Dogs are our biggest fans, but they can also cause some of the biggest messes in our homes.
From lick marks on windows to dander on our shelves, dogs like to leave a little bit of
themselves wherever they go. But those cute little messes can get overwhelming, especially for
new dog owners. To help you keep your home clean without overwhelming your budget, here
are a few budget-friendly tidy tips to get you started.
Save While Stocking Up on Cleaners
Dog shaming will only go so far in keeping your home clean. A regular cleaning schedule is the
secret to keeping messes to a minimum around your home. To help you keep your home clean,
you’ll need to stock up on a variety of cleaning supplies like paper towels, odor eliminators,
stain removers and upholstery cleaners. Luckily, buying the supplies you need doesn’t have to
put a strain on your budget. You can easily find special offers from big retailers such as Target.
A quick online search reveals in-store offers and cashback rewards.
Find a Quality a Vacuum at a Reasonable Price
If you have carpets or rugs and you have a dog, you will need a vacuum to pick up all that fur.
Dogs tend to shed throughout the year, but their fur really begins to fall out as the seasons
change. Without a vacuum, you will be left with mounds of fur and dander in your floors, which
can make allergies worse. Look online for the best budget-friendly vacuums, and then search
for online deals and coupons for stores such as Amazon that can help you save money.
Pick Up Some Floor Mats
To prevent muddy paws from tracking dirt and stains onto your floors, get mats to put around
all of your entryways. Placing a mat outside the door and inside will help pick up some of that
mud, and keep water from building up on your floors. Excess moisture can lead to mold growth,
smells and even falls, so preventing it is a good idea. Walmart has tons of home essentials,
including affordable mats and rugs. Save even more by looking for coupons and sales to put
some cash back into your hands each time you make a purchase.
Find Savings on Odor Eliminators
In addition to muddy paw prints, dogs also tend to leave odors around your home. You may not
even notice the smell anymore, but visitors definitely will. Cleaning on a regular basis will keep
odors from building up in carpets and rugs, but what about those hard-to-clean items?
Mattresses and furniture can retain odors and be tricky to work into your cleaning routine. You
can have them professionally cleaned, but that gets expensive quick. To eliminate odors around
your home, and even reduce allergens, products like Febreze are your new best friends. As an
added bonus, there are usually a ton of coupons and offers for Febreze, so be sure to search
online before you pick up some bottles for your home.
Bulk Buy Lint Rollers
Even with the strictest cleaning schedule, your dog’s hair is bound to end up on fabrics,
including your clothing. You can resolve to never wear dark colors again, but the better option
would be to have plenty of lint rollers and static spray on hand. Find savings for brands like
Static Guard or try mixing up a bottle of homemade static spray. Lint rollers also come in handy
for removing fur from your furniture and fabrics in a flash. You may also find it easier to buy
these items in bulk, at retailers like Costco and Sam’s Club, so you can have them stocked in
your home, car and office.
You love your dog, but you may not always love his messes. Establishing a plan around keeping
your home tidy, then finding savings on cleaning supplies and tools can make it possible to
maintain a clean home without denting your savings.
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