Furminator FURFLEXMediumM
The Furminator is suitable for small dogs. Thanks to its curved teeth, it will be possible to efficiently remove hair of any length. It is very safe, so it easily and quickly removes hair from the skin without touching it. The device is easy to maintain, where the simple mechanism can be easily disassembled. The blades themselves are made of stainless steel, which guarantees their reliability and durability.
Pros:
- Stainless steel blade;
- Simple locking system;
- Convenient washing and cleaning;
- Does not damage guard hairs.
Hello Pet small (43 teeth)
The Furminator is shaped like a hand razor. The rubberized handle is very comfortable in the hand and does not slip. The model is suitable for small cats and dogs, as well as rabbits. The blades are made of stainless steel, and the teeth themselves are thought out to the smallest detail. They will help you comb out the fur carefully and quickly without harming your pet's skin. To ensure a more successful treatment, users recommend moistening the furminator in water.
Pros:
- Convenient design;
- Reliable sharp but safe blades;
- Affordable price;
- Removes fur efficiently;
- Prevents the formation of tangles.
Furminator for dogs - what is it and how does it work
The Furminator is an improved comb for removing undercoat on dogs, cats, rabbits, and horses. The tool was invented by American groomers Angie and David Porter. In 2000, they patented the FURminator deShedding trademark and launched production in China.
Now other companies are creating furminator combs. The FURminator brand name has evolved into the name of a tool for manually removing loose hair from pets.
Externally, the furminator resembles a razor, but instead of blades, a comb is attached to the handle. The teeth along their length are covered with excisions invisible to the eye, and are rounded at the tips. The distance between them is strictly adjusted so that the guard hair can pass freely.
When combing, the comb catches dead hair and lifts it to the surface without cutting or tugging. “Living” guard and integumentary hair slips between the teeth and remains intact.
Hello Furminator for dogs “Trixie”, 8 x 14 cm
The Furminator removes hair and excess hair from the undercoat well. It does not injure the animal's skin, so you can rest assured about its safety. Thanks to the special shape of the blades, the furminator will help remove any tangles. The blades themselves are made of strong steel, where it is possible to replace the attachment for a more successful haircut. The model is suitable for grooming horses.
Pros:
- High quality materials and reliable assembly;
- Ease of use;
- High-quality wool combing;
- Suitable for horses.
How to choose a Furminator for a dog
Before purchasing, consider the details of the tool:
- The size of the teeth, the distance between them. The Furminator will comb out the undercoat well if the length and frequency of the teeth correspond to the animal’s coat. Too many short teeth will not reach the undercoat of long-haired dogs. Rare long ones will not capture dead hair in short-haired animals.
- Quality of the working surface. In good quality instruments, the comb is made of durable stainless alloy. Upon examination, the teeth are even, shiny, smooth, without scratches, gaps or irregularities. To check, run the comb over your head. A good comb allows the hair to slide freely, leaving only traces of dust on the teeth.
- Ridge width. Estimate the size of the dog, weigh the pet. Mentally imagine which comb will remove the undercoat faster and more thoroughly. A miniature comb 3.5 cm wide will take more than an hour to treat a large dog. Wide combs 10–12 cm are inconvenient for combing small animals. For giant dogs, it is better to use two combs: a wide one for processing the body, a medium one for bends, paws, and head.
- Ergonomic handle. The comb with a textured rubber insert and a convex end on the handle does not slip out of the palm. For the rest, look at how you feel: how comfortable the instrument fits in your palm. The hand will quickly get tired if the length or width is not suitable, the tool is too heavy or constantly pops out.
- Fur reset button. This addition speeds up combing, but weakens the structure. Simple models are more durable, and hair is not difficult to remove with your hands.
- Additional functions. Manufacturers are constantly improving tools. They produce models with removable combs and sets of attachments of different widths, lengths and frequencies of teeth. Such tools are convenient to use when there are several animals of different sizes in the house. However, classic monolithic combs with bolted combs work longer.
New models have a vibration massage system built into them and are battery-powered. The animal may not like this at all. The moving and buzzing sounds are frightening and unnerving. The recommendations listed will be useful in a regular pet store, when you can pick up the comb and examine it. Order online from websites with a description of what size and coat length dogs the furminator comb is suitable for. Read reviews on forums.
Cat Small for cats with 2 combs 4.5 cm
Bright design, convenient shape, high-quality combing of fur of any length - this is all about the Cat Small furminator for cats with 2 4.5 cm combs. It will help to carefully remove hair during shedding and at the same time provide beneficial care for the undercoat. A special safety system will not allow the device to damage the delicate skin of the animal.
Pros:
- Removable comfortable handle;
- Reliable security system;
- Effective hair removal;
- Smooth adjustment of combing depth.
