My cat is shedding like crazy, and for the first time in her 6 years, she is giving the gift of hairballs. Recently it was in my bed, which should have been no big deal except that I only discovered it in the sheets after I had been to bed! My least favourite spot is on a carpet that is a true minority in the house and needed expensive dry cleaning last time it occurred. The worst was on the stairs carpet because I foolishly tried to chase her to a place that is easy to clean (the basement cement would be great, but is never the location chosen), but she wasn't scared into swallowing it back temporarily. She just ran leaving a trail of vomit and half eaten kibble from the top to the bottom stair!
This carpet looks a little more worn, but the technique seems to work.
First, soak up and wipe off the bulk of the debris as soon as possible.
Second, sprinkle with baking soda. When dry, vacuum.
Third, use hydrogen peroxide and gently brush between the fibers (I use an old clean toothbrush disinfected in the dishwasher).
Lastly, blot dry and leave to airdry.
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