{"id":3360,"date":"2019-06-27T11:13:18","date_gmt":"2019-06-27T15:13:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/?p=3360"},"modified":"2023-09-19T16:05:44","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T20:05:44","slug":"an-endless-sea-of-fur","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/an-endless-sea-of-fur\/","title":{"rendered":"An Endless Sea Of Fur"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This article is contributed by guest writer, Steffan Kasula.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An Endless Sea Of Fur<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re a proud pup owner, you know that not all dogs are created equal. While they\u2019re all angels deserving of our love and care, they have specific needs — especially when it comes to their coats. From the furriest little monsters to those that need their own winter coats<\/a> when the temperature starts to dip, tackling the annual shedding season can be quite the hassle. Let\u2019s take a look at a few tips and tricks that can help you — and your pup! — during this fur- and hair-covered time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo Credit: Svetozar Milashevich via Pexels<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose The Right Brush<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best way to keep up\nwith your dog\u2019s follicular fallout is to brush them early and often. However,\nyou can\u2019t simply head to your nearest dollar store and buy a brush meant for\nhumans; because dog hair varies so much (long, short, thick, thin — not to\nmention the fact that some dogs shed much more than others), you\u2019ll want to\nmake sure you have the right tool for their unique needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Long-haired pups can benefit from a shedding rake or comb; this will help remove their dense undercoat without damaging the outer coat. As for short-haired pups, you\u2019ll want to use a stiff bristle brush and a slick brush; the bristle brush dislodges the fur, and the slick brush collects and removes it from the coat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Groom, Groom, And Groom\nSome More<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now that you have the\nproper equipment, it\u2019s time to get to work! Brushing should occur on a daily\nbasis; if you\u2019re able to remove that excess fur before it falls, you won\u2019t\nnotice nearly as many fluffballs rolling around your home and sticking to your\nclothes and furniture. Because coats typically experience new growth every two weeks,\ngrooming schedules should be on a four, six, or eight-week rotation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re worried about tending to a pup that positively loathes <\/em>grooming, tire them out<\/a> first; run around outside, take them for a long walk, or play with their favorite toy until they\u2019re so happy and exhausted that they\u2019ll hardly notice you\u2019re leading them toward the bath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo Credit: eminens via Pixabay<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feed The Fur<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just as our diet\ninfluences the health of our hair, skin, and nails (as well as our overall physical\nhealth), the food your pup eats has an impact on their coat. Essential fatty\nacids are, well, essential; if your dog eats a very low-fat diet, they can\ndevelop coarse, dry hair and skin lesions that can become prone to infection.\nBy incorporating Omega-6 and Omega-3 supplements into Fido\u2019s food, you can\nensure his fur growth is healthy and shiny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shedding season isn\u2019t\nenjoyable (especially if you\u2019re allergic to pet dander), but it can certainly\nbe managed. By committing to routine brushing and grooming sessions, your pup\nwill be able to tolerate the increased temperature and be able to spend a\nlittle extra time with you. As long as you pay attention to the above tips,\nboth you and your pup will be able to relish the heat of that summer sunshine.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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