If your dog rides along to Hap Magee, Mitchell Canyon or the Lafayette Reservoir, you already know: pet hair gets everywhere. And it doesn't just sit on top. It weaves itself into carpet and seat fabric so a regular vacuum barely touches it.
Why pet hair is so hard to remove
Short, stiff hair from breeds like labs, pugs and boxers works its way into fabric like tiny needles. Longer hair tangles and mats. Add heat, and it bonds with body oils and dust. A household vacuum pulls off the loose layer and leaves the rest.
How to slow it down
- Use a seat cover or hammock. The single best thing you can do. Wash it, not your car.
- Brush your dog before car rides. Especially during spring and fall shedding.
- Keep a rubber brush in the glove box. A quick swipe across the seats every few rides keeps buildup in check.
- Use rubber floor mats. Hair sits on top and shakes right off.
What we do when it's too late
Our pet hair removal is a real process, not just a longer vacuum:
- Loosen it. Rubber pet hair tools and stiff brushes pull hair up out of the weave.
- Blow it out. Compressed air lifts hair from seams, rails and tight corners.
- Vacuum it up. A strong extraction vacuum gets what's now loose.
- Finish and freshen. Wipe-down, and an optional odor treatment if the smell has settled in.
Why heavy pet hair can cost more
Light pet hair is part of every interior detail. Heavy shedding, like a car that's been a dog's second home for a year, can add an hour or more. That's why our pet hair removal add-on starts at $75, and we'll always show you and confirm the price before we start.
Ready for a clean car again? Book an Interior Detail and add pet hair removal.