One thing that may come with the pets you have is the shedding of their fur. It might be overwhelming the amounts of hair that comes off of your furry friends. Here are some tips on keeping your dog's skin and hair healthy to reduce the amount of shedding.
1. Brush your pet- Regular, even daily, brushing is the best thing you can do to keep your home free of hair. Brushing will also make your pet's coat softer, cleaner, and less likely to shed.
2. Feed an appropriate pet food- A pet's coat is often a reflection of what they eat. Feed a high quality food with good digestible protein sources. Ask your vet for information on the right food for your pet.
3. Feed a fatty acid supplement- Ask your vet for an appropriate supplement that will keep your pets coat healthy.
4. Cover your furniture and car seats- Upholstery is a magnet for pet hair, and removing pet hair from furniture or car seats can be a tedious task. If you allow pets on your furniture or bed, you would be wise to invest in a few furniture throws. Throws will keep your furniture looking (and smelling) better, and make your home more inviting to guests. Car seat covers are also an excellent investment and are highly recommended.
5. Control allergies and fleas- See your veterinarian to make sure your pet is getting proper allergy relief. To prevent itching and scratching from fleas.
6. Vacuum often- Be diligent in your vacuuming efforts. Frequent vacuuming is the best way to keep your home hair free.
7. Bathe your dog occasionally- A clean dog will have a healthier coat. A gentle oatmeal shampoo once a week or so will clean without drying the skin and rejuvenate a lackluster hair coat.
8. Have regular checkups- Many diseases can affect the skin and haircoat. Regular visits to your veterinarian will help identify problems early, and provide more effective treatment.
9. Use the right brush- Slicker Brushes, Shedding Blades, Matbreakers and Love Gloves each have a specific function and work best on the type of coat they are designed for. Most pets need more than one type of brush to remove all of the dead hair.
10. Remove hair from upholstery and your dog's bed as soon as possible- Hair that is newly shed is easier to remove before it works its way into upholstery fabric. A Pet Hair Pic-Up Roller is one of the best tools for removing hair.
If you see your pet is having unreasonable shedding, contact us to make an appointment.