How to Reduce Shedding in a Yellow Lab Dog

The yellow Labrador retriever is one of the most popular dog breeds in the United States. Labs are known for being intelligent and extremely loyal to their owners. A lab's coat is short and thick with a soft feel. Like most breeds of medium- and long-haired dogs, a yellow lab will shed what seems like excessive amounts of fur. There are several ways to reduce the amount of fur your yellow lab sheds.

Things You'll Need

  • Dog brush
  • Dog shampoo
  • Flea collars
  • Flea dips
  • Once-monthly topical flea and tick medication
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Instructions

    • 1

      Brush the yellow lab every few days. The brush will help loosen and remove the dog's fur. It will also help keep the dog's fur healthy and strong, which will prevent breakage. Use a brush specially designed to help cut down on shedding, such as a shedding blade.

    • 2

      Feed the dog a higher-quality food that is filled with protein. Read the back of the label to make sure that the ingredients include real meat and not meat by-products or meat substitutes. The protein will help keep the dog's fur healthy, which will reduce shedding.

    • 3

      Bathe the yellow lab once a week, or more depending on its activity level. Use a dog shampoo and make sure to rinse it off thoroughly. The water will help remove any loose fur.

    • 4

      Protect your yellow lab from fleas and ticks with flea collars, flea baths and once-monthly flea and tick topical treatments, such as Frontline. The itching caused by the fleas and ticks will encourage scratching and help make the fur fly and land on your furniture.