Pet Parent Survival: Spring Cleaning Edition

If you share your home with a furry chaos agent, you know spring cleaning is less about fresh starts and more about damage control. Here’s how I (barely) survive: Pet beds: If it smells like a wet dog, it’s probably the bed. Small ones go in the wash with a disinfectant boost. Big ones? Vacuum, vinegar wipe, then sunbathe. Bonus: your cat will act like you bought them a new bed. Toys: Dishwasher = miracle. KONGS and hard toys on the top rack, skip the dry cycle, and use vinegar instead of soap. Your dog will be thrilled to re-slobber them. Litter boxes: Scoop daily, but every spring, take it outside, hose it down, and sprinkle baking soda before refilling. Your cat might still judge you, but at least it won’t smell. Stains: Mix hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, and dish soap. Scrub. Repeat. Pray. Works on collars, too. Finish with a pet-safe air freshener and pretend you’re winning at adulthood. #PetParentLife #SpringCleaning #PetHacks #Pets