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I’m a dog owner – my pet hair cleaning hack rids carpets of fur and only costs £2 at B&M
A DOG owner has revealed a pet hair cleaning hack that rids carpets of fur – and it costs just £2 at B&M.
The savvy animal lover took to social media to let fans in on her secret tool – a squeegee, or window cleaner.
The woman filmed her dog and the fur it left behind on the carpet even after she hoovered[/caption]
She then revealed a hack on how to get rid of it all[/caption]
TikToker @kernowmaiden posted the short clip, which told viewers how to clean their carpets thoroughly.
The footage began with the culprit dog and the floor covered in fur.
The woman said: “So I have run through with the hoover everywhere already but there is always still puppy fur left.
“This is an old trick that I saw on Facebook years ago and you get a squeegee, mine is well used as you can see, and you give the carpet a good scrape once you’ve hoovered.
“I love doing this actually because it is a really good workout, the other thing it does is fluff up your carpet to make it look really lovely.”
The woman continued to use the squeegee across the carpet in sections, scraping the remaining hair into columns.
She then collected the remaining clumps of hair and showed her new fresh carpet.
A squeegee similar to one used by the TikToker can be bought at B&M stores across the UK for just £2.
She said: “This was even after the Dyson hoover, but puppy fur just gets everywhere.
“And there we have it, fluff balls everywhere, it’s amazing how much comes up.”
The video has more than 500 views with pet owners commenting with their own struggles.
“Oh my lord,” a TikTok user said.
“I’ve got three dogs and honestly it’s like King Canute trying to keep back the tide,” another added.
Another influencer has revealed an easy way to collect dog hair.
The hack requires a regular bristle broom and a roll of wide packing tape.
Simply pull out a strip of tape the length of the bottom of your broom.
Stick one half along the bottom of the bristles, with the bottom half of the tape forming a sticky barrier underneath.
When you sweep, the broom will catch most of the dog hair – but anything that slips past will stick to the tape.
The woman claimed the squeegee was the best tool to rid the carpet of animal hair[/caption]
A squeegee can be purchased at B&M for £2[/caption]
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I’m a dog expert – the breeds to avoid at all costs if you live in a city
CITY dwellers may love dogs just as much as their suburban counterparts, but not all pups are cut out for apartment life.
One veterinarian has pointed out that there are a few breeds that require more attention and exercise than most busy, working adults can handle.
A veterinarian has pointed out that there are a few breeds that require more attention and exercise than most busy, working adults can handle[/caption]
Potential pet owners are often instructed to do their research in order to find a dog that’s personality and genetic tendencies matches well with their lifestyle.
People who are away from home often should keep in mind that some breeds that have higher rates of separation anxiety and need to be played with often.
These five dog breed groups are least suited for absentee parents, according to canine expert, Mark Dos Anjos.
Sled Dogs
Between their beautiful coats and wisdom-filled eyes, the Siberian Husky and other sled dogs are certainly a tempting choice for animal lovers.
However, Huskies are also bred to work, pulling sleds through heavy snow and difficult terrain.
“Bored Siberians are prone to many behavioral problems,” remarked Dos Anjos.
The dog behavior specialist has seen people attempting to deal with Huskies that are escape artists, excessive chewers, or professional yard diggers.
While he loves the breed, he said that he has also seen many cases where Huskies were brought to the shelter to be put down after their owners realized they were not equipped to care for them.
Herding Breeds
For people ready to throw a frisbee and take their dogs out on long hikes, or farmers in need of a helping paw, herding dogs might be the perfect fit.
Herding breeds, such as Border Collies, love to have a job and need an outlet for their excessive energy.
Unfortunately, these fast-paced and quick-witted dogs are probably not the best choice for urban families that don’t have much space.
“If you cannot interact with your dog all day long and do not have livestock for him to take care of, this herding dog is not a good breed to adopt,” noted Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos suggests that people think twice before taking in a dog that is constantly looking for its next task.
Hunting Breeds
Some dogs simply need more attention than others.
