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1. A ChomChom pet hair remover if you adore your four-legged pal but *not* the shedding issue. They don't do it on purpose, but before you know it, there's a pet hair tumbleweed floating around your home! Roll it back and forth on the hair-ridden area, then empty it when you're done.
Promising review: "I have a golden retriever and the shedding is out of control. My fabric sofa is constantly covered in hair and I finally decided to try this after reading an article about popular TikTok products. The reviews do not lie, this thing works magic!! I wish I had taken a before and after picture because the difference is noticeable. I watched the video tutorial before I tried it to ensure I was using it properly and everything he says is true, you do really have to put your arm to work with vigorous back and forth movement! However, I find it's a great arm workout and it works wonders." —Joanne Ertel
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
2. Sunny & Honey Carpet Miracle cleaner when you need nothing short of a ~miracle~ to tackle pet messes. The professional-grade results will make you want to have a bottle on deck at all times!
Sunny & Honey is a family-run small business that specializes in cleaning products, especially ones for homes with pets!
Promising review: "I have three elderly dogs and one elderly cat. Incontinence issues have been a regular issue for my household. Carpet Miracle not only removes deep-set stains, has a pleasant scent and removes pet odor, it brightens the carpet like never before. If pet odor and deeply set stains and pet odor are a problem in your household, use Carpet Miracle! You won't regret it." —Charles Green
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two sizes and three scents; be sure to clip the $2 off coupon on the product page for this price!).
3. Plus, a portable Bissell Little Green machine — a lightweight yet efficient device to combat the pet-related stains in your home. You'll be so amazed by the results that you'll actually get excited about discovering messes that need to be cleaned.
The Bissell Little Green machine can be used on carpet, fabric, and upholstery. It offers strong spray and suction to remove tough pet stains with ease. It has a 48-ounce tank that allows you to do plenty of cleaning before a refill is needed. It comes with a 3-inch Tough Stain Tool, a HydroRinse Self-Cleaning Hose Tool, and a trial-size of Spot & Stain with Febreze Freshness formula.
Promising review: "I have a dog that takes over my furniture and I am fostering two puppies and they like to get things dirty! This is the solution and I honestly don't know why I did not get this sooner! It is the best thing I have found to clean these spots and get them off my furniture so that it looks better than ever!" —Kara L. Silvers
Get it from Amazon for $117.95+ (available in various styles/bundles).
4. A pet room spray for animal lovers who aren't exactly in love with the smells that accompany pet ownership. Yes, you can get rid of that gross odor *without* resorting to a strong chemical fragrance that'll just mask it.
They also make a top-rated pet candle that's worth checking out!
Pet House By One Fur All is a small biz based in Florida that makes products to freshen pet-loving homes.
Promising review: "Very effective odor control without the overpowering smell of “air fresheners.” This product actually DOES freshen the air and leaves behind a subtle scent. Highly recommended." —James O. Nelson
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six scents and as a two-pack).
5. A pet hair removal broom to pull actual GOBS of pet hair from the carpet no matter how deep it's buried. Even if you regularly vacuum, this tool is scary good at tackling any hair that might be embedded in your rug. Thanks for the gift, fluffy.
Check out our full FURemover pet hair broom review for more deets!
Promising review: "I have two dogs — a terrier mix and a short-hair dachshund mix. I have a navy woven couch that LOVES my dachshund's fur. I have tried pretty much everything to get the fur out — traditional lint roller, those blue fuzzy lint rollers, special vacuum attachments, etc. The terrier's fur comes out great with all of those options. The dachshund's fur, much like the dachshund herself, remains stubbornly on my couch. I got this product as the new 'let's see if it works' item of the month with low expectations. THE FUR ACTUALLY CAME OUT, GUYS. It acts like a broom for my couch — sweeping the fur (with some elbow grease) basically onto the floor where I vacuum it up! Give this a try if my story sounds pretty similar to yours!" —Janielle
Get it from Amazon for $12.98.
6. Or go straight to the source with a grooming rake made for pets with SUPER thick undercoats — it's cute until it's not. This gently removes loose hair and eliminates tangles, knots, dander, and trapped dirt so there's less of it in your home.
Promising review: "I have a German shepherd affectionately known as a German 'Shedder.' All I do is chase this dog around the house with my Dyson, especially the two times a year she blows her coat. I had no expectations when I ordered the undercoat rake as nothing else has worked besides a spring shave, which looks ridiculous. By reading the other reviews, I utilized short strokes, one area at a time and literally the fur was flying. It's the first time I really felt like I could successfully get to and eliminate the undercoat shedding. So much was coming off of her, a neighbor walking by expressed her displeasure with the flying fur! I've used it several days in a row now and despite the fact she's not a fan of standing still that long I think it is fantastic." —MollsMav
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in eight colors).
