Oreck UK - Expert advice on cleaning up after your pet

However loveable our pets are they do create a lot of extra work around the house; pet hair, odours and stains can all result. Our animals even produce mess that is undetectable to the human eye; such as dander and allergens.

Oreck is here to help. Our new expert advice section provides tips on how to clean up after your pet.

Once you have diagnosed your pet cleaning problem please look to our recommended products section to help you find your 'prrrr-fect' Oreck pet cleaning solution.

Spills, stains, allergens and pet dander can get trapped in the fibres of your upholstery and carpets and need more than just vacuuming to remove them. The following products are recommended because they help to reduce the allergens and bacteria retain the appearance and help to extend the life of carpet and upholstery by reducing fibre breakdown.

For a quick simple solution on cleaning up all types of stains and odour, on anything from carpets, clothing, furniture, car interiors and pet areas caused by urine, faeces and other organic material, try No Return® Pet Odour and Stain Remover. Simply spray the affected area with a light mist, blot up with a cloth or paper towel and then let the area dry. All traces of the stain and any odour should then be removed. It works using enzymes to attack the odour- causing bacteria, preventing the odour and stain from returning.

For complete cleaning on carpets and soft furnishings try the Oreck Dry Carpet® Cleaning System. This is a two-part system which will help to remove deep-down dirt and stains whilst attracting and destroying any harmful allergens and odours left behind from the mess.

This complete system will remove deep-down stubborn pet stains and mess from your carpet and upholstery leaving it clean and smelling fresh.

Oreck Premist® Soil Release Pre-Spray is a mild detergent which may be used with or without the Oreck Dry Carpet Powder. Used by itself the Premist will remove new spots and stains and keep high-traffic areas looking good between deep-cleans.

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The Oreck Upright Vacuum Cleaner Range has been rated "excellent" at pet hair removal by independent laboratory tests. Use to remove pet hair from all floor surfaces, from thick pile carpet to laminate flooring. The secret to the excellent deep-down cleaning is in our specially designed duel brush and suction system: The roller-brush has long bristles designed in a unique double helix pattern, revolving at over 5000 times a minute to agitate and lift out deeply embedded hair and dirt. A low profile design allows the vacuum to lie flat for reaching under furniture and with a powerful cleaning action on all floor types the Oreck upright range can handle any floor surface without the need for adjustment.

The Oreck upright range all have, as standard, large 10 litre capacity bags and their top-fill design means less stopping to empty the bag or clear clogs. The bag also self-seals, trapping all the hair and dirt inside. Using a 7-stage filtration system the Oreck upright range is ideal for pet owners or allergy sufferers, filtering pet dander, dirt, hair, dust and allergens as small as 0.3 microns. All models also have side edge-cleaning brushes, so you are able to clean right to the edge of the room getting rid of pet hairs that tend to gather there.

NB: See also our Odour Fighting Hypoallergenic bags especially for the XL7 or scent cartridges for all our uprights to keep your home smelling fresh after vacuuming.

Taking the pets out for the day? How will my Oreck upright help me clean the hair out of the car interior? All Oreck uprights come with a Free Compact Canister. This light compact cleaner is designed to reach those difficult-to-reach spots under the sofa, behind the fridge and even stairs and the car interior. With an extra-long power cable, shoulder strap for convenience and range of tools, this is the ideal companion for the upright cleaner to help clean up after your pets in your car and home.

For smaller cleaning jobs the Tidy Up floor sweeper is ideal. With no cables it's free to run and its compact design means it can be kept to hand for quick tidy ups. It's perfect for sweeping up pet hair, dry mud and mess dragged in by your cat or dog.

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Dander and allergens from pets are often the triggers for asthma and allergies. Oreck has various solutions to this pet-mess crisis.

Vacuuming your home more than twice a week will help reduce these particles. By using an Oreck Upright these particles will be trapped in by the 7-stage filtration system. Odour Fighting Hypoallergenic bags, suitable for the XL7 model, help reduce pet smells and odour by up to 7 times more than regular bags. They also offer anti-microbial protection, inhibiting the growth of bacteria, mould and mildew that may begin to form.

