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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
I'm a vet, here's the surprising hidden cause of fur shedding – and how to tackle it
HAVING a dog can be the best thing in the world. They are brilliant companions, get us out and about on walks and generally make a house a home. Advertisement 3 Tackling dog hair can be a nightmare 3 Cat the Vet reveals reason behind shedding But they can also make a big mess - especially if they are a hairy breed. Now a vet has revealed the surprising reason behind why mutts can turn into moulting monsters - and it's nothing to do with the weather. Vileda, the experts behind the Pet Pro cleaning range, has teamed up with pet specialist and influencer Cat The Vet to shed some light on the hairy issue. Cat revealed the main trigger isn't what you expect. Advertisement READ MORE IN FABULOUS She says: "Did you know that light, not temperature is actually the major trigger for shedding? "The changing amount of daylight leads to hormonal changes that impact on the growth cycle of hairs, causing them to either thicken up, or gradually fall out". So, as the days get longer or shorter, your pet's body clock tells them it's time for a new 'do'. Our cosy homes can confuse things even more. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Breaking Live Blog Cat says: "Ambient temperatures do have an impact which is why some dogs shed far more in the winter because the shorter days are causing their fur to grow but our heated houses are encouraging it to shed." But despite their hairiness, new research from Vileda shows a whopping 64 per cent of women are more excited to see their pet than their partner after a long day at work . INCREDIBLE moment hero vet staff save dog from choking on favourite toy Meanwhile, 70 per cent of pets have their own dedicated spot on the sofa. With our furry overlords so firmly in charge, keeping on top of the fluff is a national obsession. In fact, Brits spend an average of FOUR HOURS a week, or 208 hours a year, on pet-related housework. Advertisement But there are ways to cut down on the creature clean-up. Clare Bolland from Vileda says: "We created the Vileda Pet Pro range to make tackling the inevitable household havoc easier.' When it comes to tackling the sofa and soft furnishings, Clare said: "We know that cuddles on the sofa with our pet can cause havoc when it comes to cleaning fabric couches, which can often cling on to fine strands of fur causing them to look tatty and unclean. "Having the Vileda Pet Pro Electostatic Brush on hand means a quick brush down of the sofa before bedtime will help you keep on top of this task in a matter of minutes – its clever rubber bristles attract and collect pet hair using electrostatic action – and after using it, you can simply rinse it under the tap and use it again and again.' Advertisement Clare also recommends that when mess occurs, it's best to deal with it as quickly as possible: "It's always quicker to clean up a mess while it's fresh rather than letting it sit." 3 Try out the Vileda Pet Pro Electostatic Brush
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
I'm a vet, here's the surprising hidden cause of fur shedding – and how to tackle it
PET PEEVE I'm a vet, here's the surprising hidden cause of fur shedding – and how to tackle it HAVING a dog can be the best thing in the world. They are brilliant companions, get us out and about on walks and generally make a house a home. 3 Tackling dog hair can be a nightmare 3 Cat the Vet reveals reason behind shedding But they can also make a big mess - especially if they are a hairy breed. Now a vet has revealed the surprising reason behind why mutts can turn into moulting monsters - and it's nothing to do with the weather. Vileda, the experts behind the Pet Pro cleaning range, has teamed up with pet specialist and influencer Cat The Vet to shed some light on the hairy issue. Cat revealed the main trigger isn't what you expect. She says: "Did you know that light, not temperature is actually the major trigger for shedding? "The changing amount of daylight leads to hormonal changes that impact on the growth cycle of hairs, causing them to either thicken up, or gradually fall out". So, as the days get longer or shorter, your pet's body clock tells them it's time for a new 'do'. Our cosy homes can confuse things even more. Cat says: "Ambient temperatures do have an impact which is why some dogs shed far more in the winter because the shorter days are causing their fur to grow but our heated houses are encouraging it to shed." But despite their hairiness, new research from Vileda shows a whopping 64 per cent of women are more excited to see their pet than their partner after a long day at work. INCREDIBLE moment hero vet staff save dog from choking on favourite toy Meanwhile, 70 per cent of pets have their own dedicated spot on the sofa. With our furry overlords so firmly in charge, keeping on top of the fluff is a national obsession. In fact, Brits spend an average of FOUR HOURS a week, or 208 hours a year, on pet-related housework. But there are ways to cut down on the creature clean-up. Clare Bolland from Vileda says: "We created the Vileda Pet Pro range to make tackling the inevitable household havoc easier.' When it comes to tackling the sofa and soft furnishings, Clare said: "We know that cuddles on the sofa with our pet can cause havoc when it comes to cleaning fabric couches, which can often cling on to fine strands of fur causing them to look tatty and unclean. "Having the Vileda Pet Pro Electostatic Brush on hand means a quick brush down of the sofa before bedtime will help you keep on top of this task in a matter of minutes – its clever rubber bristles attract and collect pet hair using electrostatic action – and after using it, you can simply rinse it under the tap and use it again and again.' Clare also recommends that when mess occurs, it's best to deal with it as quickly as possible: "It's always quicker to clean up a mess while it's fresh rather than letting it sit."
