A grooming process that removes loose, dead undercoat hair before it can shed onto furniture and clothing. Deshedding tools like undercoat rakes and high-velocity dryers are used to pull the dead coat out efficiently, reducing shedding by up to 90% for heavy-shedding breeds.
Essential for double-coated breeds such as Golden Retrievers, Huskies, and Samoyeds during their seasonal coat blows in spring and fall. Regular deshedding prevents matting caused by trapped dead coat and dramatically reduces household fur.
Never deshed a dry, dirty coat — bathe and fully dry the dog first. A clean, dry coat releases dead hair far more effectively and the process is faster and less uncomfortable for the dog.