Millions of people across the country have one or more pets. Cats and dogs are among the most popular pets that people own but there are tons of different pets that are enjoyed by their owners. There are many benefits of having a pet but there are also some concerns that you will want to think about. Today Steam Magic Carpet Cleaning is going to go over some of the pros and cons of owning pets.
Benefits of Owning a Pet
Let’s start with the pros of owning pets. If you own a pet that needs to get regular physical activity owning a pet will help you stay in shape. Taking them outside to get their energy out will help you stay active as well. In addition to helping you stay active pets can also help lower your stress. When your stress levels are low you have lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels. Owning a pet has a few emotional benefits as well. Studies have shown that owning a pet helps reduce depression and anxiety. Pets have a way of calming their owners that cannot be described but can definitely be correlated. They also make you less lonely. Pets are amazing companions! At the end of a hard day you can always count on your pet to be there for you. If you have kids there are positive results from owning pets for them as well. Pets need to have food and water every day in order to live. They also need someone to clean them and their living area. Putting your children in charge of these things help your kids learn about being responsible.
Dog Urine Ammonia Odor & Health Issues
There are also some downsides to owning a pet. Even the most responsible and attentive of pet owners will end up with animal urine and feces in their home at some point. Breathing in dog urine fumes is something that you will want to avoid. Dog urine contains ammonia. If you walk into your home and notice the smell of ammonia it could simply be dog urine in your house. Ammonia can irritate your lungs. It can also increase symptoms for anyone that suffers from asthma, allergies, or COPD. If the dog urine does not get picked up immediately it will continue to cause health issues. It will also ruin your carpet. Urine will permeate into your carpet and carpet padding. Having pet urine infiltrating your carpet will cause your carpet to wear out sooner than necessary. Pet urine can also bring bacteria and mold into your home. Bacteria and mold can cause a large variety of health issues for you and your family. Allergies, respiratory issues, sinusitis, inflammation, and a weakened immune system are just some of the things that may cause issues in your home.
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It is important to make sure you are cleaning up any pet urine and feces that find their way onto your carpet right away. You will also want to make sure that you have Steam Magic Carpet Cleaning come out regularly and professionally steam clean your carpets. Our equipment can help get the urine and feces out from the deep fibers of your carpet that you cannot reach on your own. Contact us for all your floor and upholstery cleaning needs.
