ive tried many brushes and shampoos but my bulldog sheds like it is cool
what do you guys use to keep shedding down on english bulldogs
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ive tried many brushes and shampoos but my bulldog sheds like it is cool
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We give Duke a fish oil with vit E supplement
AllerG-3 Fatty Acids for Medium Dog Breeds, 60 Capsules - Pet Meds
this works really well for his coat for us!
AllerG-3 Fatty Acids for Medium Dog Breeds, 60 Capsules - Pet Meds
this works really well for his coat for us!
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honestly bulldogs shed hair alot. over bathing is usually a culprit to over shedding because they need those natural oils in their coat. I had the same question with my Vet (a bulldog specialist here in CA) and he said that all you can really do is brush. Asides from that just be ready to vacume vacume vacume.
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+1 we follow this and also honest to God bath Duke maybe 3 times a year tops and Duke does not shed that bad.. he goes through different times when he sheds more than others but nothing too bad.
the fish oil supplement helps the coats stay soft and shiny and also builds up their immune system.
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i spoke to my vet a while ago and he said fish oil is not that big of a helper since he is on a good dog food but maybe i should try it out.
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i feed raw and my two shed like crazy too! but i am to blame b/c i hardly ever brush them. I am sure if i brushed at least every other day, the hair all over my floors would be better.
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yea maybe i just need to brush more often. i've tried a couple brushes. anyone have any that work real well. I tried that glove thing and it doesn't really catch the hair and i've tried the one with small steel bristles and it kinda works
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Try a shedding blade that is made for horses. They work wonders! And I feed a good food and add fish oil and it does help.
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We only bath Hudson when he is literally dirty, try to keep him away from mud or slobbering dogs. He's had biweekly Mitoban dips though so I've assumed it's related to his shedding. Which is a LOT. I vaccum every other day at the least. Almost daily. I found the glade pet hair remover brushes for furniture work like a charm on cat hair but Bulldog hair is a bit more stubborn.
I brush Hudson twice a week I'd say, and he definitely sheds more after a bath. I am going try giving him fish oil + vit E for his coat and immune system. We want to get him neutered in a few months so it could be a good way to prepare his system.
I brush Hudson twice a week I'd say, and he definitely sheds more after a bath. I am going try giving him fish oil + vit E for his coat and immune system. We want to get him neutered in a few months so it could be a good way to prepare his system.
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Fish oil is derived form the natural fats that come from certain fish. Tuna is lean meat high in protein... so no. Sorry. That would be too easy!
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The quality of a dogs coat is mostly genetic. I have owned several (American) bulldogs and can tell you that is a fact. Some dogs just shed less than others. Some have shorter, tighter coats and others have coats that are a little longer and more course (they tend to shed more). A good quality fish oil can help the situation but again the coat will only be as nice as the dogs genetics allows. Tuna does not contain the Omega fatty acids that salmon, sardines, and mackerel possess so no that probably won't do anything to help. Do some research online so you can learn how to distinguish between a good quality fish oil supplement and a low grade one. They are not all created equal! Once you find a good one, then make sure you supplement enough. Most people who supplement themselves or their animals do not take/give enough so they see no improvement. Going out and buying even a decent quality fish oil and giving 1 or 2 capsules to a 100# dog is not going to cut it. I always give more than the recommended (maintenance) amount if the dog has issues.
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ditto to what lisa said, its mostly genetic in nature first, diet related second.
all our dogs eat the same food, Garnet and Juggs shed like sled dogs or labs(and dear lord, when garnet is in heat, her crate is layered in dog hair), the others drop almost no hair, even when brushing.
as far as the "overbathing" goes, i've not noticed a difference. our dogs get bathed when we feel like it, be it 3 times a week, or once a year. Many dogs in conformation shows are bathed a couple of times a week, and there are no coat/skin issues. Most of that is because the dogs had a CORRECT coat for their breed to begin with. Using a high quality, non-lanolin based dog shampoo and rinsing well(and then rinsing well again) is all you need. See what you can purchase from your local groomers, NOT your local pet store. It will last longer, as it dilutes, and its generally better stuff.
for brushes, get a rubber curry comb. if you have a farmer supply store, the kind used for horses works great, and is usually cheaper than the same product in the pretty package marketed for dogs. Brush before a bath, use it to rub the shampoo in, and brush after the bath too.
personally, i agree that you cannot improve upon the genetics of your dog, but you can help them reach their full genetic potential, and sometimes, a high quality fish oil supplement will do the trick. I like Grizzly brand Salmon oil myself, i have tried other brands with the dogs that i either had to use way too much of for it to be cost effective, or it had so many other additives in it, i wasn't comfortable with it.
That, a high fat diet in general(fat is IMPORTANT for dogs, many many bully breeds are put on low fat foods thinking it will help with the overweight issue, which is calorie and carb related. dogs NEED high fat diets), which you can get by choosing the right kibble, or adding things like the fish oil, coconut oil or even olive oil.
all our dogs eat the same food, Garnet and Juggs shed like sled dogs or labs(and dear lord, when garnet is in heat, her crate is layered in dog hair), the others drop almost no hair, even when brushing.
as far as the "overbathing" goes, i've not noticed a difference. our dogs get bathed when we feel like it, be it 3 times a week, or once a year. Many dogs in conformation shows are bathed a couple of times a week, and there are no coat/skin issues. Most of that is because the dogs had a CORRECT coat for their breed to begin with. Using a high quality, non-lanolin based dog shampoo and rinsing well(and then rinsing well again) is all you need. See what you can purchase from your local groomers, NOT your local pet store. It will last longer, as it dilutes, and its generally better stuff.
for brushes, get a rubber curry comb. if you have a farmer supply store, the kind used for horses works great, and is usually cheaper than the same product in the pretty package marketed for dogs. Brush before a bath, use it to rub the shampoo in, and brush after the bath too.
personally, i agree that you cannot improve upon the genetics of your dog, but you can help them reach their full genetic potential, and sometimes, a high quality fish oil supplement will do the trick. I like Grizzly brand Salmon oil myself, i have tried other brands with the dogs that i either had to use way too much of for it to be cost effective, or it had so many other additives in it, i wasn't comfortable with it.
That, a high fat diet in general(fat is IMPORTANT for dogs, many many bully breeds are put on low fat foods thinking it will help with the overweight issue, which is calorie and carb related. dogs NEED high fat diets), which you can get by choosing the right kibble, or adding things like the fish oil, coconut oil or even olive oil.
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