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Debbie Davis
Dogs add a wonderful dimension to our human existence. They can also add lots of dog-related particles and odor. Using an air purifier is one of the best ways to keep the air smelling fresh. And a cleaner with the following 5 features will spell success. Long Life Filters---How often you have to change the filters in a unit will determine the actual cost for using. If your filters only last 6 months, even though the purchase price may be less, you will spend more for filter over time than you would have if you invested in a unit that has filters that last 5 years. It is really important to factor in this hidden cost initially by checking the technical specifications or the manual to see how often to expect to have to replace filters. And remember, whenever you're replacing the filters, your air is not being cleaned. Can Handle Lots of Square Footage---If your dog is a house dog, it probably is in constant motion---following you around the house, running to the window to watch squirrels and birds, playing with the latest chew toy, jumping up on the bed, and on and on. Because your dog covers a lot of square footage in your home, your cleaner should be able to do the same. A unit that is only able to clean square footage that is equivalent to several rooms in your home is overworked and under powered before it begins. And even though a smaller unit is sometimes less expensive, the job it does is not anywhere close to being adequate, and you will have wasted your money on a unit that doesn't work. A unit that is designed to cover your square footage or more (always better to oversize the unit) will be powerful enough to handle the situation wherever your dog may roam.. Multiple Filters for Particles----Hair, dust, and dander go with the territory when you have a canine in your home. And as dog lovers most of us think it's a fair trade for the love, affection, and companionship they give so freely. Breathing these dog-related particles in addition to normal household pollutants every day isn't good for you or your puppy. So being able to remove a wide range of particulates is a most. Your purifier should have several size pre-filters for large and medium particles that you can see, but it is also very important for it to have a HEPA or high efficiency particle arresting filter as well. A HEPA by definition must be able to remove 99,997 out of every 10,000 particles down to .3 microns in size. This is beneficial for those who are at all sensitive to dander, and may in fact prevent the onset of conditions like asthma and allergy. Filter for Urine Odor---Everybody makes mistakes, and dogs are no exception. When an accident happens involving number one or number two, you will glad to have a unit that can take the odor away.. Carbon has long been recognized as the best type of filter for odors. And with an additive specifically designed to eliminate urine, there is no better feature to have. Multiple Filtration Speeds---And if and when accidents happen, being able to increase the rate at which the air is filtered is an invaluable feature to have. Not only does this literally clear the air faster, but it allows you to save money by using a lower speed when all is calm.
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