Pet Friendly Rug

Finally… a soft and beautiful kid and pet friendly rug that’s easy to care for and soft under foot. This is a spectacular rug that mimics the look of sisal or jute without the mess or stress!

Learn about this gorgeous, easy care rug that might just change your life!

I’m writing about this gorgeous rug with a background story that brings up a little embarrassment and a lot of sadness. Early in our marriage, we adopted Dusty, a Shih-tzu Terrier mix I found on Petfinder (which I highly recommend) and drove across the state to meet.

On our way, Chris said the famous words “just because we took that day off and are driving there, we don’t have to adopt him.”  

As Chris was grabbing the crate we bought in anticipation, I wandered into the shelter where dogs ran free.

There he was, licking a dog’s wound who had been bit before being brought to the shelter. Knowing we wanted to have children in a few years and seeing his sweet heart, I melted.

By the time Chris walked in, there was no question. Dusty was coming home with us.

We learned that Dusty had not been to just one home, but to three before we became his forever family. That’s what we were – he immediately became a huge part of our lives.

Pet Friendly Rug

Chris would take Dusty on long runs, hikes through the woods and even off leash through creeks where we were pretty sure we saw actual smiles on his face. 

He was my companion and kept my feet warm at night for many years, he was a playmate for the girls and Ani’s go-to when she was sad.

Through the years, his hips tired out and he spent much of his day sleeping. The girls and I would let him in and out no less than 20 times a day so he could greet the mailman for his bone, bark at construction workers passing by or chase the occasional squirrel.

But still, he had accidents in the home. A hidden spot in our family room had become a place where Dusty had frequent accidents.

While I love the aesthetic of a sisal rug, it’s not easy to clean, in fact, nearly impossible. The spots and the odor were embarrassing, so it was time to make a change.

Thankfully, my search brought me to two different styles of natural looking rugs, both built for outdoor use but incredibly gorgeous to be incorporated indoors, too. You can read about our Custom Sisal Rug in the living room, here.

I’ve written a lot about rugs, including the best easy to clean indoor/outdoor Stair Runner on Basement Steps, Indoor Outdoor Rugs, and Turkish Rugs. Get my best Tips for Purchasing a Rug with this comprehensive guide, too!

Why You’ll Love this Pet and Kid Friendly Rug

• So easy to clean – just hose it down
• Soft underfoot
• Texture of jute
• Natural braided look
• Very luxurious

It’s the prettiest weave, looks and feels luxe, is soft and thick yet durable. In fact, it’s been durable enough to withstand spills, heavy foot traffic, pets and children. It’s the ultimate kid friendly rug, too!

I found this incredibly soft pet friendly indoor outdoor rug that looks like a chunky jute rug, without the worry (or dust)! It feels really soft on foot making it a great place to play and looks even more beautiful in person.

It is stain resistant and easy to clean, unlike jute rugs. You don’t even have to use a spot cleaner. No chemicals needed.

The combo of polyester and polypropolene is best cleaned with water, and if needed, a mild detergent. We love using dish soap! In fact, when doing so, there is no stain or odor. No professional cleaning required!

The best news? We’ve already put this area rug to the test and it was incredibly easy to clean (and yes, I cried about the stain before seeing that it truly would come clean).

While I’m working diligently to avoid any accidents, it’s nice to know that I can easily clean them, eliminate odor and take this rug outside to hose down if needed.

More Pet Friendly Rug Details

• Handmade of Polyester and Polypropylene
• Indoor/Outdoor use
• Reversible
• A rug pad is recommended
• Wide range of sizes, from 2×3 to 10×14
• Made in India

Whether you have a pet or just want a soft rug that looks like jute and is easy to clean, this rug is the perfect fit! I love the subtle neutral color and lush texture it adds to the room.

• This gorgeous indoor outdoor jute look rug comes in a wide range of sizes.

Get more of my best tips for layering rugs in this design guide for Layering Rugs on Carpet, as well as Bedroom Rug Size and Placement Guidelines!

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