Well, you could always set up a decontamination *bath* of bleach water and make each of you step in, in a shallow tub, after you walk across that part.**BG** Here, doggie, c'mon, put your feet in here and don't lick it off! Sorry...hope it made you smile, though.

One thing that might help is electric shears. They're kind of expensive, but I'll bet you might be able to rent some.

I think it is better, though, to get someone in to help you. Good luck and here's to a quick solution for you and the critters.

kat