How to Wash Away Dog Hair

Although great pets, many dogs shed a lot.

Many people own a dog as a family pet or companion. While there are some breeds of dogs considered "low-shedding" dogs, there are far many more dogs that shed---and shed a lot. The fur can get into your bed sheets, on furniture, in the carpet and all over your clothes. To look your best, wash dog hair from your clothes.

Things You'll Need

• Dog brush
• Duct tape
• Washing machine
• Laundry detergent
• Dryer

Instructions

1. Groom your dog thoroughly to ensure less fur is shed. Use a dog's grooming brush to brush through the fur. The grooming brush will help remove excess fur from the coat.

2. Roll a strip of duct into a circle, with the adhesive part on the outside of the circle. Go over your clothing with the tape to remove excess fur. This will help prevent too much fur from being washed down the utility sink when washing the clothes, potentially clogging drains.

3. Fill the washing machine with warm water. Add a cup of laundry detergent to the wash. Add your clothes into the wash.

4. Place your clothes in the dryer to dry completely.

5. Clean out the lint trap of your dryer. If the fur is not cleaned out of the lint trap every time your dry your clothes, the next load of laundry may get the fur on them. Not cleaning your lint trap can also cause fires.

References

• The Fun Times Guide: Clean Dog Fur