The Best Three Area Rugs A Pet Owner

By Seane C.J. Hess

For those among us who love our pets, we know that having an animal in the home means that certain adjustments must be made. While most people can just go out and buy new wool area rugs, for example, pet owners have to be a little more careful about the stuff they bring into their home. Area rugs must be troublesome, top quality, and in a position to resist friendly, chewing lab puppies and the open claws of cats stretching in the sunshine.

And when you've just bought your pet furniture from Petco, not just any area rug will do. So here are the top three area rugs for pet owners.

Area Rug 1: Braided Rugs. These sorts of area rugs provide multiple benefits for pet owners, and in truth are sold by some of the biggest names in pet suppliers on the market, including Orvis. Braided area rugs are sturdy, resistant to foot and paw traffic, and easy to bathe. In addition, they can be made out of many differing kinds of materials including mixes of cotton and polypropylene, which makes them immune to mildew, stain, sunfading and soil. And as anyone that owns a water dog knows, a mildew resistant rug could be a superb thing.

Area Rug 2: Derclon Rugs. A synthetic, wool-like fiber that resists both stain and fading, derclon is another popular choice for people that own pets. The incontrovertible fact that derclon area rugs are hypoallergenic makes them ideal for animal owners who have allergies to their pets, as well as for owners whose pets themselves have allergies - something that happens more frequently than you could think! I knew a lady whose fighter was allergic to pet dander, and she swore by derclon, as it was hypoallergenic and simple to wash.

Area Rug 3: Water Trapper Rugs. While not strictly area rugs, doormats and rugs that trap water can be a pet owner's best mate. Made out of polypropolene, these rugs grab moisture off boots, shoes and paws, and keeps it out of your house. And because polypropolene drains off and dries quickly, rugs made out of them are excellent for spring and winter, when it seems like all anyone brings into your house is mud and snow! And one of the finest benefits? They can be easily cleaned by hosing them off. - 29953

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