Treatment Instructions

FURminator shed-less treatment instructions

It is very important you read and understand these instructions thoroughly before performing the FURminator shed-less treatment. Make sure all personnel are adequately trained and supervised in the process. These instructions apply to dogs, but the FURminator shed-less treatment works well for cats too. The FURminator shed-less treatment is designed to be performed on "shedding" dogs. All dogs shed, but the extent and hair growth varies by the breed. With some breeds the "shed hair" falls off very easily, and others, it remains in the topcoat. With dogs considered "non-shedding" breeds like Poodles, most all of the "shed hair" will remain in the coat and if not brushed will become tangled and matted. The FURminator shed-less treatment should NOT be performed on breeds like a Poodle. Shedding breeds of dogs (including Terriers) are best candidates for the FURminator shed-less treatment. Inspect the pet as closely as possible. The pet’s coat and skin should be in good condition. Do not perform the FURminator shed-less treatment if the pet has extra sensitive skin, a skin condition or an injury. Check with a veterinarian if you are in doubt. The FURminator shed-less treatment is an "add-on" treatment that is in addition to a bath or grooming.

step one, the bath
Start with a massaging bath that separates the pet’s coat and stimulates the hair follicles. Protect the pet’s ears and eyes. Use warm water to wet the coat completely before applying shampoo. The FURminator deShedding shampoo is recommended. Gently massage the skin and coat and let the shampoo clean and loosen the hair as well as dissolve oils and dirt. Make sure to rinse out all the shampoo. A power / pressure bathing system is highly recommended.

step two, the deShedding solution
This specially formulated all-natural FURminator deShedding solution helps to loosen the undercoat and loose hair. Apply the solution saturating the entire coat. Let it stand for 5 minutes while massaging and brushing it into the pet’s undercoat. Rinse with warm water. Apply any conditioners (if needed).

step three, drying & brushing
Use a high velocity dryer to separate and remove the excess coat and loose hair on the pet. Force air dry until the coat is completely dry. Some shops prefer to force air dry a pet to remove some of the loose hair and undercoat and then let the pet finish drying in a cage dryer. This targeted blow drying process is followed by thorough brushing and combing. For most medium to heavy coated breeds, a wire slicker brush is a good choice for brushing. The skin of shorter haired dogs can be scratched by a wire slicker, so a rubber brush might work better. Be very careful not to "brush burn" the pet. Rough brushing and combing as well as putting too much downward pressure can cause the skin to get irritated and red. Don’t brush the skin, but the hair, brushing it out and up away from the skin. Be extra careful around the male sheath, stomach and around the inside of the legs. Dogs with sensitive skin can get brush burns even with light brushing. Medium and long coats can hide existing sores, cuts and skin conditions, so inspect each pet carefully during the brushing procedure.

step four, the FURminator professional deShedding tool
The FURminator professional deShedding tool is used to extract additional loose hair and undercoat from the pet ... leaving only the shiny and healthy top coat. With the edge and teeth of the tool angled toward the coat of your dog or cat, GENTLY pull the tool across the coat in the direction of the pet's hair growth. Use the tool like a hair brush and stroke across, up and away from your pet's skin. Use long, gentle strokes with the tool and avoid repeated strokes in the same area. Be extra careful near the pet's most sensitive areas (stomach, legs, genitals and anus). DO NOT APPLY TOO MUCH WEIGHT OR DOWNWARD PRESSURE as you comb through the pet's coat. Deep or rough brushing can cause the pet's skin to become red and irritated, and pet's with sensitive skin may suffer brush burns even with light combing. If you notice any redness or irritation on your pet's skin, immediately stop using the tool. Using the FURminator tool as well as brushing can extract a lot of loose hair and a mask should be worn to reduce inhaling the hair.

When a customer picks up their pet, remind them that excitement and stress can trigger hormones that can cause their pet to shed, and they may experience some of this in the first 12 to 24 hours after they take their pet home. Excessive shedding may be caused by a pets health and diet and should be discussed with a veterinarian.

The FURminator shed-less treatment is even more effective with regular treatments performed every 4 to 6 weeks.

The FURminator professional deShedding tool has a fine toothed precision deShedding edge that can be sharpened and great care should be taken to protect the teeth. Replace the edge cover when not in use. FURminator Inc. does not guarantee against broken teeth on the deShedding edge.