Airborne pet dander and allergens can be removed by using a Oreck® air Hyper-Allergenic Air Purifier in your home. The Oreck® Air uses a special five-stage purification system removing all airborne dander and allergens as well as dust, pollen and even tobacco smoke down to 0.1 micron. The Oreck®air can be left on around the clock as it is designed to filter the air economically, costing less to run than a 100w light bulb! Odour absorbers and scent cartridges are also available to help freshen your home with fragrances of mulberry, vanilla and jasmine. Try putting the air purifier close to your pet area and you'll notice the difference almost immediately.

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Pet odours can be very unpleasant especially when the weather is wet. Find out what options Oreck has to help you eliminate odours from your home.

As previously mentioned, the Oreck Upright range can help freshen your home whilst vacuuming with the help of Odour Fighting Bags and Scent Cartridges.

Our Hypo-Allergenic Air Purifier is an excellent way of keeping the air in your home constantly fresh and free from allergens and odours.

Natural Crystal Carpet and Room Refresher is an eco-friendly way to eliminate odours caused by pets and to freshen your rugs, carpets, cars and pet areas. Simply shake the crystals over the area requiring treatment and vacuum up. The crystals will eliminate musty smells and give off a fresh scent as you vacuum. The product may also be poured directly into your Oreck vacuum bag to help control musty pet odours. The crystals are non-toxic making them safe to use on most carpets and rugs and for use around pets and children.

Cat litter trays can generate an unpleasant odour in your home. To naturally remove this odour and double the life of the litter try Oreck Litter-Ex® for Cats. Litter-Ex contains no chemicals, fragrance or perfume. Made from 100% organic material, it works by using negative ions to attract and absorb the entire litter box odour. For a natural way to eliminate odours just add two tablespoons of Litter-Ex per tray of cat litter.

Another great way of eliminating odours in pet areas is the Oreck Enzyme Odour Eater. This product contains four active enzymes that attack and breakdown organic substances that cause odour as well as removing the source of the odour. Use the liquid as directed on the label, according to your requirements. Spray the affected area and let the enzymes do the work! This product is not only great in pet areas but can also be used for wheelie bins, drains, fabrics and indeed any musty area.

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Like children, pets are capable for making a great deal of mess. Mud brought in on paws, spilt food around the feeding area, sawdust from cages and litter around the litter tray.

For wet and dry debris try the Oreck floor sweeper range, great on all floors but particularly good on hard kitchen floors for picking up different kinds of debris and even pet hair. Being so light and easy to use and store they are handy as a quick tidy up measure at home. And if you decide to take the pets on holiday with you, you can even keep one in the caravan.

For deep-down dirt, mud and hair the best option for effective cleaning is the Oreck Upright vacuum range. The uprights offer powerful cleaning on all floor types without the need for adjustment or attaching tools.

If your cat or dog has settled down on the best carpet or sofa for a sleep and managed to leave a dirty muddy stain, then first apply the Oreck Dry Carpet® Cleaning System. (See 'Stains' for directions) This will lift dirty stains from any carpet or upholstery, leaving it fresh and clean.

For more intensive cleaning on a variety of surfaces, use No Return® Pet Odour and Stain Remover. This can be used on carpets, floors, clothing, furniture, car interiors and pet areas. Simply spray the area, blot and leave to dry.

The Revelry® Carpet Stain Remover is an excellent quick touch up cleaner for carpets and upholstery; removing most common household grease, oil and food based stains and eliminating odours at the source. To use Revelry, spray the affected areas with a light mist (do not drench), blot using a clean damp cloth, sponge or paper towel. For tougher spots or stains allow to soak into the area for a few minutes before blotting.

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Keep dog and cat beds clean with No Return® Pet Odour and Stain Remover. This keeps beds clean and smelling fresh whilst removing stubborn stains and odours.

For cat litter trays use Litter-Ex® for cats. By just adding two tablespoons of Litter-Ex to one tray it can double the life of the litter, using negative ions to attract and absorb all odours.

For thorough cleaning use Enzyme Odour Eater. Spray onto the area to eliminate odours. Can also be used for bins, drains and musty smells.