How to Get Rid Of Pet Hair & Pet Dander From Your Home

 

The notion of getting your first pet is a life changing experience bit often what actually takes place when your pet comes home is far from the fairy tale dream. Many first-time pet owners take for granted or had never put thought to that they may be allergic to pets or suffer from pet allergies. After days of continuous sneezing,wheezing and itching will one cone to terms that there may be an issue at hand and although we may be angry is not Fido and Fluffy fault and if you are one of the lucky ones who aren’t allergic, airborne pet odors can still be quite irritating.
The common misperception we get told by our Customers is that their pet fur is the root cause of their allergic reactions but the actual problem is the result from dander, which is composed of microscopic flakes of pet skin, saliva, dried urine, and feces. When pet hair and dander become airborne they immediate become a threat to anyone in the home whether they have allergies or not.

Allergies from Animals are Common

If you suffer from pet allergies you are not alone and a recent research conducted by the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, stated that ~10 % of all humans are allergic to animals and between 20-30% percent of all asthma sufferers experiencing allergies caused by pets. Without sounding to bias the statistics state that twice as many people have symptoms from cats compared to dogs.
Pet Dander and Allergen Facts

• More people are allergic to cats than they are to dogs. This may be due to the severity of the allergen Fe D1, or because dogs are generally bathed regularly, whereas cats are not.
• Between 6 and 10 million Americans are allergic to cats, and approximately one-third of them have cats in their homes.
• Animal dander, hair, and other organic debris in homes can also result in a significant increase in the level of dust mites, mite feces, and other allergenic insect parts.
• Allergens may be found months or years after a pet has been removed from a house.
• Pet-borne allergens commonly infiltrate places where pets have never been present, such as schools, workplaces, and other public spaces. Since dander allergens are sticky, they can be transported to these places on the clothing of pet owners.
• Animal hair, despite popular belief, is not considered to be a significant allergen. However, hair can collect pollen, dust, mold, and other allergens. Some cat and dog breeds, like this Siberian cat, are believed by many to be hypoallergenic
• There are no “non-allergenic” breeds of dogs or cats. Some breeds of both species, however, are believed to be hypoallergenic; anecdotal reports claim that the Siberian, rex, and sphynx cat breeds are less likely to provoke an allergic attack than most other cats. Similarly, dog breeds, such as poodles and schnauzers, have been reported to be less allergenic. None of these claims has been validated scientifically.

First Reported on –https://www.nachi.org/pet-allergens.htm

Best Air Purifier For Pet Allergies

The good news for allergy sufferers is that pet hair and pet dander can be managed and contained in your home.Pet allergens are lightweight and airborne and a HEPA filter will be the best tool and solution for the job. HEPA filters are considered a mechanical system that captures and traps pet hair into a filter by utilizing multiple sieves which can also trap small allergens and bacteria as well.

Traditional HEPA filters can trap 99.9% of the airborne particulates but do very little to address the odors associated with the dander and pet hair. Carbon activated filters are highly porous in nature but have a limitation in removing odors and has also been known to leak or off gass the odors when full back into the environment. The OdorKlenz mobile air system provides pet owners with a two-stage filtration process which address the particulate removal of pet dander through a medical grade HEPA filter along with odor neutralization with a specialty cartridge. For more information on choosing the best pet air purifier for your home click here.

 

 

 

How to Control Animal Allergens

Along with having a good air purifier or filtration system in place routine cleaning will also reduce pet dander and pet odors in your home as well. Something as minutes weekly vacuuming of your homes carpeting, furniture, and draperies can make a huge difference in the air quality in your home as well as reduce the allergens which trigger your allergies.

Along with a daily to weekly vacuuming fo your carpeting, you should also be deep cleaning your carpets every 3-4 months. Carpets are known for harboring pet dander and a good steam cleaning or carpet cleaning can help minimize the dander and pet hair that can stir up your allergies. The OdorKlenz Source treatment for carpets and upholstery can be used with a hot water extractor to remove and neutralize pet and urine odors without the use of masking agents or fragrances. Visit our OdorKlenz resource page for more information on how to get urine smell out of carpet

Wash Bedding Weekly

Keep a good and sound cleaning routine and regimen is crucial for controlling your allergies around your pet. Add to your monthly chore list cleaning your pet’s bedding to help minimize pet odor and dander buildup. We recommend washing your pets blankets and bedding covers in hot water and using OdorKlenz laundry additive to safely and effectively remove the odors from your clothes, bedding, and linens.