By: Beth van Mullem
Spring is here and it’s a good time to do some spring cleaning for your dog or cat. Here are some good cleaning tips.
1. Food and water bowls. Wash the bowl with regular dish soap and hot water and give it a good scrub. If the bowls are dishwasher safe, run them through the dishwasher after initial deep cleaning. Be sure to check for cracks in the bowls and replace when necessary.
2. Bedding. Remove bedding, blankets, covers, etc. and wash them in the washing machine per instructions on the items. Be sure to dry completely to avoid mildew and mold.
3. Toys. Inspect your pet’s toys to make sure they are still safe. If broken or cracked, throw the toys away and get new ones. If the toys can be washed, follow instructions on the item and give them a good washing in the washing machine or hand wash and dry completely. Be sure to follow the instructions on your washer and dryer too.
4. Kennel and crate. For an outdoor kennel, remove all bedding, mats, toys, etc. from the kennel and thoroughly clean the kennel with a pet friendly cleaning solution or disinfectant. Use a hose to rinse and spray down everything until clear from dirt and grime and chemicals from the cleaning solution or disinfectant. Let the kennel dry before letting the pet and bedding back in. For an indoor crate, remove all bedding, mats, toys, etc, from the crate and clean all surfaces with a pet friendly cleaning solution or disinfectant and rinse thoroughly. Make sure the crate is dry before letting the pet and bedding back in.
5. Litter box. Empty the litter box. Inspect the litter box to make sure that it is in good shape, not cracked, or stained from too much use. If it is still in good shape, fill the litter box with hot water and dish soap and let it soak for a few minutes. After a good soak, empty the water and give it a good scrub using a pet friendly disinfectant spray and rinse thoroughly. Let it dry completely before you putting new litter back in the box.
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