7. A water-based Folex carpet cleaner that'll take care of ANY disgusting accidents your carpet suffers at the paws of your pet. Unlike other harsh cleaners, it's odorless, nonflammable, and contains no solvents.
Promising review: “Love love love Folex!! Super easy to use. The bottle does exactly what it says. My chairs were SUPER DIRTY from my 2.5-year-old grandson eating and feeding dogs. I couldn’t believe how easy it was and how clean they got after just one use. Mind blown!!” —Carobnty
Get it from Amazon for $6.65.
8. And this UV black light flashlight if you're on a mission to find the latest gift your pet left for you. Mystery solved! This may shed a nasty ~light~ on your pet's habits, but at least you'll be able to target the issue more accurately now.
Promising review: "OMG this is disgusting!!! I hope this isn't all just cat pee that shows up cause there is a lot! I bought this because I thought my cat was peeing in one room and couldn't find the exact spot so I bought this. Found the spot and more. Would recommend." —Momof3boys
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
9. Premium clumping litter because what's worse than scooping only to have the clumps fall apart and release an awful ammonia stench into your home? Nothing. This award-worthy litter delivers hard clumps *and* superior odor control, so you know it's the good stuff.
Promising review: "Worth every penny. You can't believe any cat litter could be worth this price, right? But it is. After sticking with brands available in grocery stores for 40 years, I tried Dr. Elsey's. Everything about it is better. Odor control, ease of scooping, absorbency, dust reduction. Plus, my cat is obviously more comfortable with it." —Joan
Get an 18-pound bag from Amazon for $15.61 (also available in a 40-pound bag).
10. An air purifier tons of reviewers swear by, especially if you live in a pet household with tons of particles circulating in the air! This helps clean the air by removing dander, dust, mold, and pollen so you (and your pet) can breathe easier.
Promising review: "This is an excellent purifier for those who are affected by cat dander, mold, and other problems associated with breathing difficulties. I have several cats so there is so much hair in the air in addition to their dander. This machine has solved my breathing problems during the night. (I use it in my bedroom). In fact, I am sleeping better every night, which I'm sure is due to the cleaner air that I am breathing. Another plus is that I'm using a great deal less tissues." —Linda Cruz
Get it from Amazon for $89.99 (available in colors white and black).
11. And for good measure, a concentrated anti-allergen spray when you need to clean the air you're breathing, like, immediately. Fill it with water, shake it up, and spritz! It reduces airborne *and* surface allergens, including pet dander.
Good news: it's hypoallergenic, chemical-free, and fragrance-free!
Allergy Asthma Cleaning Store is a family-owned business making safe cleaning goods for the whole family. If you suffer from pet allergies, it's recommended you spray this daily. For dust mite allergies, try three times a week.
Promising review: "I have horrible allergies. Dust, certain dogs, all cats, pollen, etc. We have a vacation house that is used by many family members and their pets. Nothing has worked. I tried this and it’s amazing. No smell, no residue. I spray it on everything when I arrive and I’m not bothered by any dander at all. No more scratching my eyeballs raw or itchy throats. Just buy it already. Worth it!" —scoop
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (also available with refill packets).
12. A dog paw washer so you can work smarter not harder by preventing pet accidents before they happen! This will help you quickly and efficiently clean their filthy paws before letting them back inside. After some fun in the mud, you'll be thanking your lucky paws for this handy device!
Add water, insert paw, and let the soft silicone bristles do the dirty work!
Promising review: "During the winter months, my backyard is a mess as the grass dies off and the ground becomes muddy. Every time my old girl went outside, she came back with dirty paws. I tried wet rags, a small storage box with a couple of inches of water, and even baby wipes. This device is small and easy to use. I keep it in my garage by the back door and at the ready. I wash all four paws and dry them with a paper towel in a couple of minutes. I wish I invented this simple effective paw cleaner." —Dave P.
Get it from Amazon for $15.29+ (available in three sizes, eight colors, and two sizes with or without a lid).
13. A furniture cover that'll help protect your couch from your pet's unintentional yet never-ending shedding problem. When it's time for a refresh, simply pop it in the washer and dryer!
