Home Remedies to Stop Dog Shedding

Whether they have long or short fur, dogs shed. When a change of season is around the corner, shedding increases, creating more clean-up work in the home. A dog will always naturally shed, but there are a few simple ways to make the dog shed less when there is not a change in the weather.

Diet

Feed the dog a diet high in quality nutrients, protein and fatty acids. Poor-quality dog food is full of fillers that don't nourish the dog's skin, making the skin dry and the hair follicles loose, which promotes shedding.

Additives

Supplements can be added to dog food that contain high concentrations of oils to nourish the skin. They are available in the vitamin and health-product section of larger pet stores.

Grooming

Brush the dog daily. This will remove loose fur into the brush, rather than throughout the house. Apply a spray-on skin conditioner to moisturize the dog and promote skin elasticity.

Effects

Less shedding in the home means fewer allergic reactions, stuffy noses and furry furniture.

Misconceptions

Bathing a dog frequently will not reduce the amount of shedding. Washing the pet actually dries out the skin, which can increase the amount of shedding.