This is necessary so that they are insulated and keep warm in the cold climates where they were originally bred. While their coat looks adorable, is soft and snuggly — it will also fall out. A lot. Huskies were bred to live and work outdoors in very cold climates. In order to stay warm and well, they needed a thick double coat with a very dense undercoat. Over centuries of using and racing sled dogs , mushers selected only the most suitable dogs to join their breeding stock.
Of course, this also meant selecting dogs that were guaranteed to not get too cold. We must not forget that the Husky we keep as a pet these days is genetically still the Husky bred to run for hundreds of miles through snow and ice. He is adapted well to very cold temperatures. And that means that he will grow and shed undercoat — a lot.
Unfortunately, there is nothing you can do to completely stop your Husky from shedding. Huskies are not at all hypoallergenic. In fact, they are probably one of the worst breeds you could decide for if you are an allergy sufferer.
The amount of hair a Husky sheds will inevitably lead to severe symptoms in everyone with dog allergies. While some dogs have hypoallergenic qualities like many Doodles , the Husky is not one of them!
No amount of bathing or brushing can turn a Husky into a hypoallergenic breed. Do not get a Husky if you have suffered from allergies in the past. Especially if you have never groomed a Husky before or if you have a busy schedule, this is an excellent choice.
Groomers are able to remove a lot of dead undercoat. This will drastically cut down on the hair you find around the home. Ideally you should introduce your Husky to the groomer early in his life. You can take a puppy as young as 3 months to a groomer and have him brushed and bathed there.
If you adopted an adult Husky, you can still get him used to going to a groomer as well. Once your dog is used to it, set up regular appointments. Most Huskies have to be groomed about every months. Brushing weekly or even daily during a season change will go a long way towards reducing shedding.
Huskies may need to be shaved because of medical conditions. If you Husky recently had a surgery, the vet likely shaved the surgical side. This fur grows back quickly and without problems. Shaving your Husky down to the skin in the summer can make him prone to sunburn and should be avoided. Huskies also tend to play very rough with other dogs and might get skin injuries if they do not have a protective coat.
As fun and friendly as Huskies are, you need to be aware of their grooming needs before committing to one. Constant shedding and weekly brushing is going to be a part of your life if you acquire a Husky puppy. Not all owners are up for this and many are surprised by the sheer amount of hair their Husky is losing regularly.
Setting up monthly appointments with a groomer can help owners to manage the shedding. Weekly brushing will also help to reduce the stray hair in the home. Want to get a sniff on what SpiritDog's online training is all about? Join the 7-day free online course right away! We will email you daily with training tips, ideas and videos.
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Huskies have incredibly thick coats that allow them to survive in harsh environments. Huskies can deal with the extreme cold thanks to their double coat. The inner coat is made of short and very thick fur. This coat keeps the husky warm as the thick layer is close to the skin. The outer coat is made of longer hairs that repel water and help to shield against the wind, sun, heat, or cold.
This double-layered coat allows huskies to deal with freezing cold temperatures as low as F Celcius. Find out more on how Huskies deal with cold temperatures in this guide. While huskies prefer cold weather, their double coat does a surprisingly good job of regulating temperature. In the above photo, you can see the two coats on my husky. The long dark hairs make up the outer coat and have a slightly oily feeling to them. They look ridiculously with a fluffy head sticking out from a skinny body.
While it might sound like a good idea to shave your husky during warmer months, shaving a husky can cause serious health issues. The double coat regulates temperature and even in the warmer months, huskies need their coats for insulation. There are sadly many vets and dog groomers who are uninformed and do not realize the serious risks involved with shaving a husky.
Huskies have two seasonal coats: a heavy winter coat, and a lighter summer coat. During winter, huskies will have an incredibly thick and fluffy coat. The heavy undercoat insulates the body and the long top coat shields against the win, rain, or snow. Dealing with a heavy coat in the middle of summer would be a disaster. The shedding is mainly the thicker undercoat. A lot of hair will shed in a very short period of time.
Once this thick winter coat has been completely blown, you will notice a much lighter undercoat. Each session should start with an undercoat rake for 10 minutes to de-shed then finish with a slicker brush for 10 minutes to clear out the topcoat.
There are no magic tricks, just follow a consistent routine. If the shedding is causing balding or coming at an unusual time for a blowout, this then sounds more like a health issue and a veterinarian appointment is recommended.
Blowouts typically only happen around springtime before the weather gets warmer, and again heading into winter to grow a new undercoat. Other than this, a blowout would be considered unusual. Here are some other articles that I think supplement this one well, so check them out! The best way to deal with your husky shedding is to understand the shedding process and ensure you are doing what you can to make it an easy and efficient process.
When you chose to get a Siberian Husky, you secretly gave up your rights to a hair-free floor! Do your best with the tips above and it will surely help you. Shedding is an important process for your Husky so help him by learning all you can about creating a healthy grooming routine.
The Furminator Undercoat Rake and a Hertzko Slicker Brush are by far the two best brushes that any husky owner should use. Owners that have tried it say amazing things about the incredible results and how easily implemented the training is. If you would like an easy to read guide for training your husky puppy, check out my book The Husky Puppy Handbook on Amazon.
All purchases are greatly appreciated. I saw your post through Google. My husky sheds everyday. Hence I would like to deal with this issue seriously, not only to make my family members feel better, but also to let my lovely husky to grow healthier and better.
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I hope this helps! The best ways to deal with Siberian husky shedding : 1. Table of Contents. Disclaimer The advice given in this article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice in any context. My Happy Husky makes an active effort to search for plagiarized content using plagiarism detection software. Members of this breed occasionally have trouble acclimating to a climate-controlled lifestyle.
Your soft and silky husky is actually wearing two coats. The topcoat is made up of long, water-repellent guard hairs that insulate the dog from heat, cold, damp and sunburn. The undercoat is the super fluffy, thick fur that keeps these sled dogs toasty at temperatures as cold as 80 degrees below zero Fahrenheit.
Your husky's serious seasonal sheds are called "blowing coat. It should take your husky about three weeks to finish blowing coat each shed. To keep your husky's fur neat and save your furniture , groom daily during coat blows and at least weekly in between.
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