Stop Dog Shedding

All dogs shed.  Some dogs shed more than others.  The only dogs that do not shed any significant volume are the hairless breeds.  Dog shedding cannot be stopped totally.  The question should not be to stop dog shedding but to minimize dog shedding.

Most dog shedding occurs between seasons in preparation for warmer or colder weather.  In the summer dogs have to shed their heavy winter coat to withstand the heat that is to come during the summer.  In the winter they need a heavier coat to stay warm during the cold winter days.

Dogs also shed to eliminate damaged or broken hair.  A dog’s diet affects a dog’s coat.  An unhealthy diet for the dog will create a coat that will shed more than when a dog has a healthy vibrant shiny coat.  So, feeding a dog a good nutritional diet will help in minimizing or stopping dog shedding.

Steps to Minimizing Dog Shedding

It is not possible to stop dog shedding, but there are steps that can be taken to minimize the shedding.   Providing your dog with a high quality diet and a good dog supplement will increase your dog’s health.   Your dog’s good health will show in the dog’s coat.  A good shiny coat sheds less than a dog coat where the hairs are brittle and damaged.

Regular consistent brushing of your dog will help minimize shedding.  The brushing of your dog removes loose or damaged hair which in turn provides greater circulation to the dog’s skin.  The increased air circulation helps create a healthier dog coat.  When a dog’s coat is healthy it sheds less.   During shedding periods you may have to brush as much as twice a week with some dogs.

Dogs with skin problems are likely to itch and scratch.  The scratching causes a dog to shed.  Regular dog bathing with flea preventative shampoo is recommended.  An over abundance of shedding may require your veterinarian  toprovide oral medication and medicated shampoo.

Dog Shedding / Dog Grooming 

Handling the Shedding

Heavy vacuuming may be required to control the shedding problem throughout your house.  The hairs can easily become embedded in the carpet and along the baseboards.  Depending on the severity of the dog’s shedding you may have to fully vacuum the room every three days or so.

Upholstery covers help to protect the furniture.  It is relatively easy to wash the upholstery covers eliminating the shedding hairs on the furniture.

Quick action helps to minimize the shedding problem.  Dog hair easily settles into crevices and cracks.  These crevices are difficult to clean.  Acting quickly and consistently limits the amount of dog hair that can become a near permanent part of your household.

Summary

You cannot stop dog shedding.  It is possible to limit the affects of dog shedding through proper maintenance.  A healthy dog will shed less than a dog deprived of needed nutrients.  Regular consistent dog grooming will assist in minimizing your dog's shedding problem.

Lastly, after everything has been done, we have to remember we love them.  Sometimes love requires extra patience and understanding.  Good luck as you stop dog shedding problems.