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Doggone Dirty: How to Get Dog Hair Out of Your Car

Doggone Dirty: How to Get Dog Hair Out of Your Car Category:Carpet Protection
Doggone Dirty: How to Get Dog Hair Out of Your Car

If you’re tired of cleaning dog hair out of your car, you’re not alone. Pets are known for shedding hair pretty much everywhere you go, but there’s a solution that doesn’t involve leaving your dog at home. 

Whether you’re taking them to the vet or going on a trip, sometimes your furry friend just has to come with you. But all that pet hair can be more than just a nuisance. Excess pet dander can be a danger to your health, setting off allergic reactions and respiratory issues. 

Use these tips to avoid driving around a giant ball of hair.

Vacuum First

Getting pet hair out of your car usually begins and ends with vacuuming. You’ve probably used this method hundreds of times with varying degrees of success. The humble vacuum is still the preferred choice when it comes to removing dog hair. You can suck up large quantities of hair in just a few minutes. 

You’ll need a strong appliance with maximum suction. Long hairs can easily get stuck inside the vacuum, reducing its ability to suck up new particles down the line. Remember to empty out the bag often to avoid clogging up the system. Use curved attachments that will fit into those hard-to-reach areas for an easier clean. 

man vacuums his car

Brush It Out

Pet hairs tend to root themselves deep inside the upholstery. You might have to physically drag, pull or brush out excess hairs before sucking them up with a vacuum. 

Use a wire brush with thick, flexible bristles to bring the hair to the surface. Run the bristles over the fabric until the hairs come loose. You can also use a rubber glove, lint roller, dryer sheet, a piece of duct tape or even a balloon to pull the hairs out of the fabric. Hair tends to stick to rubber surfaces. Rub them on the seat to build up a charge of static electricity. This should help bring out the hairs.

Once they are out of the upholstery, you should be able to suck them up with the vacuum or throw the hairball right in the trash.

Pumice Stone

If you’re new to the world of pumice stones, they are often used to remove tough calluses and imperfections from the skin. But you can also use them to get the dog hair out of your upholstery. Buy one online or at your local beauty and wellness shop.

Start by lightly rubbing the stone into the carpet, floor or upholstery. Hair that’s embedded into the fibers of the carpet should start to come up to the surface. Run the stone in the same direction to avoid making an even bigger mess.

Hair will start to bind to the pumice stone. Spray the stone with some water and fabric softener to quickly get rid of excess hair. The fabric softener will break the static bond that binds the hair to the stone. This will make clean-up much easier. 

footprints dog car seat

Keeping Pet Hair at Bay

Getting pet hair out of your car can be a chore. That’s why you should consider laying down some protection before having your dog jump into the backseat. Blankets and towels will only do so much to prevent hair from sticking to the floor and seats. The fabric will shift around underneath your dog, which isn’t much of a solution.

We recommend laying down a series of car floor mats. They are made with thick rubber that binds to the dog hair. When the backseat starts to look hairy, just rinse off the mat and let it dry before sticking it back in your car. Picking up pet hair is just that easy. Go with a custom mat that fits over the entire floor for even more protection.

Shop Floor Mats

Use car and truck seat covers to protect the upholstery as well. They fit over your seats, going all the way in between the cracks. Your dog can roam around all they want, and their hair will stay on the seat cover where it belongs. Look for seat covers that you can throw in the washer and dryer for less hassle. 

Your pet loves riding in the car. Instead of leaving them at home, use these tools to keep the interior looking its best. You won’t have to worry about sitting in a pile of hair–at least when you’re in the car.

 

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