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The stiff hairs of a Labrador Retriever have a way of weaving themselves into fabrics, so make sure you read to the end for tips on how to reduce how much hair your Lab leaves around your home.

Tips to Manage Labrador Shedding. The second-most-popular dog in the United States is also a major shedder. The one benefit to the German Shepherd is that most of their shedding happens two to four times a year when the seasons change. When your German Shepherd blows their coat during seasonal changes, you will see the hair start coming out in tufts. Bernese Mountain Dogs have a beautiful, fluffy tricolor coat that people admire.

Unfortunately, all that fluff tends to fall out around your home. While the shedding is worse seasonally, Berners will leave their mostly black hair all around your home. Like the Bernese Mountain Dog, the Great Pyrenees sheds worse when the seasons change but will shed all year round. Drooly Pyrs, especially, can develop tight mats on their chest that may need to be shaved out, so regular brushing is a crucial part of owning a Great Pyrenees.

For as small as they are, it can be shocking how much the Shiba Inu sheds. We already fell in love with the giant Schnauzers' iconic shaggy eyebrows, but all that fur doesn't mean they'll make you sniffle. They do require a moderate amount of grooming, so get a good dog brush. The largest of the three Schnauzer types, they can grow to 75 pounds and have an intelligent, task-focused temperament. Just like other terriers, Westies possess the same curious and lively temperament — with the added bonus of minimal shedding.

These hardy dogs have a cheerful attitude that will keep you giggling with their playful antics. Their portable size and friendly disposition make them some of the most popular terriers.

Happy and curious, Havanese dogs sport silky, long coats in a variety of colors. They can look positively royal if you let their non-shedding coats grow long and carry them around like the kings and queens they think they are.

Many owners prefer to give them a shorter clip for easier maintenance, and more playtime with less brushing. These sweet hounds don't shed, but their long coats do require some attentive grooming. Because they were originally bred for the mountains in Afghanistan, they have long, shiny hair that can turn into a tangle without routine maintenance.

Make grooming time part of your bonding ritual, and you'll discover what "man's best friend" really means. Basenjis originated as African hunting dogs, but they don't howl and yap like a lot of hounds have earned a reputation for doing. They have short, fine hair that sheds minimally, so you'll barely know they live with you.

Basenjis also have a catlike demeanor, and these fastidious little creatures will even groom themselves. Lots of coarse-haired terriers shed less than other groups, making the wiry-coated breeds a smart choice for allergy sufferers. Owners especially love Cairn terriers for their fearless personalities — you may recognize the breed as Toto in The Wizard of Oz!

Bedlington terriers grow distinctive poofs of fur at the top of their heads, giving the sweet-looking breed a lamb-like look. These gentle, cuddly terriers make great watchdogs and downtime partners. Professionals spend a lot of time styling the curly, wooly coat for dog shows to get them that picture perfect. If you just want a snuggly pet, you can opt for a lower-maintenance short clip instead. The "royal dog of Madagascar" is allegedly descended from dogs who survived an ancient shipwreck near Madagascar and they resemble bichons with their soft, white hair.

Unlike traditional fur, it won't aggravate your allergies. Apr 03, 2 Minutes. Choosing a Brush for your Dog Choosing the right brush can help in your grooming process, especially if your dog sheds frequently. For dogs with shorter coats think Beagles , Pugs , or German Shorthaired Pointers : You can do a fine job of loosening dead hair and setting it free with a natural-bristle brush or even a hound mitt or glove with bristles on the palm.

First brush the coat in the opposite direction of hair growth, to pull dead hair out, then brush in the direction of hair growth to remove it. Repeat this process a few times to get out all the hair and to distribute the natural oils from the skin all over the coat.

Repeat a few times, especially when shedding is heavy. For dogs with longer coats — Especially for double-coated dogs — the ones with a downy undercoat beneath a harder outer coat, such as Pomeranians , Collies , and Pembroke Welsh Corgis : You need a tool that can reach down under that outer coat to grab the downy undercoat and pull out the dead hairs.

Slicker brushes are excellent tools for such dogs. And don't bury it too deep in a closet the rest of the year either! Another family favorite, the Labrador Retriever sheds considerably. Labradors have a soft undercoat covered by a short, protective outer layer. A solid brushing a couple times a week makes fur cleanup easier. And, clearly, the Lab's many endearing qualities more than make up for the grooming she requires, as the breed is the most popular dog in America!

You can take one look at the massive Alaskan Malamute and see why he's No. His thick, coarse double coat has helped keep him warm for hundreds of years, starting in the Alaskan tundra where he was bred to pull heavy loads. The Alaskan Husky isn't typically owned as a companion dog, and that could be why you've likely never heard of her.

Technically, she's not a breed at all, but rather a type of dog created by mushers in Alaska and Canada based on the qualities they require for certain jobs: strength for hauling logs, speed for competing in races or stamina for traveling long distances.

One thing these dogs generally have in common is shedding, thanks to their Spitz heritage. Bartonella is a type bacteria that can be transmitted to cats, dogs and humans from exposure to infected fleas and…. Want to give your pup yummy, low-calorie treats? Not sure about food puzzles? Our veterinarian reveals why the payoff for your pet is well worth any extra work.



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