How to Stop My Chinese Pug From Shedding

A short-haired dog like a pug or Chinese pug cannot completely stop shedding, according to Compassionate Pug Rescue. New hairs are constantly growing and replacing dead hairs. Although shedding cannot be completely stopped, it can be greatly reduced in pugs. Baldness is not normal in pugs. If the pug gets bald patches or sheds to the point where the skin is showing, contact a vet. This could be a condition like ringworm, according to "The Doctor's Book of Home Remedies for Dogs and Cats."

Things You'll Need

  • Dog bristle brush for short-haired dogs
  • Dog grooming comb
  • Dog grooming glove (if necessary)
Show More

Instructions

    • 1

      Brush the pug every day in the same place to catch all of the loosened hairs. First brush with firm, deep strokes in the direction that the hair is growing. Then brush against the way the hair is growing. Use less pressure when brushing backwards as the sensation may feel peculiar to the pug. Brushing in this way better helps to eliminate dead hair, according to "The Doctor's Book of Home Remedies for Dogs and Cats." If the brush is too awkward to use in this way, try a dog grooming comb. Finally, brush in the direction the hair is growing again.

    • 2

      Check for bald patches or crusty skin while grooming. Be sure to concentrate on the pug's facial wrinkles because the dog cannot clean them. The brachycephalic or short nose prevents a pug from being able to clean its own face. If the owner does not wipe food or dirt particles from a pug's facial wrinkles every day, the pug will get facial fold dermatitis, which will require veterinary care to cure.

    • 3

      Turn down the thermostat. Dogs kept in very warm conditions will shed more than ever, because living in excess heat can dry out the pug's skin and cause stress. Stressed dogs shed more than relaxed dogs.