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How to Control Dog Shedding With Home Remedies

Updated: Oct 31



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Is your pet shedding and leaving fur on your couches and clothes? Having a furry friend in the home makes life better, but shedding fur can be a constant problem. Luckily, there are several dog shedding remedies that make life easier and leave more time for snuggling with your pup. Mobile Pet Shine is here to provide you with some tips on how you can manage your dog's shedding at home.


Managing Your Dog Shedding at Home


Unless you have a hypoallergenic pup, you're going to deal with some pet hair. Here are a few tips for keeping it under control.


Diet


What your dog eats affects their skin and fur, and many people find great success in feeding their pups a raw diet. Animal proteins, fresh fruits, and vegetables are all great options, but your vet can help you pick the best foods for your furry friend. Fish oil contains omega-3 fatty acids that moisturize their coats and strengthen their hair follicles. Adding this to their diets can prevent excessive shedding.


Bathing


Always use a pet-safe shampoo that's recommended by your vet. They're formulated with ingredients to keep your pup's skin healthy and moisturized. If your furry friend sheds a lot, opt for a de-shedding shampoo that contains oatmeal to remove loose hair and nourish their skin. It's also smart to avoid bathing your pet too often. This can dry out their skin and make it itchy, leading to more shedding.


Brushing


Regularly brushing your pup's coat can keep fur from ending up on your furniture and carpets, and it spreads natural oils over their coats to moisturize and prevent shedding. There are plenty of different brushes on the market, and it's best to choose one made for your pet's unique coat.


Hydration


Staying hydrated is key to your pet's overall health. Water promotes the health of vital organs, but it also keeps their skin moisturized. Itchy, dry skin can lead to hair loss and excessive shedding.


What Can Cause Shedding?


Dogs have fur to keep their bodies warm in the winter and cool during the summer months. Shedding can protect their fur from sun exposure and from sharp objects found in nature. Shedding is a natural process that helps your pup stay comfortable year-round. Some dogs shed seasonally, some shed because of allergies, and others shed as a result of certain medical conditions. Your vet can help you determine the cause of your pet's shedding.

Try a few of these dog-shedding remedies at home to control the amount of fur that ends up on your furniture and clothing.


How We Can Help


At Mobile Pet Shine, we offer concierge grooming services delivered right to your doorstep. We customize our grooming techniques to your pet's needs based on their temperament, coat type, size, and health. That way, your furry friend can receive the full spa treatment without the stress of driving to and from the vet.

When you schedule curbside pampering for your furry friend, they'll receive:

  • a health inspection

  • nail clipping

  • shampoo treatment

  • ear cleaning

  • paw pad trim

Our trained groomers provide a calm and comforting environment for your pets while they're cleaned up and pampered right outside your door.


Pet Grooming Without Having to Leave Your Home


Treat your furry friend to a full-service spa-like experience with Mobile Pet Shine. Grooming is one of the most effective dog shedding remedies that will keep their skin moisturized and clean so that shedding is at a minimum inside your home. Schedule a grooming visit today, and we'll bring our services right to your doorstep so your furry friend can be pampered without having to leave the home.

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