TL;DR: The Petmate Undercoat Rake is a deshedding brush built to reach through thick double coats and lift out loose hair before it lands on your floors. It's a practical grooming tool for long-haired or heavy-shedding dogs, and works on long-haired cats too. Shedding season can leave a double-coated dog matted and your home covered in fur. This undercoat rake from Petmate is designed to penetrate dense coats and pull free the loose undercoat without tugging at the topcoat. Regular use helps reduce matting and keeps the coat looking cleaner between baths. Among deshedding brushes for dogs, it's one of the more straightforward additions to a grooming kit. Key features Built for thick undercoats — reaches through long or dense fur on heavy-shedding breeds. Rounded teeth — designed to lift loose hair while reducing the risk of skin irritation. Ergonomic, non-slip handle — comfortable grip for longer grooming sessions. Reduces shedding and mats — supports a cleaner home and a healthier-looking coat. Works on dogs and long-haired cats — versatile across multi-pet households. Specifications Attribute Value Brand Petmate Product type Undercoat rake / deshedding brush Tooth design Rounded tips Handle Ergonomic, non-slip grip Suitable for Dogs and long-haired cats Who is it for? This brush is aimed at owners of double-coated or long-haired dogs — breeds that drop a heavy undercoat seasonally and need more than a surface brush. As one of the more versatile deshedding brushes for cats, it also suits long-haired cats whose coats tend to mat behind the ears, on the belly, or around the hindquarters. If your current grooming setup only includes a slicker or bristle brush, the Petmate - Undercoat Rake Deshedding Brush fills the gap by reaching the layer underneath. Feeding & use Start with a dry, tangle-free coat and work in the direction of hair growth, using light pressure so the rounded teeth glide through rather than dig in. Move in short, gentle strokes across the back, sides, hindquarters, and chest, lifting out loose fur as it collects on the rake. For most double-coated dogs, one to three sessions per week is enough; increase the frequency during heavy shedding seasons. Stop if you hit a mat — work it out with your fingers or a dedicated dematting tool first, then resume. How does it compare to other deshedding tools? Different coat types respond to different tools, so it can help to have a couple of options on hand. You may also like the Conairpro - Dog DeShedder for a blade-style approach, the Baxter & Bella - Deshedder & Rake Comb for smaller dogs, or the Baxter & Bella - Adjustable Deshedder Rake if you want adjustable depth across multiple pets. These deshedding brushes each suit a slightly different coat, so building a small kit gives you the right tool for each pet in the household. Available for same-day pickup at our North York, Toronto storefront, or ships Canada-wide.
