You know how hard it can be to live with a shedding dog if you love dogs. We’ve all been there; we bring our clothes in from the laundry room and scramble through the washing machine, trying to find our favourite shirt (that was supposed to live forever) as a bunch of dog hair is swallowing it up. Sadly, shedding is a fact of life for dogs and something you will have to deal with as an owner for the rest of your dog’s life.
You love your dog, and they’re part of the family. So you want to know how to help prevent shedding and keep them looking shiny, soft, and healthy all year long. That’s why we’ve put together a quick and easy guide on dealing with your dog shedding.
The first step in managing your dog’s shedding is making sure that you clean up after them. If you let your dog go without cleaning up after themselves for too long, fur can get stuck in cracks in the floorboards or furniture—and then there’ll be even more loose hair floating around! So every day, take some time to sweep up any loose hairs wherever they’ve been lying during their downtime.
Brush your dog regularly. Brushing your dog’s fur can help distribute oils throughout its coat and reduce shedding substantially. You’ll also notice that brushing helps distribute natural oils from the skin throughout the coat, making it healthier and shinier! In addition to being a significant part of the grooming routine (and making sure your dog looks good!), regular brushing can reduce shedding by as much as 90%.
Consider using an undercoat rake or rubber glove to remove excess fur from our pets’ bodies after brushing them thoroughly with a comb or brush first—this can help reduce the number of loose hairs left behind when brushing alone isn’t enough!
Feed high-quality food and supplements. Good nutrition is essential for healthy skin and hair growth—and healthy skin means less shedding! So feeding a high-quality diet rich in nutrients like Omega 3 fatty acids will give your dog’s coat optimal health—and ultimately make it less likely to shed.
Lastly, a visit to the vet is always a good idea. They could always provide better recommendations specific to your dog’s breed and specifications. There are many shedding treatments out there, and it can be overwhelming, especially when you don’t have a professional to consult with.
Shedding is pretty standard for most dogs. As far as we can tell, it’s a good sign that your pup is healthy. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to deal with all that hair. With these tips and tricks in mind, you should be able to minimize most of the shedding that happens around your house. Remember that no matter what you do, the shedding will never completely go away, but we think you’ll be able to make it a lot more manageable.