Promising review: "This cover has been a lifesaver for our fabric sofa. We had the sofa professionally cleaned and then put on the cover. When we have company, the cover comes off easily, stores easily, and leaves a hair-free, stain-free sofa for our guests. The cover's been on three months, and has been washed twice. All stains have come out without any special effort. We use a ChomChom to get dog hair off the cover while it's on the sofa. There doesn't seem to be any deterioration of the cover even though we use the ChomChom almost daily." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in 11 sizes and 25 colors).
14. A game-changing TubShroom if you often pay the price (in gross clumps of hair) for bathing your cat or dog in the bathtub. Bonus: it'll also catch your hair and prevent it from clogging the drain!
Promising review: "I shower my dogs in the tub and this makes it really easy to clean out the dog hair. It doesn't just stop the dog hair from going down the drain but it also lets the water continue to drain while collecting loads of dog hair. When my dog is shedding, I do have to pull it out to clean twice but that beats having to grab clumps of fur from the top of the drain every few seconds" —EV
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in five colors and as a two-pack).
15. A brilliant double-layered litter mat with a honeycomb design to catch and trap litter, which helps reduce the scattering you're always cleaning up. Press in on the sides to open the mat, then dump the litter back into the box (or the trash).
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes uses this litter mat and says: "I've been using this trapper mat for months now, and while it's pretty much impossible to eliminate all litter from your home if you own even one cat, let alone multiple, this mat has made keeping the floor of my litter box room MUCH more manageable. Unlike other mats, where the litter just kind of sits on top and eventually gets kicked elsewhere, this mat is designed so that the litter falls through the holes and stays inside the mat until you're ready to dump it. It's made out of an EVA material that's supposed to be gentle enough for cat paws, and my two kitties don't seem to have a problem walking on it. I *highly* recommend getting the larger 30-by-24-inch mat to extend the coverage area — I initially got the smaller one but went back for the larger size and it's perfect. Note that the mat will probably have a fold down the middle when it first arrives, but just give it some time and weigh it down with something if needed; it'll lay flat."
Promising review: "My cat has a serious issue tracking litter. Searched all over Amazon for a mat. Initially wanted a hard plastic one with raised sides, so I wasn’t sure how well this would work. But I’m not having to clean nearly as much. Stops almost all litter as my cat jumps out of the box. This is probably my favorite purchase I’ve ever made for my cat. 100% worth it. Get this!!" —None
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two sizes, three colors, and as a two-pack).
16. A stain and odor eliminator because you need to be armed and ready to handle unfortunate pet accidents as soon as they happen! You can use it on furniture, floors, and even clothes.
This stain and odor eliminator spray uses a chlorine-free and color-safe formula that is safe to use around pets and children. The natural enzymes in this product are activated on contact, which allows it to feed on ammonia crystals and organic matter until they're completely eliminated.
Rocco & Roxie is a family-owned small business named after the Magleby family's pets Rocco, a Labradoodle, and Roxie, a former shelter tabby cat. They make a variety of pet supplies, including cleaners, treats, grooming tools, accessories, and toys.
Promising review: "I don’t leave reviews, EVER! BUT this product is hands down worth every penny. I’m amazed, it’s magic. The dog urine smell from our kitchen tile grout was driving me [wild], to the point I was convincing my husband to buy me new flooring. I thought I would try this before dropping thousands on that idea. I’m glad I did! This stuff smells so damn good and the next day, I didn’t smell any urine anymore. Super thankful for this product, it’s my new go-to!" —ASHLEE
Get it from Amazon for $19.16+ (also available in a larger size).
17. Or a bottle of Angry Orange pet odor eliminator that'll fill your home with a heavenly citrus aroma so divine, you might forget that it also got rid of the lovely present your pet left for you. Spray the spot, let it sit for up to 10 minutes, then blot. No relentless scrubbing required!
Promising review: “This is it: the solution to all pet odors EVER!!!!! I moved into a rental but could definitely tell there had been a cat here before us. Sorry, cat lovers! They are cute, but they can smell bad if not properly cleaned up after, and I’m seriously allergic!!! So, I knew I had some scrubbing and massive cleaning ahead of me so that I could live here. I bought this and OMG! It was like magic!!! The smell was gone from every room except the downstairs bathroom, which I figured was the scene of the crime: the litter box location!!!!! I sprayed that room as though I was cleaning up evidence from a horrific crime and got the doorjamb really well. It is unreal, but the smell is GONE.” —LauraLiz
Get it from Amazon for $18.86+ (available in three sizes).
