Including effective scent eliminators and gentle paw wipes
How to Keep Your Home Clean and Fresh with Pets
- No More Stained Furniture: Zqffb Washable Non-Slip Couch Cover, $24 (orig. $30)
- Eliminates (Not Masks) Smells: K.O.E. Kennel Odor Eliminator Formula, $25
- Removes Cat Litter Odor: GermGuardian HEPA Air Purifier, $81 (orig. $100)
- Gently Cleans Paws: Earth Rated Pet Wipes, $10
- Freshens Couches, Blankets, and Bedding: Pet-Pourri Pet Odor Air + Fabric Odor Eliminator Spray, Canine Coconut, $15
- Post-Walk Must-Have: Dog by Dr Lisa Leave-in Conditioner Spray, $25 with coupon (orig. $28)
- No More Lingering Dust or Dander: Bahuun Vacuum Light, $22 (orig. $30)
- Keeps Your Carpets Fresh: Arm & Hammer Pet Fresh Carpet Odor Eliminator, Pack of 3, $14 (orig. $17)
- Long-Lasting Aromas: Pura Home Mini Fragrance Diffuser, $49
- Pet-Safe Fragrance: Aera Diffuser, $95
Two things can be true at once: You can absolutely adore your pet and not want them (namely, their smells and dander) to overtake your home. Luckily, our pet-owning editors are replete with smart (and pet-safe) ways to keep everything fresh and clean.
Whether it’s a gentle leave-in conditioner that refreshes your pup’s coat after a walk to park, an air purifier that removes all traces of nearby litter boxes, or a pre-vacuum powder that eliminates odors from carpets, we’ve tried it all. Better yet, all of our recommendations are available at Amazon. Prices start at just $10.
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Zqffb Washable Non-Slip Couch Cover
$30 $24 at Amazon
“I don’t have pets of my own, but I have two little furry sisters living with my parents. Recently, my dad discovered these non-slip couch covers that protect the upholstery on their couches from dirty paws. Plus, they’re a more aesthetically pleasing alternative to mismatched towels or blankets. The covers are also ultra-plush and can be thrown right into the washing machine.” — Izzy Baskette, shopping writer
K.O.E. Kennel Odor Eliminator Formula
$25 at Amazon
“My sweet golden girl has her favorite cuddle spot on the couch, which inevitably gets a little smelly. I’ve tried so many different sprays and cleaning solutions that always seem to just mask the scent for a few hours, but this odor concentrate actually eliminates it! I feel so much more confident when friends come over that they can’t smell the stink. And it’s going to last me so long because you only need to mix a little bit of the solution with water — I put mine in this glass bottle, so it’s easy to spray on my couch, carpet, and curtains.” — Alex Nelson, associate editorial director
GermGuardian HEPA Air Purifier
$100 $81 at Amazon
“Cat parents know that attempting to mask litter box odors with fragrance only makes the problem worse. Along with scooping regularly and investing in quality litter, this air purifier eliminates odors rather than attempting to cover them up, preventing the litter scent from wafting through my home. I have smaller air purifiers positioned throughout my home, but this pick, with a 743-square-foot coverage area, does most of the heavy lifting.” — Maggie Horton, shopping writer
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Earth Rated Pet Wipes
$10 at Amazon
“Like many households, we have a no-shoes-inside policy — and that goes for dirty paws, too. After walks, I wipe Finney’s paws and body down with these gentle, hydrating wipes. Beyond cleaning off whatever he’s picked up outside, they help keep him smelling fresh between baths, which also means less lingering dog odor around my home.” — Jeaneen Russell, shopping writer
Pet-Pourri Pet Odor Air + Fabric Odor Eliminator Spray, Canine Coconut
$15 at Amazon
“Listen, I love candles, but what truly makes the difference is this upholstery and fabric spray. As a former Floridian, I love a coconut scent, and this spray makes my couch, in particular, smell fresh for guests (especially as it’s my dog’s favorite place to rest and clean herself… IYKYK).” — Madison Yauger, senior shopping editor
Dog by Dr Lisa Leave-in Conditioner Spray, $25 with coupon
$28 $25 at Amazon
“Sometimes you have to go right to the source. On park days when my pup brings the smells of outside into my apartment, I spritz a little of this leave-in conditioner on her. It not only refreshes her coat, but also everything she then lays on. Win-win!” — Madison Yauger
Bahuun Vacuum Light
$30 $22 at Amazon
“As someone with two cats and a dust allergy, I need to be super diligent with vacuuming. Yet somehow I always seemed to find fur and litter lingering in my apartment, no matter how often I cleaned. That all changed when I bought this light: It illuminates even the smallest particle of dust or dander so I can be absolutely sure I didn’t miss a spot.” — Tatjana Freund, senior shopping editor
Arm & Hammer Pet Fresh Carpet Odor Eliminator, Pack of 3
$17 $14 at Amazon
“My wife and I have been using this stuff for at least a decade. It’s so easy (and satisfying) to sprinkle on the carpet and rugs before our weekly vacuuming. The longer you let it sit, the more intense the scent — but it freshens up the whole room even if you vacuum it up immediately.” — Clint Davis, shopping editor
Pura Home Mini Fragrance Diffuser
$49 at Amazon
“Even my dog walker has commented on this tiny but mighty diffuser because it throws scent like a Yankees pitcher. I personally love the honeysuckle and ocean scents, but there are a ton of fragrance profiles to choose from!” — Madison Yauger
Aera Diffuser
$95 at Amazon
“A lot of natural fragrances are made with essential oils, which can be dangerous for pets to ingest, especially if you have cats that groom themselves. These Aera fragrances are deliberately pet-safe and smell incredible. Plus, I appreciate the ability to adjust the scent power for when I have guests over, so I can make sure my apartment never smells like I own cats.” — Kate Geraghty, vice president of commerce home group
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