FURminator at Giddy Pets
FURminator make deshedding tools built around a stainless steel edge designed to reach through a topcoat and pull out loose undercoat hair without cutting or damaging the coat itself. We stock versions for long-haired dogs, short-haired dogs and small animals, and the right one comes down to coat type rather than the size of the animal.
How the tool works
The edge is designed to catch loose, dead undercoat hair — the fluffy layer underneath the visible topcoat that sheds heavily in double-coated breeds — while leaving healthy topcoat hair in place. Used correctly, in the direction of hair growth and without pressing hard, it removes far more loose hair per session than a standard brush.
It's not a clipper or a trimmer, and it isn't meant to cut hair at all — it works by pulling out hair that's already loose and ready to shed, which is why regular short sessions tend to work better than one long one.
Choosing the right version
The long-hair and short-hair dog versions are matched to coat length rather than breed size, so check your dog's actual coat rather than assuming a small dog needs the small-animal tool. Double-coated breeds — the ones that blow their coat seasonally — tend to see the biggest difference from regular use.
The small animal version is a separate, differently sized tool built for rabbits and similar pets rather than a scaled-down dog tool, so it's worth choosing based on the animal it's actually intended for.
Getting the technique right
Work in the direction the coat grows, using light, even strokes rather than digging in or going over the same patch repeatedly in one session. On a matted or heavily tangled coat, a slicker brush or comb first makes the tool's job easier and more comfortable for your dog.
Brush over a towel or outdoors if you can, since a single session on a heavily shedding double coat can produce a genuinely surprising amount of loose hair. Regular shorter sessions through a shedding season keep the job manageable rather than letting it build up into one long, less pleasant grooming session.
The range
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
Electric Pet Grooming Clipper
A quiet, rechargeable electric clipper for trimming dogs, cats, rabbits and other pets at home. Low-noise and low-vibration with an adjustable blade for tidy, stress-free grooming around the body and paws.
From£11.99
Large Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush for Mats and Tangles
A self-cleaning slicker brush with fine, bead-tipped wire pins that gently lift loose undercoat, mats and tangles from short or long-haired pets. A one-click button releases the collected fur for fuss-free cleaning. Cat-ear shaped design.
£18.99
Round-Tipped Deshedding Rake Comb
A double-sided undercoat rake with rounded stainless-steel blades that gently cut through mats and remove loose hair. The non-slip ergonomic handle makes deshedding dogs and cats quick and comfortable.
From£8.99
Pet Deshedding Grooming Mitt
A soft mesh grooming mitt you wear on one hand to lift loose fur while stroking your pet, turning shedding control into a soothing massage. Suits dogs and cats with any coat length.
From£7.99
Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush
A skin-friendly slicker brush that gently lifts loose fur and undercoat from dogs, cats and rabbits. The angled pins glide through the coat while a one-click button releases the collected hair for easy cleaning. Soft non-slip handle.
£9.99
Double-Sided Deshedding & Flea Comb
A two-sided steel comb with coarse deshedding teeth on one side and fine flea-comb teeth on the other. Lifts loose fur and catches fleas to keep your cat or dog's coat clean and healthy.
£13.99
Steam Spray Detangling Grooming Brush
A rechargeable steam grooming brush with a fine mist that lifts loose fur and eases tangles while you brush. Gentle on the skin and cuts down flyaway hair, no bath needed. Chick design.
£12.99
Wahl Competition Series Clipper Blades
High-precision, chrome-plated clipper blades with a rust-resistant finish, available in 17 sizes for every coat type and clipping style.
From£37.99
Double-Sided Undercoat Rake
A twin-bladed rake that removes mats and tangles on one side and reduces shedding on the other. The non-slip ergonomic handle suits cats and dogs with thick or long coats.
£23.99
Silicone Pet Bath & Massage Brush
Soft silicone bristles work shampoo into a rich lather while gently massaging your pet and lifting loose hair at bath time. A handy strap keeps the brush secure across the back of your hand.
£7.99
Self-Cleaning Deshedding Slicker Brush
A deshedding grooming tool for dogs and cats that lifts loose undercoat and eases out tangles, with a self-cleaning button that releases the trapped fur in one press.
£25.99
Wooden Pet Deshedding Grooming Brush
An ergonomic wooden grooming brush with a fine-toothed edge that loosens and lifts away dead and shedding fur. The smooth contoured handle sits comfortably in the hand for quick, gentle daily de-shedding.
£14.99
Common questions
- How often should I use a deshedding tool?
- Once or twice a week is a reasonable routine for most dogs, increasing to more frequent short sessions during a heavy seasonal shed. Regular shorter sessions tend to be more comfortable for your dog and more effective overall than one long session every few weeks.
- Will it hurt my dog to use one?
- Used correctly and without pressing hard against the skin, it shouldn't cause discomfort, since it's designed to catch loose hair rather than pull at hair still rooted in the follicle. Go gently over sensitive areas and stop if your dog seems uncomfortable at any point.
- Does it work on curly or wiry coats?
- It's designed primarily for double coats with a distinct undercoat and topcoat, so it tends to work less predictably on curly, wiry or single-layer coats. If you're not sure your dog's coat type suits it, it's worth checking the tool's own guidance before relying on it as your main grooming tool.
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Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.