Once you have the pet hair in your home relatively under control, focus on getting it off—and keeping it off—your clothing.

1. Pre-treat
Before washing, toss items that have pet hair on them into the dryer and set it on heat-free, tumble only, for ten minutes.

2. Wash
Shake out clothing, then place in washer and wash as usual. Add 1/2 cup of white vinegar to the machine to help loosen pet hair.

3. Dry
Clean the lint filter. Shake out clothing again, then place in dryer, with either a dryer sheet or dryer balls – either one will help release any remaining pet hair. Use the regular settings to dry.

Extra Tips:
• Keep your pets out of your closets!
And your drawers, too! Otherwise, your clean clothes might accumulate a layer of pet hair before you even get the chance to wear them.

• Stock your arsenal!
There are lots of ways to spot remove pet hair from clothes. Lint rollers are a favorite, but you can also use a damp sponge, a squeegee, or a rubber mitt (such as the Love Glove) meant for brushing your pet. Choose a method (or two), and make sure that you have the tools you need when and where you need them.