Home Remedies for Canine Dandruff

Dogs can get unpleasant ,tiny, white flakes on their hair just like people do. Dog dandruff is a buildup of dried, dead skin cells and is common in dogs. It is often simple to eliminate dog dandruff with natural home remedies.

  1. Balanced Diet

    • Make sure the dog has a balanced diet, which consists of the right amount of fats, oil, calcium and vitamins. Lack of vitamin C is often the source of skin problems.

    Dietary Supplements

    • Flaxseed oil can be added to the dog's food to give omega-3 fatty acids, which are needed to create a rich healthy coat. Additional sources of omega-3 fatty acids are fish oil and pumpkin seeds. Vitamin E is an antioxidant and can provide the dog with a dandruff-free coat. A daily dose of vitamin E -- 5 to 10 mg per pound of body weight -- is acceptable.

    Water

    • Give the dog plenty of fresh, clean water. If possible, give fresh water at every feeding.

    Massage

    • After brushing the fur, massage a mixture of lemon juice with vinegar throughout the dog's body. This will help remove the dandruff. After the massage, wash the dog with anti-dandruff shampoo.