How to Brush Off Your Dog's Shedding Hair

Though canines can be man's best friend, no one wants a home full of dog hair. It's important to establish set grooming practices to help keep the shedding hair at bay. Depending on what type of dog you have, you may have a larger task than other dog owners. Some breeds, usually longer haired breeds, shed naturally more than dogs with shorter fur. Though this may be a trial-and-error process, try various options when it comes to grooming your dog until you find one that works for you.

Things You'll Need

  • Brush
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Supplements
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Instructions

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      Purchase a dog brush that is meant to tackle all of the layers of hair. Dogs with thick coats may be more apt to shed, especially in warm months, than dogs with thinner coats. There are brushes on the market that get to all layers of your dog's fur. This will help remove even excess hair from the under layers which, in turn, will reduce shedding.

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      Brush your dog daily. Take your dog outside to keep the fur from scattering around your house. Brush your dog in the direction that the fur lays so you don't hurt the dog or pull the fur too roughly. Talk to your dog as you brush it. Some dogs become nervous during grooming, though many dogs actually like being brushed. Brush your dog's entire coat thoroughly and gently remove any tangles that might be present.

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      Give your dog a bath. Always use lukewarm or warm water when bathing your dog. Use a nonshedding shampoo. This will increase the integrity of your dog's hair follicles so the dog might shed less. Give your dog a bath no more than once per week.

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      Use canine conditioners to help exfoliate the skin. If your dog has healthy skin, it won't shed quite as much because the elasticity of the follicles will be maintained. Use this conditioner whenever you give your dog a bath. Also talk to your vet about supplements such as vitamins that may help your dog to reduce shedding.