Dog Shedding Too Much? Here's the Hidden Truth Behind It
You've lint-rolled the couch three times today. There's fur on your clothes, your floor, your coffee. If it feels like your dog is leaving a piece of themselves on everything you own, you're not imagining it. While some shedding is completely normal, excessive shedding is your dog's body trying to tell you something. Here's what it's actually saying, and what you can do about it. How Much Shedding Is Actually Normal? It Depends on Breed, Season, and Life Stage Not all shedding is created equal. Heavy shedders like Huskies, Labrador Retrievers, German Shepherds, and Golden Retrievers naturally lose more fur than a Poodle or Shih Tzu ever will. Seasonal blowouts in spring and fall are also completely expected as your dog transitions their coat. Puppies shed their soft puppy coat, and senior dogs shed more as skin health naturally changes with age. All of this is normal. What isn't normal? Consistent, heavy shedding year-round, especially when it's sudden, ...