How To Stop Dogs From Shedding

How to Make Dogs Quit Littering [Research]Hi, I’m Nancy Frensley, the training manager at the Berkeley East Bay Humane Society in Berkeley, California, and we’re going to talk about how to stop a dog from shedding. This is my friend, Lolly, who is going to help us talk a little bit about shedding. Shedding is when the dog’s hair falls off. Because lolly has a heavy coat, a lot of her hair comes off when you brush her and it does fall off of her in big hunks a couple of times a year. So how can I stop my dog from shedding?

There is no way to stop a dog from shedding because it’s a natural biological event that happens. You’ll notice when we brush our hair, some of our hair comes out too.



FAQ – 💬

❓ What are the best home remedies for shedding in dogs?

Olive oil is one of the best home remedies for keeping shedding under control. The appropriate amount of olive oil gives dogs their dietary fat needs, moisturizes their skin, and nourishes their coat.

❓ Is it normal for a dog to shed?

Although shedding is usually normal, you’re probably looking for ways to reduce your dog’s shedding so you don’t have to constantly rid your clothes, car, and home of all the hair. The first step is determining whether the amount of hair that your dog is shedding is normal, or if they are shedding excessively due to a health problem.

❓ How do you shed a double coated dog?

When shedding really picks up, especially with the double-coated breeds, switch over to a coat rake or shedding tool. They all work a little differently, but basically, you pull the tool along the coat in the direction of hair growth, then pull up and away. For shedding tools with blades, don’t press too hard.

❓ Can I use olive oil to fight my dog's shedding?

If you do spot an olive oil in your kitchen, you’re one step closer to a shed-free pooch. Yes, you can use olive oil to fight your dog’s shedding. Just like fish oil, olive oil packs an abundance of omega-3 fatty acids. And I know I’ve already talked about this property in the previous section…

How to Stop Dogs From Shedding
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References:

  • “German Shepherds For Dummies” by D. Caroline Coile – Wiley, 2019
  • “Dog Grooming For Dummies” by Margaret H. Bonham – Wiley, 2022
  • “Dog Grooming For Dummies” by Margaret H. Bonham – Wiley, 2011
  • “Dr. Pitcairn’s New Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats” by Richard H. Pitcairn, Susan Hubble Pitcairn – Rodale Books, 2005
  • “Small Animal Dermatology – E-Book: A Color Atlas and Therapeutic Guide” by Keith A. Hnilica, Adam P. Patterson – Elsevier Health Sciences, 2016

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