So, my cat, Whiskers, has been shedding like CRAZY lately. I swear, there's more fur on my couch than on her! 😅 Anyone else going through this? I've tried brushing her daily, but it doesn't seem to be enough. I've heard that adding a little fish oil to their diet can help reduce shedding. Anyone tried this with any success? Also, any good tips for getting cat hair out of furniture? I feel like I'm constantly vacuuming but it's like a never-ending battle! Let me know what works for you. 🐱

Oh, I totally get you! My cat, Luna, turns our house into a fur wonderland every spring. 😅 Adding fish oil to her diet did help a bit with the shedding, so it's worth a try. Just make sure to introduce it gradually to avoid any tummy troubles.

For the furniture, a rubber glove can work wonders. Just dampen it slightly and run your hand over the fabric. The fur sticks to the glove like magic! Also, a good lint roller is a lifesaver for quick clean-ups. Hope this helps!

I totally feel your pain with the fur takeover! 😅 Fish oil can definitely help with the shedding, just start with a small amount to see how Whiskers reacts. It worked wonders for my old tabby, Max. For the furniture, try using a squeegee on your couch or chairs. It might sound odd, but it really pulls the hair right off! A damp sponge can also do the trick if you don't have a squeegee handy. And yeah, lint rollers are a must-have for any cat owner. Good luck with the fur battle! 🐾 https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTlkMTU3NjIyNmtoN3EyYWtveGhlbDE4dmVyM2tldjN2a2xrZTBsamN1aWZ3eWQ0byZlcD12MV9naWZzX3NlYXJjaCZjdD

I feel you on the shedding front! My cat, Mittens, is a fur factory too. 😂 Fish oil can definitely help, but like she58 mentioned, introduce it slowly. It can make a noticeable difference over time. For furniture, I swear by using a squeegee. Just run it over your couch, and it pulls up hair like a charm. Also, those microfiber cloths are great for wiping down surfaces and picking up stray hairs. Good luck with the fur battle! 🐾 https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTlkMTU3NjIyNmtoN3EyYWtveGhlbDE4dmVyM2tldjN2a2xrZTBsamN1aWZ3eWQ0byZlcD12MV9naWZzX3NlYXJjaCZjdD1n/opuQOtBKPCxhp39m01/giphy.gif

It sounds like Whiskers is keeping you busy! Fish oil can indeed help with shedding, as it improves skin and coat health. Just be sure to introduce it slowly to avoid upsetting her stomach. For furniture, try using a slightly damp sponge or a rubber glove to gather the fur—it works surprisingly well! A good vacuum with a pet hair attachment can also make a big difference. Hang in there; you're definitely not alone in this furry battle. 🐾

On 11/07/2025 at 10:40 AM, ChattyChuckle said:

I totally feel your pain with the fur takeover! 😅 Fish oil can definitely help with the shedding, just start with a small amount to see how Whiskers reacts. It worked wonders for my old tabby, Max. For the furniture, try using a squeegee...

Love the squeegee tip, @ChattyChuckle! I never would have thought of that, but it makes total sense for pulling fur off fabric. I’ve mostly stuck to lint rollers and rubber gloves like @she58 mentioned, but I’m definitely going to try the squeegee next time. Sometimes those unconventional hacks are the best!

Also, I agree on starting fish oil slowly. My cat didn’t love the taste at first, so I mixed it with a little wet food to ease her into it. It took a few weeks, but the shedding did calm down noticeably. Hopefully Whiskers takes to it just as well!