These 14 Dog Hair Removal Tools Will Change Your Life

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For animal lovers, pet hair and pet hair removal are just a fact of life, one of those small inconveniences we accept as part of the deal alongside muddy paw prints on the kitchen floor and slobbery kisses when you know exactly where that mouth has been. That said, a reliable dog hair removal tool quickly gets to be pretty important in your life as a pet owner

My pet family includes two dogs and four cats, so we’re dealing with a whole lot of pet hair on our floors, furniture, and clothing, not to mention car seats and car interiors. After a lifetime of pet parenthood and many years working in doggy daycare, I’ve become somewhat of a snob about dog hair removal tools. This list of tried-and-true dog hair removal tools has something for everyone and every fur-busting task.

Whether you’re dealing with long hair or short fur, these dog hair removal tools will help you get the job done.

I can’t get over the adorable design of this simple pet hair roller. You won’t have to deal with replacing adhesive rolls because this dog hair removal roller employs a patented brush system. With gentle back and forth rolls, you’ll collect pet hair in an easy-to-empty dust receptacle. Bonus: This product doubles as a lint remover!

Verified Review: “I love that I can clean cat hair off the couch or bed with a few quick swipes and without throwing away any wasteful sticky paper.”

I love a wearable tool, and pet hair removal mitts are affordable and effective for gathering pet hair off of fabric. I don’t know what magic material these gloves are made from, but they have soft have little nubs that pick up pet hair and are easily cleaned by rubbing two mitts together in opposite directions.

Mitts are great for removing hair from more delicate clothing, as the soft material means your clothes won’t be pulled or pilled from abrasion.

You’ve got to hand it to the manufacturer for telling it straight on the packaging: “It’s not pretty, but it works!” You can use this handheld, sponge-like dog hair remover tool to clean up pet hair in hard-to-access places like the back seats in your car or the corners of a couch. Reviewers rave about how effective this quirky little product is at dog hair removal.

The Cadillac of dog hair removal tools, and my fantasy appliance, the Dyson Animal has powerful suction and best of all, a tangle-free turbine tool to remove dirt and hair from carpets and upholstery.

There are other competent pet hair vacuums on the market, but this one is the dream.

For more stories about the best pet hair vacuums, see some of our other articles about these hard-working machines.

This is a cute little dog grooming tool with stiff-but-gentle rubber bristles that remove loose hair and stimulate your dog’s skin for a healthy, shiny coat.

I use this regularly for gentle brushing and at bath time to help work shampoo through my dogs’ coats.

A dog grooming tool and surface cleaner all in one, this hair remover has the added benefit of looking like some kind of science fiction prop. Just pet your dog with the glove to give them a shiny coat, and then pick up stray hair from the furniture using the same petting motion. If you’re a cat owner, this soft mitt will bring on the purring and collect the cat fur in one fell swoop.

A classic among dog hair removal tools, a good pet lint roller pays for itself in no time. This style is relatively inexpensive and easy to use and is large enough to remove hair from both your jacket and couch. This particular one is so sticky, in fact, it claims to pick up 50% more debris.

Looking for a hack? Sticky tape wrapped around your hand will remove pet hair from carpet, clothes, furniture, and soft surfaces.

This is one of our personal favorite dog grooming tools and fur remover brushes for quick clean-up around the house.

Two types of rubber pet hair-capturing bristles are included. Larger bristles can be used to brush your dog’s coat and remove loose fur, and the finer bristles are perfect for brushing hair off upholstery.

Rubber brooms like this are a staple in doggy daycare for their strong dog hair removal ability. The sweeper version of the Furemover brush (above) is effective for gathering hair on several surfaces, so you can work on the carpeted living room and the tiled kitchen in one go, and the long handle means you can work the pet hair out of your rugs from a standing position.

After you clean up after your dog, you can use the broom to scrub the bathroom tile or wash the car!

This thing is like a lint roller on steroids, definitely a must-have dog hair removal tool. With a 43-inch-long handle and a giant, super-sticky roller, it works sort of like a duster, only it really traps hair. I like it for furniture, and also for low-pile carpets and rugs. Note that it’s not great for a deeper or shag carpet.

Hypoallergenic and waterproof, this double-sided glove helps your furry friend de-shed during their bath time, but also works on fabrics and furniture to remove pesky pet hair.

Also, you can simply put on a pair of basic rubber cleaning gloves, get them just barely damp (or even go dry), and go to town on your fur-covered sofa, rug, or pants. (This video will give you a quick demonstration of how it works.)

The Rotator is a quality everyday vacuum that gets the job done, and it’s often on sale, so keep checking back. If you’re not ready to splurge on a Dyson, the Shark Rotator is the vacuum for you.

Though it’s not billed as being specifically for pet hair cleanup, it gets rave reviews from pet owners for its hair-annihilating properties. It’s lightweight, easy to maneuver, and easy to clean (I speak from experience: this is a major plus when you’re talking clouds of pet hair!)

If the Dyson Pet is the Cadillac of pet hair vacuum cleaners, then this is the Porsche of dog grooming tools: compact, powerful, efficient, and worth every penny.

The Furminator helps keep your dog’s coat in great shape and reduces shedding by removing loose fur from the undercoat before it has a chance to hit your furniture. Used appropriately on the right dog, it can help prevent excess hair mess and minimize your need for other tools on this list.

Finally, if you’re looking to collect your pup’s loose hair, there’s nothing better than a black shirt—especially if you’re in a hurry. This stylish piece lets you wear all that free-floating fur with pride, and there’s even a matching ensemble for your pup (so the world will have no trouble identifying the culprit).

Need Dog Grooming?

Does your dog need a fresh trim? A groomer can come to your house! Rover offers dog grooming in Seattle, Austin, and Denver. To learn more, please check out our page here.

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