FURminator - DeShedding Tool Short Hair Cats

TL;DR: The FURminator DeShedding Tool for Short Hair Cats is a stainless steel grooming tool made for adult short-haired cats over 10 lb. It reaches through the topcoat to lift loose undercoat fur, helping reduce shedding around the home and supporting fewer hairballs.

Short-haired cats shed more undercoat than most owners expect, and a standard bristle brush tends to glide over it. This furminator deshedding tool for cats is built to catch that loose fur before it settles on the couch.

What does this deshedding tool do?

The stainless steel edge slides through the topcoat and collects loose undercoat hair without cutting skin or damaging the outer coat. Used one to two times per week, it can noticeably cut down on visible shedding.

The curved edge follows the contour of your cat's body, and the FUREjector® button releases the collected fur in a single press so grooming sessions stay uninterrupted.

Key features

• Stainless steel edge — reaches the undercoat without cutting the topcoat.
• Curved edge — conforms to the cat's body shape to help protect skin during grooming.
• FUREjector® button — releases collected fur with one press.
• Ergonomic handle — comfortable grip for longer grooming sessions.
• Sized for adult cats over 10 lb — suited to medium and large short-haired cats.

Specifications

Attribute	Value
Brand	FURminator
Type	Undercoat deshedding tool
Coat length	Short hair
Cat size	Over 10 lb (medium to large)
Life stage	Adult
Edge material	Stainless steel
Health focus	Hairball reduction

Who is it for?

This furminator deshedding tool cat owners reach for suits adult, short-haired cats weighing over 10 lb who shed heavily. It fits households dealing with fur on furniture and clothing, or cats that bring up hairballs regularly.

It is not intended for kittens, long-haired coats, or cats under 10 lb — a smaller or coat-specific tool is a better match there.

Feeding & use

Brush in the direction of hair growth with light pressure; the edge does the work, so pressing down is unnecessary. Start with one to two short sessions per week and stop if your cat shows signs of discomfort.

Avoid irritated skin, wounds, and matted areas, and work on a clean, dry, tangle-free coat for best results. Press the FUREjector® button between passes to empty the collected fur into a bin.

What pairs well with it?

You may also like the SAFARI - Self Cleaning Slicker Brush as a gentler everyday follow-up, or the Riley & Rex - Pet Grooming Glove for cats who prefer hands-on sessions over a tool. For a wipe-down between grooming days, SWEDERMA - Therapeutic KETO-C Wipes can round out the routine.

Whichever you choose, a consistent weekly schedule matters more than long sessions — a few minutes with the deshedding tool for cats goes further than one long brush-out a month.

Available for same-day pickup at our North York, Toronto storefront, or ships Canada-wide.