You can use dog hair for what?!

Dog hair can get everywhere.  It turns up in the strangest places!  This time of year, we spend a lot of time removing vent and outlet covers so we can vacuum out the huge amounts of dog hair that finds its way into every crevice.  Ceiling and box fans collect hair faster than we can keep up with it.  It just gets everywhere - but did you know it also has some interesting uses?

Dog hair is highly absorbent.  It's feel greasy because of its ability to soak up oil.  That's why it has been used by organizations to clean up oil spills.  The hair is stuffed into hosiery and used to to soak up pollution in our water.

Try it as a pest deterrent in the garden.  Dirty dog hair can be sprinkled around your plants and garden to prevent deer and other critters from eating your blooms.  Make sure to keep replacing it with new dirty hair after a rain for maximum effect.

While you're in the garden, cut the hair into smaller pieces and add it to your soil or compost bin.

Are you a bird watcher?  Leave your dog and cat hair outside for your feathered friends.  They'll love to make their nests more warm and comfortable with your donation.

If you'd like to try any of these ideas for yourself, just give us a call.  We'll be happy to set some aside for you on your next visit.