Great question, Linda. There is nothing more joyful than welcoming a pet into your home. I cannot imagine our lives without our beautiful dog Tuco now but I will say, one of the most frequently asked questions I get is “how do you keep your home clean with his black hair?” First of all, I’m not one to be so precious about the things in my home. Just like the marble counters in our kitchen, I love things to feel lived in, to have a time-worn patina which is why I typically gravitate towards vintage. I really don’t mind the stains, scratches, and marks made via their daily use—it’s a home after all, not a museum.
Now, when it comes to rugs, I am a big fan of the wool Moroccan variety because they are very forgiving, particularly with an active family and a dog. At their essence, Moroccan rugs are imperfect and prewashed.
They often have a melange of fabric colors and subtle patterns all of which really help to mask staining, dog hair, or spills, ideal for family living room ideas. Vintage rugs are also a great option because they’re already worn in and marked with a character from years past so once again, any new scuffs, blemishes, or scrapes will be mostly unnoticeable and just add to that aged look which I love.