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| Jun 18, 2008 1:19 pm |
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re: Hair Shedding |
Marielena Alvarez
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Shepherds shed year round, but more in the warmer months as they shed their heavy winter coat. We end up with tumblepuppies around the house, but easy enough to get up with a broom or duster with hardwood floors. Might be different with a carpet, our carpeted stairs seem to catch the most, which is why we are getting the carpeting removed and having the stairs finished in hardwood.
The furminator is great for cats, especially long-coats like Persians, Himilayans, Maine Coon and Ragdolls, and as you've seen, dogs with a similar heavy/long coats.
It might depend on how much time the dog speds outside, as they get a heavier winter coat if mostly out doors. Different breeds have different grooming issues.
Does the shedding include dandruff? Are there dry patches of skin?
Might be worth getting a comprehensive book about the breed to know more about the skin, coat and identify problems the breed is prone toward. What shampoos are best for the coat and what type of grooming tools are best. Also good to talk to a breeder or groomer to get advice. Some might see a lot of this breed and know more about it to advise.Private Reply to Marielena Alvarez (new win) |
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