The Washing Machine That Will Change Pet Owners' Homes & Lives For The Better

If you're a pet owner, keeping your home clean could feel like an uphill battle. A regular washing machine may not be a strong enough defense against the stains, odors, hair, and dander your furry companion leaves behind. Maytag's Pet Pro washer and dryer series could be a game-changer for pet hair removal on your furniture, bedding, and clothes. This setting will add extra stain-fighting power to your laundry, and the extra-large removable pet hair filter will help restore your favorite clothes to their best condition. It even works wonders on bulkier items, including those plush toys that have seen better days.

You may not have known this, but tossing in pet hair-covered items is actually one of the ways you may be destroying your washing machine without even noticing. Over time, the drain holes in your machine's drum could become blocked by clumps of fur, causing it to work less effectively, malfunction, or put strain on your plumbing system. That's why it is essential to keep your washing machine pet hair-free. The Pet Pro system traps pet hair without causing damage to your washer and dryer. That way, you can throw your fur-covered blankets, clothes, towels, and toys into the laundry without a second thought.

The Pet Pro setting on Maytag's washer and dryer has several key features that pet owners will covet, especially those accustomed to dealing with muddy paws. When the Pet Pro setting is activated on the washing machine, it releases additional water for a deeper and more thorough cleaning. It also uses a separate filter to trap five times more pet hair than a normal cycle. Once the cycle is complete, twist and lift the lid in the center to see all the fur lifted from your laundry. Dispose of the contents so the filter is ready for its next use. The dryer is equipped with an extra-large lint trap that sucks up all of the remaining pet hair left behind by your furry friend. The lint trap can be easily accessed by pulling the handle at the top of the machine. Scrape off the contents and toss it in the trash after each cycle to keep it working efficiently.

Maytag also has a Pet Pro-equipped dishwasher that will get your pet's food and water bowls squeaky clean. Many pet owners don't know that these dishes could harbor all kinds of harmful bacteria, especially those that are not cleaned frequently. Dirty bowls can lead to skin irritation around your pet's face and mouth, or even cause sickness. The Pet Pro sanitation cycle can remove nearly 100% of bacteria lingering on your companion's food and water dishes, making them safer.