We all have to deal with it – unwanted pet hair. It’s everywhere, all over the house, sometimes even in your cereal. We buy “As Seen on TV” products to try to eliminate it, but those often don’t live up to their promises. Even if you adopt a “non-shedding” breed, their coat still ends up on your coat. There is no such thing as a non-shedding breed, unless it’s hairless. Of course, some shed less than others depending on the type of coat, and often non-shedding breeds are more prone to matting. Did you know that each individual dog hair as a specific lifespan and when it dies, it will shed from the rest of the coat or form a mat and fall out. The solution is not to avoid it, but conquer it. Here are a few tips on making your house a dog hair free zone.
Groom Your Pet
Many of us are seasonal groomers, taking our pets to the groomers during shedding season, but forgetting about it for the rest of the year. That’s like only changing the oil in your car when the engine light comes on. Establishing a regular routine such as a daily or even weekly brushing schedule will greatly reduce the amount of unwanted hair. At first grooming may seem like a tedious task, especially if your pet is not used to it, but with time, it will allow you to bond on a whole new level. Grooming and examining your pet regularly will help you identify any abnormalities in their physical condition such as skin conditions, lumps or dandruff.
The Furminator is one of the newest de-shedding tools. It has a 30 day money back guarantee and was recommended on CTV’s Olson on your Side as one of the best de-shedding tools on the market. Its uniquely designed stainless steel edge gently grabs loose undercoat hair and harmlessly removes it without cutting or damaging the top coat, restoring the natural oils in your pet’s hair resulting in a healthy, shiny coat. It works well on all shedding dogs and cats, both long and short haired, and can reduce shedding up to 90%.
Food and Supplements
We cannot stress enough the importance of good food for your pet. Good food will provide optimal nutrition for your pet, therefore, you will experience the benefits of a healthier animal which includes a reduction in shedding. Many foods will state that they have DHA and EFA in the food for healthy skin and coat, but in many cases that isn’t enough.
It is important to feed your pet food that contains the proper balance of Omega 3 and 6 which should be no less than 1 part Omega 3 to five parts Omega 6. These essential fatty acids are ones that the body can’t produce on its own and play an important role in your pet’s health. Grizzly Salmon Oil very a very popular oil and pets love the taste! It promotes a healthy coat and reduces shedding while also supporting the pet’s immune system and helping with stiffness and arthritis.