Why Do Dogs Shed?

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If you are looking to become a dog owner then you must know that all dogs shed their coats. It’s a fact of life. Depending upon on the breed of dog or the climate they are in, a dog may not shed as much or may shed year round. There are many different contributing factors as to season the dog sheds his coat and how much a dog sheds.

Regular Shedding

No matter what breed you own, whether your dog is one that is considered to be a hypo-allergenic dog or if you have a year round shedder, all dogs shed. Regular shedding is the method by which your dog’s coat releases damaged or unhealthy hair and allows for the new healthy coat to grow in. Damage can occur from environmental factors, shampoos, dyes, or any number of other contributing elements. Your dog’s coat goes through various growth phases and it is the length of these various phases that determine how frequently your dog sheds. The four phases of hair growth are:

  • * Anagen is the phase of new hair growth.
  • * Catagen is a transition phase where the hair stops growing and the outer root sheath attaches to the hair
  • * Telogen is the resting phase where the hair doesn’t grow or shed.
  • * Exogen is where the hair falls out and the hair follicles move back into the anagen phase of hair growth.

Dogs that do not shed (Poodles), or those with coats that appear not to shed, are those dogs whose coats have longergrowth, transition and resting phases and have a brief shedding phase.

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Seasonal shedding happens during the transition from the colder months into the warmer, more temperate months. During this time, dogs go through an extended exogen, or shedding phase, of hair growth. The warmer weather triggers a reaction in the dog’s system, causing the hair follicles to release the heavier winter coat that many dogs develop.

Shedding Due to Health Issues

A dog may also have increased or excessive shedding due to a variety of health issues. If the dog is fed an improper diet, has a skin infection, or allergies and systemic infections then they can all cause your dog to lose his hair. It is important to see your veterinarian to determine the cause of the hair loss and implement a treatment to halt the excessive loss of coat.

The Importance of Grooming

One of the most important things you can do for your dog to help him maintain a healthy coat and good overall health is to properly groom his coat. Frequency is determined by the type of coat he has, as is the grooming tool used. Fortunately,  there are special dog grooming services available to help with the never-ending shedding. Grooming not only removes the hair that’s been shed and the environmental contaminants resting on the coat, but it also creates a time for bonding between you and your dog.

Regular grooming also allows you to see if there are problems with his skin or coat that may normally be hidden from sight. Learn more about dog grooming services and the amazing de-shedding tool called the “Furminator” at Mobile Dirty Dog Grooming.

Shedding is a natural process that is controlled by both breed and by external factors. Whether you have a Poodle whose coat sheds minimally or a Labrador Retriever whose coat sheds year round, keep in mind that this shedding process helps him to maintain a healthy skin and coat and in turn keeps him protected from environmental contaminants. A proper diet rich in essential fatty acids, regular dog grooming services and loving care all contribute to your dog’s beautiful coat, and just as important, his overall health.

Northwest Atlanta Welcomes A New Mobile Dog Groomer Providing In-Home Mobile Dog Grooming Services

Northwest Atlanta Welcomes A New Mobile Dog Groomer Providing In-Home Mobile Dog Grooming Services

Atlanta, GA – Mobile Dog Grooming is growing in popularity as many dog owners now avoid crowded pet salons and choose local dog groomers that offer mobile dog grooming.

Mobile Dog Grooming consists of a professional pet stylist that travels by car or Mobile Van to a pet owner’s home and performs dog grooming services. Olivia of “Mobile Dirty Dog Grooming” is one local dog groomer that has seized the opportunity to offer mobile dog grooming services in Northwest Atlanta. For 3 years, Olivia groomed in a fast-paced salon environment but she says, “I wouldn’t go back to a grooming salon now that I have the freedom to travel to a dog owner’s home.”

Olivia discovered how innovative mobile dog grooming could be after the birth of her son, Joel, in February 2009. She says, “I took a break from grooming after my son was born, but when it was time to go back to work, I really didn’t look forward to the long hours away from my newborn son.” Olivia worked part-time for a few months but she did not enjoy being away from her new family. So, she quit her job in a popular grooming salon near her home and chose to begin offering mobile dog grooming services in her area.

Over time, Olivia began to build up a clientèle that brought their dogs to her home in the suburbs of Northwest Atlanta. “I have always enjoyed grooming dogs, it is a passion of mine,” Olivia says. So now that she is a mobile dog groomer she is able to groom on her own schedule and save her clients from dealing with the stress of grooming salons.

About Mobile Dirty Dog Grooming: Mobile Dirty Dog Grooming offers clients these dog grooming services in the comfort of the dog’s home environment.

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Top 10 reasons your dogs haircut is more expensive than yours

Top 10 reasons your dog’s haircut is more expensive than yours 10. Your hairdresser doesn’t wash and clean your rear end. 9. You don’t go for 8 weeks without washing or brushing your hair. 8. Your hairdresser doesn’t have to give you a sanitary trim. 7. Your hairdresser doesn’t have to clean your ears. 6. Your hairdresser doesn’t have to clean boogies from your eyes. 5. You sit still for your hairdresser. 4. Your haircut doesn’t include a manicure or pedicure. 3. Your hairdresser only washes and cuts the hair on your head. 2. You don’t bite or scratch your hairdresser. (I hope not anyway). And the Number 1 reason your dog’s haircut costs more than yours…. 1. The likelihood of you pooping or peeing while your hair is being cut is extremely slim.

The Importance of Dog Grooming

The Importance of Dog Grooming

Andrei Smith – from iheartpaws.com Dog grooming is very vital because the physical appearance of your dog influences the way he feels and the way we look at him as well. Remember, a clean dog is a happy and healthy dog! Dog grooming is also essential not only on your pet’s physical health but also his physiological and psychological well being. What your dog feels and how he acts depend on his physical state. If you’re dog is not properly groomed, he must be likely show some bad behaviors like excessive barking. By reading this article, you will see the importance of proper dog grooming. • Keeps your dog healthy. Taking care of your pet by giving him a good bath will eliminates germs and dirt that he got from playing outside. Clean dog equals healthy dog. • Your pet feels comfortable. Bathing with a rich lather using a great dog shampoo will remove dog and fleas from your pet’s skin. No more dry and itchy skin if your dog is free from harmful insects. And washing your dog can be made easy by using pet bath. • Trimming your dog’s nails will prevent the germs from accumulating inside of them. Also, trimmed nails will prevent scratch when your dog jumps over you and keeps your home furniture safe. • Brushing you dog’s hair regularly will keep it shiny and from building up. If you currently have long-haired breed dog, you must need to cut it or occasional clipping is needed to keep him look nice and neat. Keeping the hair short around his eyes will give him a better view. • Boost his energy. Clean dog means a happy dog. Just like human, your pet needs to be cleaned to awaken his senses after having a good wash. Proper grooming is just like rejuvenating his confidence to have the energy to face the activities that awaits him. • A well-groomed pet is much easier to love. Of course, a responsible pet owner doesn’t want his dog to be dirty. A clean and healthy dog is very nice to look at. Others will also appreciate all the proper care that you do to your pet.  Contact Olivia today to set up a house-call!