What to do if a golden retriever has severe hair loss

Golden retrievers need to improve their diet during the shedding period

Avoid foods with high salt content. Golden retrievers have very little demand for oil and salt. Excessive intake will cause It will lead to internal heat and hair loss, especially leftovers. Try to choose natural dog food that is rich in protein, vitamins and other nutrients with comprehensive nutrition, and do not change brands easily. Feeding a single food for a long time will cause malnutrition, leading to dull and dull hair. If it is losing hair, you can feed it some broccoli, salmon, cooked egg yolks and the like.

Golden Retrievers should be kept clean and dry during the shedding period

A humid environment will provide growth conditions for parasites, especially in summer, which can easily cause eczema. Golden Retrievers will scratch the skin with their claws due to itching, causing If skin diseases aggravate hair loss, it is recommended to regularly use pet antibacterial lotion to clean and expose the pet's mats and mattresses to the sun. If necessary, use a mite remover to thoroughly clean the pet's nest.

Be careful to bathe scientifically when golden retrievers are shedding

Do not use human bath products and try to choose weakly acidic pet shampoos. Bath products containing alkaline will destroy the acid-base balance and cause rough, itchy, and allergic skin. Problems such as dandruff and dog scratching can aggravate hair loss. The number of baths should be limited to about 2 to 3 times a month. Frequent cleaning will destroy the skin's own immune system. Pay attention to thorough cleaning without leaving any shampoo residue, and blow-dry your hair promptly after bathing.

Insist on moderate exercise during the shedding period of golden retrievers

Golden retrievers have poor heat dissipation function. Excessive temperature difference can easily cause heat stroke when going out. However, they do not get enough sunlight at home for a long time. It will also affect nutrient absorption and make hair rough and fall off; therefore, in hot summer, you should try to go out in the cool morning or evening to ensure a certain amount of sunlight exposure and exercise, promote metabolism, and effectively reduce hair loss.

Brush the golden retriever frequently during the shedding period

Under normal circumstances, comb the hair once every 2-3 days. It is best to comb once a day during the shedding period. This will help reduce dust, lice, and insect eggs attached to the hair. etc.; it is recommended to choose a comb with the effect of massaging hair follicles, which can accelerate skin metabolism, promote blood circulation, prevent skin diseases, promote hair growth, and reduce hair loss.

Don’t shave your golden retriever during shedding period

Do not shave your dog’s hair just because the weather is hot. It can be trimmed appropriately; dogs usually dissipate heat through their tongues and paws, and they do not have a sweat gland system. Therefore, shaving does not have a cooling effect. On the contrary, hair is a natural protective barrier for dogs, which can block external damage and stimulation. Shaving it can easily cause skin diseases and make dogs feel depressed.