friendly wipes to swiftly and easily remove dirt and odor from pets' ears without the fuss. Slide them on your finger and give your fur baby a gentle scrub!
2. Breath Freshener: No more doggy breath woes! This pet-safe water additive helps eliminate bad breath, tartar, and plaque simply by adding to your pet's water bowl. Great for pets with sensitive stomachs, remember to start with a half-dose.
3. Reviewer highlights:
   • "This additive really works... it keeps my dog's breath fresher, and it almost completely eliminates that 'slime' that builds up in pet bowl that's so hard to wash off. It only takes a very small amount, so the bottle lasts for months. Well worth the money to help me stay on top of my dog's dental hygiene." - Ben Smith
   • "This additive does a great job of removing existing plaque while preventing new deposits. And it really does give them fresher breath, which is an awesome bonus." - annab
4. Price: $21.84, available in two sizes and different styles.
5. Cat Litter Mat: Say goodbye to litter messes! This double-layer mat catches stray litter as pets step off the box, keeping your floors and feet clean. It's waterproof and simple to empty.
6. Tips from Colleague Jenae Sitzes:
   • "I highly recommend getting the larger 30-by-24-inch mat to extend the coverage area. Note that the mat will probably have a fold down the middle when it first arrives, but just give it some time and weigh it down with something if needed; it'll lay flat." - Jenae Sitzes
7. Price: $11.19, available in two sizes and three colors; don't forget to clip the 20% off coupon when applicable.
8. Eco-Friendly Pet Waste Bags: Reduce your carbon footprint while cleaning up after your pet. Made from plant-based materials, these bags break down faster than traditional ones and are big enough for even the heftiest deposits.
9. Pet Hair Remover Roller: Tired of finding fur on your furniture? This handy tool removes pet hair quickly and efficiently from sofas, blankets, and beyond. You'll no longer feel overwhelmed by fur and dander!
10. Reviewer highlights:
    • "I have a Maine Coon cat and two rabbits... After using this, I realized that this roller removed everything... My house's air smells cleaner after I've gone over all our carpets... Saved me hundreds. Well worth the money." - Brittany Atikinson
11. Price: $23.99, available in three colors.
12. Odor and Stain Eliminator: This 2-in-1 product takes on smelly and messy pets with ease! It works on hardwood and carpet, utilizing active enzymes to clean stains and natural citrus oils to deodorize.
13. Cat Litter Deodorizer: Whether scented or unscented, this deodorizer helps keep your home from smelling like a litter box by neutralizing odors with natural ingredients.
14. Reviewer highlights:
    • _"I was very happy with this amazing stuff... within the first day of using this, I noticed that the slight lingering ammonia/poop smell wasn't noticeable when walking into the house anymore. After a few days, I realized that I couldn't smell anything even as I was scooping the litter. There was no fake perfume smell covering up a smell; there literally wasn't a smell at all". - Tori_
15. Price: $11.67.
16. Dog Door Mat: Make the transition from outdoors to indoors easier for your dog and help keep your floors clean. This mat efficiently soaks up dirt and water while the self-draining holes help prevent standing water.
17. Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush: Keep your cat and dog looking their best with this versatile grooming tool. It gently removes loose fur, tangles, and dander while allowing for easy cleaning with just the push of a button.
18. Reviewer highlights:
    • "My cat has short hair but a thick undercoat... This slicker brush retracts so the fur comes off the bristles cleanly and in one easy-to-toss chunk. My cat loves how it feels and I love how it works... I highly recommend this to anybody with cats who doesn't want to use potentially harmful sprays or perfumes." - Adam&Daryln
19. Price: $11.99, available in two sizes and three styles.
20. Self-Cleaning Litter Box: Give yourself a break from daily scooping with this high-tech litter box! It automatically sifts through litter after your cat does their business, disposing waste in a sealed compartment.
21. Reviewer highlights:
    • "Excellent product working exactly as promised... All I do is exchange the bag once a week, add more litter, and wipe the inside as needed. This is a lifesaver for us since we like to travel, and now I don't have to bother anyone anymore to come and clean the litter box. Highly recommended!" - Lidia Z.
22. Price: $305, available in three styles.
23. Angry Orange Pet Odor Eliminator Spray: Tackle pesky pet odors immediately with this all-natural orange oil spray. It works on carpet, upholstery, turf, and more!
24. Reviewer highlights:
    • "This product is amazing!!! We have a Rottweiler pup and a Bichon pup, and our house was feeling the PAIN! I tried everything... but this product does everything and more... saved me hundreds. Well worth the money." - Clayton S Tonkin
25. Price: $17.96, available in two scents and three sizes.
26. Stain-Lifting Pads: Clean up pet messes effortlessly with these innovative pads. Place them on the stain, stomp, and dispose. No more scrubbing required!
27. Reviewer highlights:
    • "I was skeptical of these pads being able to clean a carpet... but after using it according to directions, it amazingly smelled like nothing had happened! The pad soaks up the culprit and leaves a sweet fragrance that is very nice. Totally recommend if you have pets!" - shortnsweet
