Pets can impact household chores in various ways. They can create additional messes that need to be cleaned up, such as shedding hair, tracking in dirt or mud, and knocking over things. Pets may also require regular grooming, feeding, and cleaning of their living areas, adding to the list of tasks for the household members. Additionally, time spent caring for or playing with pets can take away from time that could be spent on chores. However, pets can also provide companionship and joy that may outweigh the extra work they bring.