In these situations, your best offense may be a good defense: pet-proofing your home.

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A dog sits on a couch that is tore up.

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Caughill recommendsBodhi Dogs Bitter Chew Spray($14.95) due to its natural ingredients.

Slipcovers

Dont want to replace a couch or a chair, or want to protect what you already own?

Pleasant Animal Shelterin East Hanover, New Jersey.

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The most expensive cover costs less than $45.

Garside recommends scratching posts and climbing frames for cats.

This will make it very unpleasant for your cat to scratch.

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Absorbent, Washable Pads

Does your pet have a favorite spot on the couch?

ThisTwo-Pack Washable Pee Pad for Dogs($25.99) is highly recommended by the experts we spoke to.

The same goes for polyurethane or other plastic leathers.

Your next best choice is a microfiber fabric, according to Thomas.

This is usually pretty durable, and it cleans up well if you tackle the mess right away.

Dial recommends using aHoover SteamVac($199).

Want a more affordable option for your hard floors?

TheBissell PowerEdge Pet Hardwood Floor Bagless Stick Vacuumalso came highly rated ($59.99).

Danielle Braff is a contributor to The Penny Hoarder.

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