March 12, 2025 | On-Target Floor Care | Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

Managing Pet Hair on Carpet & Upholstery

Pet hair on your clothes. In your food. Drifting across your floors like tumbleweeds.

If you have a long-haired dog or cat, you know the frustration.

For allergy sufferers, it’s a real problem. Even if you’re not allergic, excessive pet hair can be annoying—and worse, it can become embedded deep in your carpet and upholstery, trapping allergens and causing long-term damage.

The good news? With a solid plan, you can keep pet hair under control and maintain clean, allergen-free floors and furniture.

Here’s our top strategy for tackling pet hair buildup daily, weekly, and yearly.


Daily Pet Hair Control

  • Brush Your Pet – A few minutes of brushing each day reduces shedding and keeps loose hair from spreading.
  • Use a Rubber Glove or Squeegee – Run a damp glove or rubber squeegee over upholstery to lift hair quickly.
  • Vacuum High-Traffic Areas – A pet-specific vacuum with strong suction prevents hair from settling deep in fibers.
  • Limit Pet Access to Furniture – If possible, train pets to stay off couches or use washable covers.

Weekly Pet Hair Removal Routine

  • Deep Vacuuming with HEPA Filters – A HEPA-equipped vacuum helps trap fine hair and allergens.
  • Wash Pet Beds & Blankets – Keeping their bedding clean reduces how much hair transfers to carpets and furniture.
  • Use a Lint Roller or Sticky Tape – Ideal for quick touch-ups on couches, chairs, and curtains.
  • Apply Anti-Static Spray – Reduces static cling, making hair easier to vacuum or wipe away.

Yearly Deep Cleaning Plan

  • Schedule Professional Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning – A deep clean removes embedded hair, dander, and allergens.
  • Steam Clean Upholstery & Carpets – Steam helps loosen stuck hair and refresh fabric.
  • Change HVAC Filters Regularly – Pet hair and dander circulate in the air—clean filters improve indoor air quality.