Dog fur : coat change and coat care
Depending on the breed, dogs have different needs when it comes to grooming. The coat change is not the same for every breed. While some dogs hardly lose any fur, other breeds shed a lot more fur when they shed. We'll explain everything you need to know about your dog's coat, the coat change and its care in today's blog post.
Coat change in dogs, why?
You know it; twice a year your dog changes its coat. Dog hair as far as the eye can see. However, the change of coat is a natural process. It is your dog's way of adapting to the season and compensating for the temperatures prevailing at that time of year.
In autumn, the undercoat in the fur thickens so that your dog does not freeze in cold temperatures. The top coat is significantly reduced. While the undercoat regulates heat, the top coat repels dirt and regulates moisture.
In spring, the winter coat gives way to the summer coat. The fluffy undercoat thins out noticeably, while the top coat becomes thicker again. When the fluffy and thick undercoat gives way in spring, the change of coat becomes clearly visible. At this time, you can find the fine and fluffy hairs practically everywhere. In your home, on your clothes and elsewhere, the undercoat gets stuck everywhere it shouldn't be .
dog grooming
Normally, your dog's coat is equipped with a self-grooming function. For this reason, hair care products for humans have absolutely no place on your dog's skin and coat . Although there are special shampoos and conditioners for grooming your dog's coat, these are usually not necessary.
Your dog's fur has a pH value that is adapted to the conditions of nature. Unlike human skin, the structure of your dog's fur is such that it normally cleans itself of dirt and dust. If your dog's fur is heavily soiled, you can of course bathe him or give him a quick shower. It is best to use a mild dog shampoo with natural ingredients.
If you notice small wounds or scabbed areas in the fur while grooming, keep an eye on them . It is not uncommon for these to lead to small infections , which can also lead to larger wounds.
Dog grooming and wound care
You don't actually need much to groom your dog . A good brush , grooming scissors and possibly - depending on the breed and the condition of the coat - a trimmer are all considered to be sufficient . You can use a brush to help your dog shed its coat and also to free it of annoying top coat or loose undercoat during the year . You will need the grooming scissors or trimmer whenever your dog's coat has become matted.
To round off the equipment for grooming your dog, we also recommend our emmi®-pet grooming set. This also includes our special paw balm. For smaller wounds, this can minimize the germ load in your dog's wound and thus promote wound healing. Ultrasound also ensures that the germ load within the wound is minimized even further .
Using our emmi®-pet coat care set is simple and uncomplicated. The range of applications is wide. You can clean and treat abrasions, scratches and minor injuries very effectively with our emmi®-dent coat care set in addition to veterinary treatment.
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