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Have you ever been driving your car, and suddenly a dog hair is in your eye? Or worse, it’s on the seat and you can’t get it off without taking your shoes off. Well, fear no more! This article will teach you how to get dog hair out of car seats.
Vacuum the car with a handheld vacuum.
Vacuuming is one of the easiest ways to get hair out of your car. First, vacuum the seats and floor mats, then move on to the headrests. Next, vacuum along the sides of your seats and trunk. The upholstery attachment on your handheld vacuum should be able to reach most areas without too much trouble. If you have an area that’s hard to reach, use a long crevice tool or other attachment to get between seat cushions, under seats and so forth.
The best way to remove dog hair from seats is to vacuum them regularly with a handheld vacuum cleaner. This will remove loose hairs and prevent them from accumulating on the seats. You should also vacuum the floor mats with an upright vacuum cleaner twice weekly to keep them clean too.
Brush the seats first with a rubber glove.
You might find that brushing first will help loosen up any stuck-on pets hairs before using your vacuum cleaner. Put on a rubber glove and brush those zippers down along with any other areas where pet hair tends to collect — such as around headrests or door trims.
It is possible to brush off loose hairs from seats using just your hands, but this takes a lot of time and effort. A rubber glove can help because it will protect your hands from getting scratched by dog claws while you are brushing off loose hairs from seat covers and upholstery fabric. Start by brushing away any large clumps of fur before using a rubber glove or an old toothbrush
Use a vehicle brush and upholstery cleaner to clean the seats.
If you have a dog that sheds, you know that hair can sometimes be hard to remove. You may even try vacuuming it up or using pet hair remover spray, but some of it is still left behind. This is normal and nothing to worry about, but you do need to make sure your seat covers are completely clean before driving around in your vehicle.
Remove stubborn hair with duct tape.
If there are still some stray hairs after using the above methods, then you can use duct tape to get rid of them. Just place the tape over the remaining fur and pull it off in one quick motion. The adhesive will grab onto the hair and pull it up so that you can dispose of it properly (or keep if for later use).
Use a Velcro curler to get between the cracks.
Use a Velcro curler to get between the cracks. It’s the perfect tool for getting out those tough dog hairs that your vacuum can’t reach.
Keep your dog off the furniture.
If you have an indoor dog, they’re going to shed no matter what you do. But if you’re worried about getting dog hair on your furniture, try keeping them off of it as much as possible. This will make it easier when cleaning up after them and keep their fur from getting in your carpet or upholstery.
Try using a lint roller on hard surfaces before using a vacuum.
A lint roller is one of my favorite tools for getting out pet hair from hard surfaces! They’re super cheap and easy to use, so try using one before using your vacuum on any hardwood floors or counters where you want to keep things looking nice.
How To Get Dog Hair Out Of Car
Dog hair is everywhere, especially in the car. If you have a dog that rides in the car with you on a regular basis, you know how quickly the interior can get covered in hair.
Luckily, there are some simple things you can do to keep your car clean and free of dog hair. Here are five tips:
- Remove as much hair as possible before your dog gets into the car.
- If possible, put a rubber floor mat down in the backseat so that any hair that does come off will be easy to sweep or vacuum up later.
- Use a lint roller to pick up any stray hairs that fall onto your seats or console area during your dog’s visit. This will make it easier to clean up when you’re done traveling with your pup.
- Wash the seats and carpets regularly with a pet shampoo or enzyme-based cleaner so they don’t retain odor or attract dirt as easily after being cleaned with these products.
- Vacuum frequently — at least once a week if not more often — to keep dirt from accumulating inside the vehicle.”
