How to get dog hair out of carpet

Rake it loose first

A rubber broom builds static that lifts embedded hair to the surface where a vacuum can grab it. Pull toward you in short strokes.

Then vacuum slowly

Go slow in overlapping passes with a pet vacuum — speed leaves hair behind. Do edges and corners with a tool.

Stop the buildup

Regular short sessions beat rare deep cleans. A robot vacuum keeps hair from ever embedding.

Frequently asked questions

Why doesn't my vacuum pick up dog hair from carpet?

Hair works down into the pile and mats. Rake it loose with a rubber broom first, then vacuum slowly in overlapping passes.