18. A jar of odor-removing gel if you're constantly battling an off-putting stench and need to call in reinforcements that'll get the job done. Open the jar, place it where odors linger, and the gel will absorb it rather than mask it.
I bought this stuff shortly after adopting a new cat because, somehow, I totally forgot about all the fun smells that linger in the house with a feline around. I keep this near the litter box and it makes a significant difference in the not-so-pleasant odors (with regular scooping/changing, of course). I went with the original scent and I LOVE that it doesn't give off an overpowering, artificial smell. One jar lasted over three months before I had to repurchase it. Needless to say, I bought a two-pack the second time around!
Promising review: "I have eight large breed dogs who have the run of the house, even though we sweep and vacuum twice a day you can still smell dog. I have little to nothing in the way of soft surfaces that hold odor and the whole house gets a deep clean three times a week, but the smell keeps popping up. I put three of these around my house and people have asked me if the dogs are not in the house anymore. It doesn't cover up the smell, it really eliminates it and leaves the house smelling crisp and clean." —Pamela Caldwell BB
Get a set of two from Amazon for $22.49 (available in three scents, various sizes, and in multipacks).
19. An effortless lint remover, which is no match for trapped animal hair. Whether it's embedded in your clothes, rugs, or blankets, this will help you tackle it without hauling your vacuum out.
Check out a TikTok of the lint removers in action.
Promising review: "Love this tool!!! I bought it based off a TikTok hack I stumbled upon to help tackle pet hair. I have three cats who shed and sometimes I don’t think my vacuum picks it up very well. Well I purchased this and it removed pretty much all the hair in the areas I went over my carpet with. I cleaned an entire staircase without breaking a sweat using this tool and it picks up so much hair!!" —Kymberlianne Brackins
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $7.99.
20. And these pet grooming gloves for gently and effectively removing excess pet hair while also giving them a soothing massage. You'll be *shook* by how much hair these gloves can get rid of.
Promising reviews: "I don't normally leave reviews, but I felt not doing so wouldn't do this product justice. I have two dogs, shorter hair, that I brush daily. I had NO idea how ineffective the brush I was using was, until I used these gloves!! My dogs love it and it removes so much hair and dandruff, you will never want to stop. Well worth the price and your dogs will love you even more!!" —Kristy Kaat
"Well, these are by far the best grooming tools I've used to brush my cat. I'm shocked at the amount of hair these things remove. That being said, I've got enough hair off one grooming to make myself another whole cat. Definitely worth the money." —Mike Desroches
Get a pair from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in five colors).
21. A senior cat litter box that's easier for older kitties to use. The entrance is low enough that it won't be challenging to access, but the sides are high enough to keep litter inside and prevent those yucky accidents.
Promising review: "I’m so glad I purchased this truly well-made litter box for my senior kitty Dublin. The entrance part is nice and low, but not too low that litter spills out. The sides are high enough to allow for an ample amount of litter. The material is sturdy and smooth without sharp edges and doesn’t bend or buckle. I’ve had cats most of my life and many litter boxes along the way, but this is definitely my favorite. I highly recommend buying this litter box!" —arissimo
Get it from Amazon for $39.95.
22. And heavy-duty litter box liners to withstand even the most ferocious scratchers and diggers. This is an absolute *must* if you often encounter a pool of urine at the bottom of the box (🤢) thanks to all the holes your cat made.
Cats who like to tear big holes in litter box liners make them pretty much pointless to use, but reviewers say these heavy-duty liners are sturdy enough to withstand the shredding. These are jumbo-size too, so they'll fit most litter boxes.
Promising review: "I think these litter liners are by far the best on the market. They are very thick so when you're scooping, they don't rip or tear any holes that cause a big mess under the liner. They really last a long time! It's also handy that they have the pulls like garbage bags that make it very easy to grab and throw away." —Linda S.
Get a 15-pack from Amazon for $10.29 (also available as a five-pack and in a scented version).
23. An odor-eliminating candle when your space needs a major reset in the scent department. It's made with special enzymes that banish funky odors instead of covering 'em up.
I Just Make Scents is a small biz owned by a husband and wife team. They sell hand-poured soy candles.
Promising review: "The item came QUICK and was AMAZING. Definitely exceeded my expectations. I LOVED the scent; everything about it was just perfect. I needed a candle to get rid of a pet smell in my home, and when I tell you, within ONE HOUR the smell was almost completely unrecognizable. I could not smell any dog back there!!! The dog smell was VERY bad and strong in my house, so I KNOW this candle is strong with taking out a bad smell in the house. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! I really love it, and I’m about to buy five more candles and will continue to do so!!! Only thing I wish they had was a bigger candle 'cause their candles are quite small. … But I love them, and they do the job!!!" —Elicia
Get it from I Just Make Scents on Etsy for $11.99.
