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Asthma And Allergies
Good Reasons To "Flip" Your Home Maintenance Routines
From getting out blankets, replacing smoke detector batteries, and flipping mattresses, many people start "flipping" their home routines when the seasons change.
Dog Poop
The Scoop on Dog Poop
Not picking up after our dogs is actually bad for the environment.
IICRC
Pets & People: Protecting Your Carpet
The United States is home to some 68 million dog owners and 73 million cat owners, according to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association. That’s a lot of love—and a lot of carpet stains. Accidents on carpet require quick cleanup to remove bacteria and odor.
Pets
How to De-Skunk Your Pet
Remove “eau de skunk” from your pet using a simple formula.
Stain Removal
Carpet Spot Removal 101
Stain-resist treatments provided on most carpets are designed to repel most acid-based dyes in many, but not all, foods and beverages. With proper patience and prompt attention, most common household spills can be removed.
Carpet Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning Tips - Spot Removal
Removing Tough Spots and Stains (Think Red Wine and Chocolate).
Removing Forest Fire or Wildfire Retardants
Technical tips on removing fire retardants.
Well Look What the Dog Brought In — Infestations, Itching and Disease
Ways to keep your home and your pet parasite free.
Know Your Asthma Triggers and Clear the Air
Keys to asthma-proofing your home.
Pet Protection: Rat and Mouse Poisons Could Also Harm Pets
Place rodent-killing baits in places inaccessible to companion animals.
Pregnant Women: Beware the Litter Box — and the Garden
You may not notice should you contract toxoplasmosis, sometimes found in kitty litter and other sources in or around the home. But the parasite is dangerous for your baby.
Keep Your Pets Safe While Maintaining Your Lawn And Garden
The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center answers the most common questions asked when it comes to gardening and yard care.
Love Your Furry Friends Without Getting Sick
Pocket pets can transmit salmonella to people. Here's how to handle them safely.
Put Fleas to Flight
It takes more to get rid of fleas than simply treating your pet.
Contagious Pets
Protect your family from zoonotic diseases.
Pet Meets Carpet (and Furniture)
Damage to textiles from pet accidents only worsens as time goes by. Find out how to take the appropriate action early on.
Pet Fur Frenzy
Cleaning expert Don Aslett solves the pet hair problem.