Shedding is an important factor to consider when one gets a new dog. Pet owners of heavy shedders have more work to do to get rid of the hairs that have fallen on the floor, carpet, furniture, etc. Their pets will also need regular grooming to remove loose hairs before they can fall off.
A dog’s hair coat serves an important thermo-regulatory function in the body. It protects the skin from potential injury and help dogs navigate around physical barriers. Dogs whose ancestors originally lived in cold, wet climates evolved to have an undercoat that provides insulation for the body. These dogs are often referred to as having a double-layered coat.
When hairs stop growing, they eventually fall off so new hairs can grow in. Dogs with double-layered coats tend to shed heavily during spring and fall. Shedding is a normal physiological process. You can’t make it stop. But with regular hair brushing and using the right grooming tools, you will be able to control the amount of hair inside your home.
Excessive shedding of your pet’s hair should be brought to the attention of your veterinary clinic New Orleans, LA especially if it does not occur on the seasons of the year when heavy shedding is expected.
