Reviewed by Dr. Snezhana Pochkalina
Updated on 08/07/2024
Reading time 2 min.
Overview
Severity: Low
Life stage: All
All animals replace old hair with new hair – molting. It can be pathological and physiological.
Physiological, seasonal molting occurs twice a year in spring and fall and takes 1-4 weeks.
It is important to consider the fact that all breeds of cats and dogs molt at different rates.
Features of molting in different dog breeds
Significant molting usually occurs in long-haired dogs, while pugs, beagles, British Shorthair, Scottish, Persian and Maine Coon cats molt heavily in short-haired dogs.
Minor shedding or, interestingly, its absolute absence is often found in poodles, Yorkshire terriers, Bedlington terriers, American naked terriers, Chinese Cresteds, Oriental cats, Singapore Cornish Rex, Sphynx.
How to care for animals during molting?
We are often asked how to care for animals during molting. Modern Vet Clinic has prepared for you a short list of recommendations that will help you to survive the molt with ease:
- comb out your pet, it will help to avoid collapses, dermatitis and dandruff;
- choose combs, fluffers, rubber brushes or mittens according to the type of coat. A furminator is a very good way to remove old hair without traumatizing new hair. In our stores you can always ask a consultant – he will tell you which comb is suitable for your pet;
- use coat care products: nourishing shampoos, shampoos for shedding dogs and cats, balms, masks;
- keep the skin and coat saturated with beneficial substances: omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, oils, vitamins. Your veterinarian will tell you which vitamins to use. By the way, on the website you can find out how to get online consultation of a doctor.
It is possible to use the services of a groomer and have an accelerated shedding procedure at a salon.
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Reviewed by
Dr. Snezhana Pochkalina
DVM
Dr. Snezhana was born and raised in a small town called Yelabuga in Russia. She comes from a family of veterinarians who also owned a small farm. At 16 years old she graduated from high school and moved to a town called Kazan to continue her education. Dr. Snezhana graduated from the Kazan State Academy of Veterinary Medicine in 2010.
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