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Dr. Marty Becker

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Anyone who has pets should be well-acquainted with one of the most common household cleaning supplies: bleach.

This cleaning staple can't be beat when it comes to keeping animalrelated objects and surfaces clean.

Cages, perches, litter boxes, nonporous toys and more can be cleaned with bleach - diluted a half-cup to a gallon of water - then rinsed with clear water and left to air-dry.

Diluted bleach in a spray bottle is also perfect for cleaning off countertops after preparing meals for pets (or other family members), especially if you make meals from scratch. You don't have to pay for a pre-mix either: Just buy a spray bottle, label it with a permanent marker and keep it loaded.

Be sure to use bleach and all household cleaners far away from pets (especially birds,who have very sensitive respiratory systems) and in a well-ventilated area.

- Dr. Marty Becker