How to Stop a Weimaraner From Shedding Hair
Because they have short coats, Weimaraners don't shed much, but they do shed some all the time. Unless your Weimaraner is shaved bald on a regular basis, he will leave fur around your house. It won't be much, but--depending on your decor--it will be enough to notice from time to time. There are ways to minimize and manage the amount of fur a healthy Weimaraner will release in your home.
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Check with your vet. If your Weimaraner is shedding a great deal, it could be a sign that something is wrong with his health. Start with a veterinary visit to rule out the worst possibilities.
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Brush on a regular basis. Fortunately, because of his short coat, your Weimaraner is not difficult to brush. A 5-minute all-over brushing with a good wire brush once or twice a week should remove the loose fur that would otherwise be left on your couch or pants leg.
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Feed a healthy diet. Some dogs have allergies to the ingredients in commercial dog food. If your Weimaraner is shedding excessively, try a more holistic approach (see link in References.).
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Give your dog a bath. Unless the weather is at or below freezing, you should be able to bathe your Weimaraner (indoors) every few months. Most pet supply stores and websites carry a "shed control" or "deshedding" dog shampoo or conditioner, which can also help minimize the amount of fur in your bed and in your bathtub drainpipe.
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Tips & Warnings
If you do bathe your Weimaraner in the winter, make sure she is completely dry before you take her outside. Try not to bathe your dog more than once every 2 months. If you bathe her more often, you run the risk of drying out her skin--making her shed even more.