Scottish Sun
03-06-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
I'm a vet – here's the five dog breeds that shed the most and how to avoid a hairy home
Scroll down to see the top five offenders PET HATE I'm a vet – here's the five dog breeds that shed the most and how to avoid a hairy home DOG and cat owners are daft about their furry friends. But many have one big pet hate - how much fur they leave all over your home. Advertisement 2 Cleaning up after your pet doesn't have to be a chore A recent survey by Vileda revealed that three in five women would rather share the sofa with a pet than their partner when watching telly. But with many households struggling to keep on top of cleaning up after their fluffy friends, one pet expert has revealed the top shedding breeds that will wreak havoc in your home. Vileda, the expert cleaning brand behind the Pet Pro range, has teamed up with pet expert, and influencer, Cat The Vet to spill the beans on the breeds most likely to leave your home covered in fluff. Cat said: "Unless you've got a non-shedding dog breed like a poodle cross, you'll know all about the pet hair struggle. Advertisement "While some breeds shed all year round, for most, their coats change with the seasons." She adds: "Did you know that how much your dog sheds is all down to their genes? "Some breeds are seasonal shedders, losing their coats twice a year in a big 'blow out' – think Akitas and Huskies. Others, like Labradors, shed non-stop!" Coming top of the list of doggy offenders are Labradors. These gorgeous dogs have a dense undercoat and a thicker outer coat. Advertisement This allows them to regulate their body temperature - but also means they have lots more fur to shed. In second place is German Shepherds which also have a double coat. They tend to shed their coat fully twice a year, in spring and autumn. The Supervet's Noel Fitzpatrick reveals how a dog exposed man's affair in the most astonishing way Meanwhile, third on the ranking is an Akita. Another double coated dog, they tend to leave clumps of fair coloured hair during the main shedding season. But don't throw in the towel if you're struggling to win the battle against fur and dander. Advertisement Cleaning expert Clare Bolland, from Vileda, has some brilliant hacks to keep your home gleaming, even with the fluffiest of breeds. She says: "On average, we spend more than four hours a week on cleaning tasks caused by our pets and 35 per cent of pet owners admitted they underestimated how much cleaning they'd have to do before getting their pet. "But there are loads of handy hacks to make cleaning quicker and easier – leaving you more quality time to spend with your pet.' Advertisement Brush them OUTSIDE Clare warns: "Brushing your dog or cat regularly will seriously cut down on indoor shedding – and the trick is to do it outdoors. "Take them into the garden at least once per week to brush their coat. "Doing this inside might not seem like a big problem, but fine hairs will be dispersed in your home – then settling and creating more work to clean up later.' Fur-free forty winks Clare said: "We love our pets so much that 79 per cent of us let them sleep in our beds. Advertisement "But here's the main tip: change your bedding every three to four days. Even if your dog or cat looks clean, they'll bring dirt and debris into your bed that hides in their fur or on their paws. That ends up on your sheets, pillows, and duvet cover." Stray pet hairs will cling to your bedding and fabric headboards. The expert added: "Leave it too long and it can become trapped inside your pillows, duvet, and mattress, making it even more difficult to remove later down the line." Her secret weapon is Vileda's Pet Pro Electrostatic Brush - which you can keep in your bedside drawer. Advertisement Clare says: "A quick once-over of your bed each morning removes pet hair in minutes, so you can enjoy plenty of cuddles from your furry friend every night. And give your duvet and pillows a good shake when you change your bedding to stop fur getting embedded." TOP SHEDDING OFFENDERS HERE are the top offenders according to the pet experts: Top five dog breeds for shedding: Labradors German shepherds Akitas Huskies Basset hounds Top 5 cat breeds for shedding: Maine Coon Long haired moggy Short haired moggy Ragdoll Persian Make cleaning a BREEZE The expert said: "Having the right products on hand is vital to streamline your cleaning routine. "We designed the Vileda Pet Pro Always Clean Broom for ultimate ease and speed. Its rubber bristles attract and collect dirt and pet hair from any floor type – including hard floors, carpets and rugs. "The angled bristles make it quicker to reach and clean corners, and it's easy to clean: simply rinse it under the tap after use.' Advertisement
Daily Mail
26-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Say goodbye to tangled pet hair and dust bunnies! This 'powerful' Shark cordless vacuum is over $100 off right now - but not for long