The Weimaraner, which is a member of the hunting dog breed group, is probably not best for most people who are away from their homes.
“They are prone to separation anxiety, and like many hunting dogs, are known as a ‘Velcro’ breed,” explained Dos Anjos.
Velcro breeds need consistent care from their owners, which is something that is not accessible for many people who work nine-hour long days.
Dos Anjos warns that when hunting dogs are left home alone with nothing to do, they can become rather disruptive.
He encourages avid hunters to adopt this type of dog.
Livestock Guard Dogs
Labs might seem like the perfect laid-back pooch for a preoccupied couple.
However, the breed was designed to guard livestock, and their intelligence makes them prone to a few extra needs.
Dos Anjos does admit that labs have been the most popular breed in the world, year after year. However, that does not mean they are for everyone.
“Labs are intelligent. Maybe too much so,” he writes. “Like many intelligent dogs that have nothing to do during the day, labs are prone to separation anxiety,” revealed Dos Anjos.
The dog expert believes that labs are best off with larger families that can keep their pups entertained.
Guard Dogs
Guard dogs and watchdogs are wonderful creatures when given proper training, however, not all pet owners can commit to their needs.
Dos Anjos says that German Shepards, in particular, are known for their incredible loyalty to their owners.
Yet, Shepards are also very needy and perform best when they are given one-on-one attention from their masters.
“Many people adopt one of these dogs and then do not bother with even the most basic training. They expect their German Shepherd to sit around the house and be as happy as any small lap dog,” Dos Anjos notes.
For people ready to sign up for some training classes, the German Shepard may become a great surveillance system and worthy companion.
Shepards are also very needy and perform best when they are given one-on-one attention from their masters[/caption]
Labs were designed to guard livestock, and their intelligence makes them prone to a few extra needs[/caption]
The dog behavior specialist has seen people attempting to deal with Huskies that are escape artists, excessive chewers, or professional yard diggers[/caption]
The Weimaraner, which is a member of the hunting dog breed group, is probably not best pick for most people who are away from their homes often[/caption]
I’m a pest control expert – there’s an easy way to stop mice & rats entering your home… and it costs just £1 at Asda
A PEST control expert has revealed an easy way to stop mice and rats from entering your home – and it costs just £1 from Asda.
The expert took to TikTok (@twinhomeexperts) to tell his followers the genius way to get rid of pesky rodents.
A pest control expert shared his £1 hack to stop mice and rats from entering your home[/caption]
The clip, captioned: “RAT Hack we want to share…” begins by panning the bottom of a door with some strange looking materials in front of the gap.
A green mesh layer with a metal sponge can be seen blocking the gap beneath the door.
“If you have any potential sources of where you think the rats are coming in and out, what you can do is take a [metal] sponge, fill that particular hole.”
The metal will block the entry point rodents are using.
Laying a soft sponge that mice and rats can chew through before the metal one can act as proof that this is the entry point in use.
If there are chewed up bits of sponge before the wire mesh the following day, it proves rodents have been trying to gnaw their way through.
He then wrote: “Next step is to now investigate the exterior entry point, seal then trap”.
All this cheap hack takes is a steel wool sponge.
Asda sells spiral scourers for as little as £1.
The handy video racked up over 1,000 likes and viewers were quick to leave their thoughts on the useful tip.
One user wrote: “Great hack!”
Another said: “Smart tactic. I definitely need to do this in my garage”.
A third commented: “That’s interesting,” to which the pest expert replied: “They chew to get to the food”.
Twinhomeexperts are known by their 788k followers for posting home advice, pest control tips and handy how-to’s for home owners.
Their TikTok page has amassed a whopping 9.9million likes overall.
This comes after another pest expert revealed the three biggest mistakes homeowners make that invite ants and cockroaches into your house.
One more pest expert shared their handy tips on how to stop ants from attacking your home and laying eggs.
Another expert revealed the hidden signs that your home might be riddled with terrifying bugs.
And if you’re looking for a different cheap hack to get rid of rats – then this £2.39 product has you covered.