Shedding Season Survival Guide: Grooming Tips for Aussie Dogs and Cats This Late Spring
If your couch, car seats and favourite black jumper are suddenly covered in fur, you're not imagining it. As the weather warms up across Australia in late spring, many dogs and cats drop their thicker winter undercoat to get ready for summer. It's completely natural, but it can turn your home into a fur factory almost overnight.
The good news? A simple, regular grooming routine makes a big difference, both for your pet's comfort and for the state of your floors. Here's how to stay on top of shedding season.
1. Brush Little and Often
A quick five-minute brush a few times a week is far more effective (and more enjoyable for your pet) than one marathon session once a month. Regular brushing lifts loose hair before it ends up on your furniture and helps you spot knots before they become tangles. Pick a calm time of day, like after an evening walk, and keep sessions short and positive.
2. Choose the Right Tool for the Coat
Short-coated breeds usually do well with a fine-toothed comb or rubber brush, while long-haired and double-coated pets may need a combination of tools to reach the undercoat. Always brush in the direction the hair grows, and be gentle around sensitive areas like the belly, ears and tail.
3. Check the Coat While You Groom
Warmer, more humid weather also means more creepy-crawlies outdoors. Grooming time is a great chance to run a fine comb through your pet's coat and check their skin for anything unusual, such as redness, scratching spots, lumps or little hitchhikers picked up in the backyard or bush. If you notice anything that concerns you, or you have questions about parasite prevention, have a chat with your vet.
4. Make Grooming a Treat, Not a Chore
Many pets learn to love grooming when it's paired with something good. Offer praise, a gentle scratch in their favourite spot or a small treat at the end of each session. Cats in particular often prefer to set their own pace, so letting them come to you can make the whole process much smoother.
5. Keep On Top of the House
Even with great grooming, some fur will escape. Wash pet bedding regularly, vacuum favourite napping spots and keep a lint roller by the door. Brushing outdoors or on the verandah, where possible, means less hair inside.
Our Shedding Season Grooming Picks
Two easy-to-use grooming tools from the 3Doz range to help you (and your pets) through shedding season.
Stainless Steel Flea Comb and Bath Brush for Pets
This handy comb has a comfortable TPE and PP handle and steel needles with a beaded design that's made to resist tangling hair while giving your pet a gentle massage. The needles also have an anti-static effect, which is especially useful in dry weather. It comes in two sizes: Small (14 x 9.5cm) for toy and small dogs, and Large (16 x 11.5cm) for small to medium dogs.
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Self-Grooming Cat Corner Brush and Massager
Perfect for cats who like to groom on their own terms. This smart corner brush contains catnip to attract your cat, and an infrared sensor starts the brush automatically when they approach, then switches it to standby when they walk away. The flexible bristles suit both short and long-haired cats, and a built-in safety mechanism stops the brush if it's held or blocked. Made from ABS and silica gel, it measures 133 x 96 x 160mm.
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Get Ahead of Shedding Season
A few minutes of brushing each week keeps your pet comfortable, gives you a chance to check their coat, and means a lot less fur around the house as summer rolls in. Stock up on your grooming essentials at 3Doz today and enjoy a cleaner, calmer home this season.