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How to Fashion and Maintain a Healthy Coat for Your Dog

4/25/2021

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German Shephard Dog

A big part of keeping your four-legged friend looking healthy is taking care of its fur. You don't want to present a dog who looks sweet but has a nappy coat. 

Before your next stroll on the beach, work on getting your dog the healthy coat he or she deserves. 

Keeping your dog's coat and skin healthy helps you stay on top of irregularities with its health. It's during grooming where you notice lumps, bumps, and other skin disorders. 

A beautiful coat that's in good condition protects your pup's immune system. It keeps bacteria from entering through dry, cracked skin, introducing the body to disease and illness.

Today, we give you our best tips and nutrition advice about your dog's fur. Find out here how to get a healthy coat and maintain it whatever the season.

A Healthy Coat Starts With Your Dog's Diet

A proper diet promotes a shiny, healthy coat. Change your dog's diet if you want to see a change in your pet's skin and fur. Choose foods that help dogs coat and skin.

Start by swapping out low-quality processed foods for whole foods. Proper nutrition for pets includes essential amino and fatty acids. It also incorporates vitamins and minerals. 

Amino and fatty acids keep the dog's skin from drying out and looking dull. The linoleic acid found in unprocessed meat protects against hair loss and inflammation in the skin. 

A balanced diet packed with vitamins and minerals further aids in the growth and repair of the skin and coat. Vitamins like A, C, E, and Biotin teach the skin how to utilize protein while healing and protecting it. 

Good Hygiene Is a Must

A dog's skin and coat need cleansing. Proper bathing keeps the fur clean and the skin moisturized. It also keeps bacteria at bay. 

Take them on a trip to the vet to find out what soaps and shampoos work best. Using pet-approved cleansers keeps your pet's coat safe from harmful chemicals that over-dry the skin. 

Refrain from over-bathing as well. Dog's aren't like humans. They don't need baths every day. The breed of the dog determines their bathing schedule. A groomer or vet can help you determine this.

Keep Your Dog Happy

Believe it or not, stress affects the health of your dog's coat. It causes shedding and strips away the natural shine, leaving dullness.

Pets have feelings.

Changes like big moves, injuries, and meeting new people cause stress. A dog might not become aggressive, but you'll see the changes in its health. Those health changes show up in their skin and coat.

As soon as you notice these differences, work on reducing stress in your dog's life. Give them quiet, alone time with you. Play music relaxing music as you give them a calming message.

The most optimum way to reduce stress is by ensuring they're getting the right amount of outdoor exercise. 

Pay attention to the signs and work on keeping your dog happy.

Keep Your Dog Looking Good 

A well-kept, healthy coat is a sign of a healthy dog. Maintain the beauty of your pet by using smart techniques that keep them looking good. 

Let us help you keep your pet looking good. Contact us right away to reserve a deluxe grooming appointment for your pooch.

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    Allison Johnson is the Owner and Founder of Trimmed Pets. Trimmed is a woman owned and led Mobile Grooming Business servicing the greater Portland Metro area in Oregon and the greater Boise Metro area in Idaho.

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