Pet Abbey

Let’s face it, lots of people love pets but have pet allergies, and this can make it difficult to be a pet owner. There’s a good chance that people who didn’t grow up with cats or dogs will have allergies to pet dander, and in truth, even people who have owned pets their whole lives can have pet allergies, but have built up an immunity. For those who do have allergies to pet dander, a UV air purifier can work wonders in the home. UV air purifiers remove pet dander, allergens, and various pollutants from the air, and can even remove pet odor smells from the air. All pet owners should own a UV air purifier because even for those who don’t have allergies, the air purifier removes pet dander that could be harmful to guests and also removes the smell from litter boxes and other pet odors.

There are UV air purifiers specifically designed for pets, and for most pet owners, these models are the best option. Purchase a UV air purifier today and there’s no more need to worry about having a pet even with allergies to pet dander.

For all pet owners (with the exclusion of short haired cats), regular brushing is necessary to avoid excessive shedding and matting.  Short haired cats can clean themselves for the most part, and won’t shed all that often, in addition, a lot of cats dislike being brushed, so it’s best to avoid brushing if possible.  Unfortunately, long haired cats do require brushing.  When brushing a cat, it’s important to start when they’re a kitten if possible, if not, make sure to use a soft shedding brush in combination with smooth strokes.  If you encounter a mat, brush it until the hair becomes looser, and then cut it out with scissors, being mindful of the skin tissue.  Brushing dogs is often a little bit easier than brushing cats because they tend to be more tolerant.  When brushing a dog, it’s best to use a dog shedding brush in combination with a rake.  Use the rake to untangle coarse hair and mats, and the brush to follow up afterwards.  With long haired dogs, be prepared to get several bags of hair during shedding season, and also be prepare to brush for at least half an hour if you do it every 2-3 weeks.

There are a lot of different dog and cat brushes available, and most serve the same purpose.  Don’t spend too much on a brush at first; experiment with different brushes and discover what your pet likes.