Spring is here and the warmer weather is glorious after a long winter. However, warm weather brings some small challenges for pet owners. Fleas & Ticks and Shedding animals! If you are like 
us, you might find it irritating to have hair on your work uniform (something our staff is always battling!), on your couch, sitting in the corner of your floors…you get my drift and I know LOTS of you understand what I’m saying. Here are some things that Mighty Pet recommends you try to keep shedding under control.
- Brush your pet and brush often, even daily. A de-shedding tool that removes the undercoat works to reduce shedding.
- Make sure you have the right brush for the right type of coat. Most dogs would require more than one brush. For example, a short haired dog would need a de-shedding tool for the undercoat and a curry brush for the top coat. While a long haired dog may need a shedding blade, de-matting comb and slicker brush.
- Feed a quality pet food that contains good digestible proteins and has oil content of 2% or greater. This would typically be listed on your food label as Linoleic Acid or Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids.
- Consider adding a coat enhancing supplement to your dog’s diet. From salmon oil to skin and coat treats there are a lot of supplements to choose from to help enhance your pet’s coat.
- Keep em’ clean! Giving them frequent baths during the summer will keep their coat healthier and a healthy coat sheds less. We would recommend an oatmeal shampoo if you’re bathing frequently, but no more than once a week. Also, make sure your water temperature isn’t too hot. This can dry out the dog’s skin.
Written by: Rochelle Anderson
Mighty Pet Store Manager