28. Price: $27.48, for a pack of 20.
29. Pet Hair Remover Tool: Easily rid your carpets, upholstery, clothing, and tight corners of pesky pet hair with this compact tool. People can't believe how much hair it picks up, even on carpet!
30. Adjustable Pet Hair Broom: This length-adjustable broom is ideal for spring shedding season. Its rubber bristles pick up significantly more hair than a traditional broom, making cleaning a breeze!
31. FURemover Evrilholder Broom Review: Curious about this broom? Check out my coworker's FURemover Evrilholder broom review for some surprising photos and helpful info!
32. Stain Guard Spray: Protect your soft surfaces like upholstery and carpet with this odorless and nontoxic spray. Spills won't absorb into fabrics, instead they bead and drip off, making cleaning easy.
33. Reviewer highlights:
    • "This product is phenomenal... I'm the type of person who wants to disprove claims that seem too good to be true...This product lives up to the hype for cleaning old carpet with layers of dog grease in it... Life is good." - Popcorn Sally
34. Price: $14.88.
35. UV Black-Light Flashlight: Find hidden pet accidents with ease! Shine this flashlight on your carpet to locate stains caused by urine, feces, and vomit, regardless of whether they're dry or wet.
36. Reviewer highlights:
    • "OMG this is disgusting!!... I bought this because I thought my cat was peeing in one room and couldn't find the exact spot... Found the spot and more. Would recommend." - Momof3boys
37. Price: $12.99.
38. Pet Stain and Odor Remover Spray: Quickly eliminate any pet mess using this highly-rated spray on carpets, furniture, clothing, and more. From urine to vomit to feces, this spray has got you covered!
39. Reviewer highlights:
    • "I used it on several oil stains and some cat vomit (which is tough to get out!). It worked perfectly! I let it sit for 15 minutes and then washed the items, and they looked like new." - Dee
40. Price: $19.31, available in two sizes.
41. Folex Carpet Stain Remover: Use this nontoxic and easy-to-apply formula to spot clean carpet messes immediately after they happen. Simply spray the area, wait a couple of seconds, then blot with a cloth until the stain is lifted.
42. Reviewer highlights:
    • "Between potty training a toddler and having a dog who throws up on the carpet, we've gone through a TON of this carpet cleaner... Better to use it on a new stain. It takes more work to clean a spot that has been sitting on the carpet for several hours. Honestly, sometimes it cleans so well that the spot I clean is brighter than my other carpet until the whole floor is steam cleaned. Will continue to purchase." - Jessica and TJ
43. Price: $6.65.
44. Grandma’s Secret: Tackle any stubborn stain with this nontoxic formula. Use it to spot clean carpets, furniture, and clothing with ease!
45. Reviewer highlights:
    • "I used it on an older white shirt... then literally dumped a cup of coffee on it. It completely repelled the coffee. No stains, no lingering smell." - Kelly
46. Price: $9.99.
47. Bissell Little Green Machine: Deep clean carpets and remove pet messes quickly with this compact, portable machine. It fits nicely in most kitchen sinks for easy cleaning.
48. Reviewer highlights:
    • "The only thing that took the odor off my pee accident-prone puppy's couch accident... Amazing on carpets!!! I have used many pet cleaners but this one is easily my favorite. You want to soak up/clean up as much as you can, kinda pat dry, then spray a good amount. I like to let it set for a while, put down some carpet scent powder, and then vacuum over everything. You'll notice a distinct lighter color over your carpet because it cleans up EVERYTHING (not just the potty stains). Definitely worth the price, I'll be buying more again soon." - Asia Chance
49. Price: $123.59.
50. Carpet Cleaner Machine Formula: Deep clean carpets quickly, easily, and affordably with this nontoxic formula. It removes stains, deodorizes, and is compatible with various machines.
51. Reviewer highlights:
    • "I've been using Resolve for steam cleaners but after four or five passes, my old carpet still looked dirty and smelled like dog feet. Our newest dog had lived her entire life before us in a kennel, where she went at will. Suffice to say, my bedroom floor was an eyesore. The first use completely restored my aging carpet... I've noticed less shedding since using this product and her hair is so soft and fluffy." - Popcorn Sally
52. Price: $19.99.

Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.

1. The pet-friendly ear wipes in our market-priority-post, ear finger wipes, are a useful find for swiftly removing dirt and odor from pets' ears.
2. When shopping for pets, consider the breath freshener, a pet-safe water additive that helps eliminate bad breath, tartar, and plaque. It's a great choice for pets with sensitive stomachs, starting with a half-dose.
3. For managing pet litter messes, check out the cat litter mat, a double-layer waterproof mat that catches stray litter as pets step off the box, keeping floors and feet clean.
4. In pet care, odor and stain eliminators play a crucial role; consider the 2-in-1 product that utilizes active enzymes to clean stains and natural citrus oils to deodorize, making it a market-priority-post worth adding to your shopping list.
5. After using the pet hair remover roller, one reviewer noted, "This roller removed everything... Saved me hundreds. Well worth the money." It's a must-have tool for efficient pet hair removal in your shopping-home.

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