Dog Shedding Season Survival Guide: Deshed at Home Like a Groomer

Twice a year, double-coated breeds — huskies, labs, shepherds, goldens — “blow coat” and shed enough fur to knit a second dog. You can't stop it, but a 20-minute weekly routine removes the fur before it hits your furniture.

Step 1: Know Your Coat Type

Single-coated breeds (poodles, frenchies) need light brushing. Double-coated breeds need undercoat removal — that's where the volume lives. Never shave a double coat; it ruins temperature regulation.

Step 2: The Right Tool Order

Start with a stainless steel de-shedding comb to pull dead undercoat, working in the direction of growth in short strokes. Sections, not sweeps: neck → shoulders → back → flanks → tail.

Step 3: Bath + Blowout Weekends

During peak coat-blow, a bath with a massaging bath glove loosens huge amounts of undercoat. Towel dry, then comb again — the post-bath comb-through is where 50% of the hair comes out.

Step 4: Keep Sessions Calm

Put a treat-smeared lick mat in front of your dog during grooming. Occupied dogs stand still; still dogs get groomed faster.

What About Supplements?

Omega-3s (fish oil) support coat health and can modestly reduce shedding over 8–12 weeks. Ask your vet for dosing.

The payoff: 20 minutes a week beats vacuuming every day. Get the CrazyPawz grooming kit — free US shipping, 60-day returns.