Choosing a Furminator for your cat
By choosing the right grooming tool, you can be sure of the quality of combing the coat and the excellent health of the animal during the procedure. Manufacturers produce many types of furminators, which are shown in the photo. In order to choose the most suitable type of tool, it is necessary to take into account the size of the cat and the length of its fur. For animals with long coats, tools are produced with appropriate teeth that can easily penetrate thick fur. During movement (in the direction of hair growth), the furminator does not help pull out hairs.
An equally important parameter when choosing is the width of the ridge. Below are recommendations from experts that will be useful:
- If a furminator is purchased for a small kitten or a medium-sized cat, then the ideal width would be 3.3 cm.
- For animals whose weight is 3-6 kg, a comb whose width will be 4.5-7 cm is suitable.
- If the tool is necessary for pets whose weight exceeds 6 kg, then it is worth purchasing furminators with a comb 10 cm wide.
The innovative device goes on sale in two types:
- Classic - the fur that accumulates on the handle of the instrument must be removed with your own hands.
- Deluxe - accumulated hairs on the handle are removed after pressing the FURejector button.
Furminator Long Hair Large Cat
The model is designed specifically for combing long hair and caring for thick undercoat. Its action is gentle, but very effective, so you don’t have to worry about minimal resistance: the blades reliably capture dead hairs without damaging the skin, and pull them out with them. The Furminator does not automatically remove fur from the blades, so you will have to remove them manually.
Pros:
- Bright and beautiful design;
- Ergonomic handle;
- Effectively cleans and removes a lot of hair in one go;
- Safety and ease of use.
Minuses:
- Heavy weight.
What types of furminators are there and how are they different?
So we come to the main question - “how to choose?” To know what will suit you, you need to study the range. In the case of furminators, this is not so difficult. You don't have to seek help from a veterinarian before purchasing. Figuring out which model your cat needs is not that difficult. So, cat furminators are:
- for breeds of different sizes;
- for long-haired and short-haired animals;
- different in price;
- different by country and manufacturer.
The main thing in choosing is the size of the cat and the length of its fur; for long-haired cats, you need to choose a tool with appropriate teeth. Otherwise, the device will tug at the cat’s fur, it will hurt the cat, he will begin to resist, and the effect will not please you.
In this regard, there are 5 types of furminator sizes (they may differ slightly from each other from different manufacturers).
- X-Small - used to care for kittens aged 2-3 months, its parameters are 1.25-3.3 cm;
- Small - intended for cats whose weight is no more than 5 kg, has parameters of 1.75-4.5 cm;
- Medium - suitable for almost all cats weighing more than 5 kg, has blade dimensions of 2.65-6.7 cm;
- Large - mostly intended for dogs weighing from 25 to 40 kg, has parameters of 4-10 cm;
- X-Large- is not suitable for cats; it has a blade measuring 5-12.5 cm.
In addition, all furminators are divided into two types - deluxe and classic. They differ in materials of manufacture and functionality. In simplified “classic” type devices, the hair is removed from the comb manually. In deluxe devices this is done automatically when you press a button.
The wide selection of furminators in stores is due to the large number of manufacturers who supply this device to the market. Tools from different brands vary in size, design and price. We will tell you in detail about each of them so that you can make your choice.
Furminator Foolee One XS 3.1
The convenient shape of the furminator is designed specifically for more effective grooming of the animal. The model is made in France, where all aspects are taken into account when creating the device. The comb and blade are made of stainless steel, which allows it to actively comb out wool of any length.
Pros:
- Comfortable rubberized handle;
- Quick cleaning and washing;
- Effective hair removal;
- Large selection of body colors;
- Affordable price.
Minuses:
- Heavy weight.
MARKETHOT Z00144
An effective furminator perfectly combs out the animal's fur during shedding. Its blades do not tear or pull out, but smoothly grab dead hairs and pull them out with them. The model is suitable for dogs with long and thick hair, which it will help tidy. The weight of the tool is a little heavy - 500 grams, but you quickly get used to it.
Pros:
- Good build quality and materials;
- Does not cause discomfort to the animal;
- Effective combing;
- High safety of use;
- Durability and reliability.
Minuses:
- Heavy.
HELLO PET SELF-CLEANING 42465M
The model is suitable for combing long and short hair. The blades are made of stainless steel with 65 teeth. They will help to quickly and reliably remove hair from the undercoat and will not scratch the animal’s skin. A special button on the handle of the product will help you quickly remove hair from the blades and the device is ready for use again.
Pros:
- Comfortable shape and high-quality materials;
- Effective combing of wool;
- Stainless steel blades;
- Self-cleaning of blades from wool;
- Affordable price.
How to use the device?
Before using the Furminator, you should carefully inspect the fur of your British cat..
- There should be no inflammation, rash or any other wounds on the body. If hair pellets are found in the fur, they should be removed before using the furminator.
- It is also important to wash and dry the fur. Since the device cannot be used on wet wool.
- Another very important nuance is the use of a furminator according to wool growth, and in no case vice versa. Without the use of force or pressure.