24. A washable pee pad perfect for pets who don't always make it outside in time to do their business! Whether they're still potty training or getting older and having occasional accidents, this will be a huge help. They're machine washable, so you don't have to keep rebuying them *and* you'll reduce waste. Win-win!
Promising review: "I love the size and look of this pad. I have an old lady pug who at times cannot wait to go out and she always pees on the rug leading from my door. I have just replaced the rug with the pee pad and it works perfectly and it is cute too. I have washed and dried both with no issues." —Stacy
Get it from Amazon for $30.95+ (available in two shapes, three multipack sizes, and various pee pad sizes).
25. A self-charging Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac Vacuum Cleaner so you can spend more time with your furry friend instead of cleaning up after 'em. It can go for up to 100 minutes and it's *much* quieter than a traditional vacuum, so it won't send them running for the hills!
It vacuums for up to 100 minutes on hardwood floors with consistent, powerful suction at a volume no louder than an operating microwave. It comes with a remote control (two AAA batteries included), a charging base, an AC power adapter, a cleaning tool, an extra set of high-performance filters, four side brushes, five cable ties, a welcome guide, and a 12-month warranty.
Check out this vacuum in action on TikTok!
Promising review: "For the longest time, I thought that robot vacuums were a luxury I couldn't afford. I couldn't see myself spending hundreds on a gadget when my monthly vacuum jobs were getting the job done UNTIL we brought a golden doodle puppy into our home. Since getting rid of the puppy wasn't an option, I decided to look into buying a robot vacuum. I thought I would have to spend upwards of $500 so I was happily surprised to find this Eufy vacuum cleaner for $250 and with such stellar reviews. The first time the vacuum ran, it picked up a [wild] amount of dust, dirt and hair. I emptied out the container and eagerly awaited the next day's run thinking it would be relatively clean. NOPE. Every day this vacuum has run, it has picked up [huge] amounts of dirt and hair. My house is cleaner than it has ever been, I'm dusting less than I used to before and I am much more relaxed not having to stress with the daily cleaning. Eufy is now a member of our family. I 110% recommend that you buy this if you want to have a clean house and make your life easier." —Joe W.
Get it from Amazon for $249.99 (available in two styles)/
26. A pet-proof toilet paper protector to put an end to the shredded TP disaster your pet so lovingly leaves for you in the bathroom. Never again!
Rare 3D Shop is a small business that sells unique 3D-printed products.
Promising review: "This is the only cover that has been able to deter my two cats from shredding our toilet paper! It is worth its weight in gold if you have toilet paper obsessed cats! It also goes perfectly with my bathroom decor! It's both functional and good looking! What more could you want??" —Erin Klodt
Get it from Rare 3D Shop on Etsy for $34.99 (available in 17 colors).
27. A Swiffer, aka the actual GOAT at picking up that thick layer of pet hair coating your entire floor. It can be used with dry *and* wet pads, so it's also great for tackling the gag-inducing liquids your pet may expel on occasion.
This set includes a Swiffer device, 14 dry cloths (four heavy duty and ten regular), three wet heavy duty pads, and two wet mopping pads.
Promising review: "Works great. In my part of Texas, it's really hot, dry, and dusty. I have three indoor-only cats, which equals tons of dusting, tons of cat fur and yep, cat barf hairballs (which I use the wet pads for). Works like a charm for every mess." —K. Saiz
Get it from Amazon for $12.97.
28. Finally, a tub o' heavy duty cleaning wipes that'll turn big, stressful pet messes into quick and easy cleanup jobs. Did I mention these smell aaah-mazing and are gentle on the hands, too?
Promising review: "It’s not just your run-of-the-mill cleaning wipes, there’s something about this product that actually legitimately works. I have dogs who pee and poop in the house sometimes, and I use this product to clean their messes. And it is miraculous. No stains, no smell, nothing. I’ve used it on the inside of my car and removed marks that have been on there for years. It almost works like an eraser. And it works on fabric, wood, rugs, and glass. I buy three or four tubs at a time because I don’t want to run out. This is my go-to white for pretty much everything. And they’re really not that expensive. Kudos to the Inventors of this!!!" —Jim
Get a tub of 40 wipes from Amazon for $8.97+ (available in two wipe sizes, in counts of 40 or 90, in multipack sizes, and as a refill).
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