I’m a pet parent ⁠— these are the pet-safe cleaning products I use religiously

One of the major concerns when cleaning a house shared with pets is the use of potentially dangerous chemicals, which is where a steam mop — that kills 99.9% of bacteria and blasts away odors without using anything but water — can come in seriously handy. This Shark steam mop is my everyday go-to because it's lightweight, powerful, and ultra-easy to use. Plus, it comes with a double-sided mop pad that's ideal for extended use. 

While I absolutely love the smell of the heavily perfumed cleaning wipes that you can pick up almost everywhere, they're not normally safe for pets. Instead, I normally opt for pet-safe wipes like these multi-surface cleaning ones. That way, I can quickly and easily clean surfaces without worrying about what will happen if my pets come into contact with the formula. 

This spray is my everyday go-to for quick and easy multi-surface cleaning. It features a subtle grapefruit scent which I am low-key obsessed with, and it quickly cuts through grease, grime, and dirt. I use it for everything, from quickly wiping muddy paw print marks off the floor to giving the counters a clean when the cat jumps up onto them. A few other Real Homes team members who have pets also rave about Method cleaning products!

Whether it's mud stamped into the carpet after a walk or it's a stain from a couldn't-make-it-to-the-litter-box incident, having a spot cleaner on hand is a life-saver. This ultra-compact, multi-purpose cleaner from Bissell makes cleaning up pet messes far quicker and easier, and it went viral on TikTok for a reason. It'll soon become your go-to for cleaning your soft furnishings, plus you can use it with a pet-friendly formula.

For removing odors, this stuff is a must-have. It's easy to assume that all carpet and upholstery cleaners are made equal. However, when it comes to clearing up pee, normal carpet cleaners just won't do the trick. What you need is a urine enzyme destroyer like this powerful foam. 

There's no denying that pet fur gets absolutely everywhere, and even your amazing cordless vacuum cleaner can't always get it all. This handy little tool is a game-changer for pet hair removal. Honestly, since I've been using it, I'm totally obsessed. It's just so convenient and quickly removes the fur layer that often sits atop my furniture.