Using this rug is a breeze. Just place it in your desired indoor area. It's great for high - traffic spots like hallways or living rooms. If there's a stain, quickly blot it with a clean, absorbent towel and clean it with mild soap and cold water. Avoid letting it get wet for too long. Normal shedding will happen, but if you vacuum regularly with the beater bar off, the shedding will reduce over time. To make it last even longer, use an open - weave rubber rug pad. This rug is safe for kids and pets, so you don't have to worry about them playing on it.