There are a variety of non-shedding dog breeds, which have a different set of grooming requirements, but we'll stick to lessons about shedding dogs in this guide.
Excessive shedding is tied to disease, stress, diet, allergies, or other health concerns. Double Coated breeds are the main offenders when it comes to shedding. A healthy balanced diet promotes skin elasticity and strong hair follicles - which means a lot less shedding. Excessive shedding may be a symptom of something larger at play. Your dog may have contracted a disease, have a hormonal imbalance, sprained or hurt themselves, gotten pregnant, eaten something they shouldn’t have.
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