You know what shedding looks like: fuzzy, white hair on black pants, just before a meeting, inevitably. But do you know how often it should be happening and what to do if it\u2019s happening too often?<\/p>\n
Pets that shed should \u201cblow their coat\u201d two times a year, usually driven by seasonal changes \u2013\u00a0 heading into the summer (thinning out the coat for the warm weather) and in the fall\/winter (preparing their heavier coat for warmth). Pets may lose a little hair on a regular basis, just like humans, but that full-scale, fur on everything shedding shouldn\u2019t be more than twice.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re finding that your dog is shedding more often, it could be because of a skin or coat issue \u2013 usually dryness or brittleness \u2013 that is usually treatable. Sometimes, it can be as easy as a little more fat or oil to the diet, via the food. Look for proteins like salmon or duck, which have a slightly higher oil content to provide much needed moisture to the skin and coat.<\/p>\n
If you want to further help or simply use a supplement instead, we recommend an omega 3 or coconut oil to help keep the skin and coat healthy and shiny while being super easy to use \u2013 just mix a little in with your pet\u2019s food on a regular basis. Coconut oil specifically has anti-viral and anti-fungal properties along with those luxurious oils\u2026pretty much all around great for your pet\u2019s entire system, but particularly his or her skin and coat.<\/p>\n
Pop by a store and talk to a Kriser\u2019s Pack Member or Groomer for more tips on how to care for your pet\u2019s coat.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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