Shark is one of the biggest brands, offering shoppers high-tech vacuums, hair tools, fans, and more - and right now, you can save over $100 on a top-rated vacuum. You may be familiar with their popular FlexStyle hair styling tool or one of their numerous stain removal tools — but have you heard of their powerful compact Shark Pet Pro Cordless Vacuum? Shark Pet Pro Cordless Stick Vacuum Enjoy a deeper clean this with our favorite go-anywhere vacuum! This cordless five-star rated find is an absolute steal with multi-surface capability, generous charge time, and flex technology. New QVC users can grab it for a shocking 36 percent off with code HELLO15 at checkout. $185 (was $289) Shop The on-the-go vacuum, designed to combat pesky pet hair, is one of a kind in its versatility. It is lightweight and easy to lift, making cleaning cobwebs and car seats a breeze. As an added bonus, it comes ready to chomp its way through dirt and grime with two additional tool attachments. The bestselling vacuum is on sale on QVC right now for $185, a shocking 36 percent off its original price of $289. We know it sounds too good to be true, but it is! Just use code HELLO15 to snag this price at checkout. The epitome of small but mighty, the Shark Pet Pro Cordless Vacuum design combines Shark's iconic cleaning technology with a cordless model to get the job done. One user said: 'The Shark vacuum is light, cordless, goes from carpet to wood floors within seconds, doesn't throw back crumbs and is very powerful!' Whether you are tackling the downstairs or upstairs of your house, this vacuum is light enough to carry but strong enough to deep clean. It holds a generous 40 minutes of runtime in one go and recharges in under an hour! Users love the cordless freedom, with one saying: 'I have back issues and when I saw this Shark Cordless Vacuum, I had to have it! It breaks down to vacuum under my coffee table and since it's cordless I don't have to bend to wrap the cord. So powerful for a cordless!' What makes the Shark Pet Pro Cordless Vacuum such a standout product is its MultiFlex technology. Unlike nearly any other vacuum, this one actually 'flexes' in half to reach the tough spots, such as under coffee tables. The design helps put ease back into cleaning with seamless transitions between upright and folded. Plus, this model even has handheld capabilities and can instantly turn into a hand-vac with the press of a button! Cleaning can feel like a chore, but what makes the Shark Pet Pro Cordless Vacuum so amazing is how easy it is to maintain. This vacuum has self-cleaning PowerFins brush roll that eliminates worry around clogs, and its canister is removable for quick emptying. Furthermore, Shark ensured maximum clean by installing a filtration system that locks 99.99 percent of dust and allergens down to 0.3 microns. Users love the reliable clean, with one saying: 'I love this Shark Cordless Vacuum. It works great! I vacuum every day because we have a fluffy dog. The hair/fur does not get tangled around the roller.' If you are ready to upgrade your cleaning game, Shark is the way to go. But make sure to order soon while you can save big with 36 percent off the Shark Pet Pro Cordless Vacuum on QVC when you use the new user code HELLO15.
Wall Street Journal
16-05-2025
- General
- Wall Street Journal
Bissell's Little Green Mini Is a Small Machine for Life's Messy Moments
The videos I watched of the Bissell Little Green Mini show it working on far tougher stains than dog-muzzle juice, like coffee on a beige carpet. The Mini's predecessor, the slightly larger Little Green (model 1400B), has a solid reputation for cleaning stains. At about $100, the newer Mini seemed like a reasonable investment that, if it worked, I'd be using more proactively before stains set in. When Bissell offered a model for me to test, I was up to the challenge. Out of the box, the Mini lives up to its name: the 7-pound (empty) cleaner is roughly 12 x 12 x 6 inches and falls between a coffee maker and a medium-sized toaster oven in size. It has a 12-foot cord with a 4-foot-long hose to get you near the stain. Bissell ships the Mini with an 8-ounce bottle of liquid stain remover. The cleaner's setup is straightforward: Fill the right-hand side tank to its max fill line with warm tap water, then top that off with roughly an ounce of stain remover. The Mini's limited two-year warranty spells out that you should only use cleaners mentioned in the owner's manual, including the brand's Pet Pro Oxy Spot & Stain and Simply Spot & Stain, to protect internal components. Once I had loaded the cleaning solution, it was time to suck out some stains. Following the directions, I sprayed the solution on the stain and let it sit for two minutes. Then I went to work, manually rubbing the upholstery with the 3-inch-wide brush built into the nozzle. This step works the solution down into the fibers and, for chunkier stains, loosens debris like dirt. Once you let off the spray trigger, put the nozzle on the carpet and start pulling the tool towards yourself, the vacuum starts sucking. That's when you see the spray and other debris get lifted up through the nozzle's clear, 3 ½-inch-wide suction head. I continued the pulling motion until almost no moisture was coming up into the tool. Once I was done and the area was dry, the stain was gone. I was impressed that it worked and did the job quickly enough that I can see myself dispatching the Mini frequently to spot-treat stains. There were a few mild issues in my testing. The tanks leak a bit, especially when loading and unloading it. The rinse tool that comes with the unit — a plastic dome that clips onto the hose for easy storage and flushes the hose before you store it — is something you want to use near the sink because it leaks a little, too. The Mini might not yank a four-year-old pinot noir stain out of a cream sofa (at least not without some heavy-duty pre-treating), but it's a quick and effective tool for easier-to-remove stains. The alternative — hoping our dog starts drinking from a Stanley tumbler like everyone else — likely takes more training than I have time for.
