The best dog brush: FURminator
Whether you have a pair of Golden Retrievers or a tiny Toy Fox Terrier, the FURminator deShedding tool is ideal for grooming your dog and keeping dog hair under control in your home. With two Golden Retrievers, I've found the FURminator is simply the best way to beat shedding. It's a brush-like tool that comfortably grabs and removes the loose undercoat without cutting the animal's fur or damaging guard hairs.
This lens tells you why I think this is an irreplaceable tool.
The number one complaint of pet parents: SHEDDING!
What's the worst thing about shedding dogs?
- the embarrassment of hair all over the house when guests come to visit?
- the endless vacuuming and cleaning?
- the constant checking and wiping of their hair off our clothes?
- dog hair in the salad?
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How the FURminator deShedding tool works
It strips out a HUGE amount of dead hair
No rake, brush or comb comes close to getting the amount of loose hair off your dog.
With a regular grooming program using the FURminator, you'll have MUCH LESS hair around your house - it can reduce shedding by 80 to 90%!
Choose the right FURminator for your dog
There's a FURminator perfect for your dog's size & coat
Love Your Pet, Hate the Shedding?
It is important to choose the FURminator according to:
* animal size
* coat length
Toy, small, medium & large
Long or short hair
FURminator Large Yellow deShedding Tool with 4-Inch Edge
Why not just shave my dog?
Besides the fact that he'll look goofy!
While shaving may seem like a good fix for your dog's shedding, it can change the texture of the coat, interrupt the natural shedding cycle, and impair your dog's ability to regulate body temperature. FURminator deShedding Tools provide a healthier solution to shedding management.And why have a dog with a beautiful long coat if you're just going to shave it off?
Right: Someone's gonna get sunburned!
Furminator comes in a variety of sizes & styles
For dogs, cats, rabbits & small animals
Pick the right FURminator for your dog
Based on dog's size & coat
Toy
Small
Medium
Large
Giant
up to 10 lbs
up to 20 lbs
21-50 lbs
51-90 lbs
over 90 lbs
Short Hair
Short Hair
Short Hair
Short Hair
Short Hair
Long Hair
Long Hair
Long Hair
Long Hair
Long Hair
FURminator Long-Hair deShedding Tools
Specially designed for long-hair dogs
Features: *New long-hair stainless steel edge reaches deep beneath your dog's long topcoat to safely remove undercoat and loose hair faster and easier
* FURejector button cleans and removes loose hair from the tool with ease
* Sleek, ergonomic handle makes the tool easy to grip
* Note: Tool is designed for coats longer than 2".
FURminator deShedding Tool for Large Dogs
Perfect for dogs 51 - 90 lbs
FURminator Long Hair deShedding Tool for Large Dogs
Check over your dog before grooming
Inspect him for big mats, skin conditions
- tangles or mats - remove before using the FURminator; it's not meant for this. If the matts are too big, go to a professional groomer for help. Then you can use the FURminator to keep your dog's hair sleek and smooth.
- sores, bruises and skin conditions - may require treatment from a veterinarian before deShedding. Or treat at home and wait until the skin is clear and healthy.
FURminator Deshedding Tool for Short Haired Dogs
FURminator Short Hair deShedding Tools
Specially designed for short-hair dogs
Used and recommended by veterinarians, groomers and pet professionals, this tool is guaranteed to reduce shedding better than any brush, rake or comb!
Features: *New long-hair stainless steel edge reaches deep beneath your dog's long topcoat to safely remove undercoat and loose hair faster and easier
* FURejector button cleans and removes loose hair from the tool with ease
* Sleek, ergonomic handle makes the tool easy to grip
FURminator Ear Cleaner
for Dogs & Cats
Specially formulated for frequent use. This formula includes no parabens, no chemical dyes, and is made in the USA. For topical use on dogs and cats over 12 weeks old.
FURminator Ear Cleaner for Dogs & Cats
FURminator FURejector
deShedding Tool for Dogs
Uniquely designed stainless steel 1.75-inch blade
Reduces shedding up to 90 percent
Ideal for all long- and short-haired shedding pets under 20 pounds
Convenient FURejector push-button releases loose fur
FURminator deLuxe deShedding Tool with FURejector, Small
Shampoo, conditioner & waterless shampoo
Makes FURminator even more effective
A: We recommend using the shampoo and solution every month if necessary. The shampoo and solution are hypoallergenic and nondrying, which means you can use the products more often if necessary.
FURminator Waterless deShedding Shampoo and Conditioner for Dogs and Cats, 8 Ounces
FURminator Waterless deShedding Shampoo and Conditioner for Dogs and Cats, 8 Ounces
How does grooming improve your dog's health?
necessary for health and hygiene
- Shed hair can cause skin irritation and needs to be removed.
- The removal of shed hairs helps the hair in its renewal process - it cleans the skin of dandruff, eliminates dry skin flakes and improves its insulation properties.
- Brushing stimulates the skin and increases blood circulation at the base of each hair. The secretions from these glands will keep the hair weatherproofed and promote a shiny gloss.
- Brushing and grooming can lead to the early detection of parasites or other skin issues - regular grooming provides an excellent opportunity to give a quick overall checkup.
- Most pets enjoy grooming sessions which strengthens the bond.
- Regular grooming will remove the loose hair from the coat that the pet has shed - significantly decreasing hair that might be ingested causing hairballs.
... and the #1 reason why de-shedding & grooming is important: LESS HOUSEWORK!
Undercoat Rake or FURminator?
Other tools for grooming dogs
There are other grooming tools that professional groomers use to de-shed or remove dead hair, from dogs and cats. These include: The 'Rake' with single or double rows of stainless steel teeth to remove dead or shedding hair from the innermost layer while leaving outercoat undisturbed
Shedding Blade with serrated edges, pulls dead hair from the undercoat.
Slicker Brush features very thin, bent wire teeth to remove hair at the surface without damaging the coat or pulling & tugging
Your feedback / comments
How do YOU manage dog hair?
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Ricky S.
Jan 27, 2011 @ 4:00 pm | delete
- I use the rake a lot on our golden. Especsilly in between grooming.
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Lorraine
Jan 27, 2011 @ 3:50 pm | delete
- The groomer :-)
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Barbara Lindsay
Jan 27, 2011 @ 3:45 pm | delete
- I've tried it ... Really works,
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