Like many dog breeds, French Bulldogs shed year round. Seasonal shedding can leave some pet owners wondering what they can do to decrease their pet’s shedding.
During Spring you will see a major increase in your French Bulldogs shedding cycle. Brushing is one of the well known ways out of many to get rid of excessive shedding.
However, brushing your French Bulldog just might not be enough. You may need to add some steps into your French Bulldog’s grooming routine.
Here are some of the reasons why French Bulldogs shed and 7 helpful solutions to keep your Frenchie’s coat look as fabulous as ever.
Do French Bulldogs Shed A lot?
Luckily , the French Bulldog doesn’t shed as much as other breeds. French Bulldogs have a single layer coat that is fairly low maintenance.
At most, all you will have to do is brush them weekly just to get those loose hairs out of his or her coat. You will likely notice the most shedding during spring when dogs lose their winter coats.
When spring shedding begins you may find yourself brushing your Frenchie 2-3 times a week vs. a weekly brushing. Dog hair will be everywhere once spring hits. Not only do French Bulldog shed during the spring, but all breeds do (except for the hairless ones).
The best tools to use to brush your French Bulldog is a rubber glove brush or a soft bristled brush, both of those tools can be found at your local pet store or online on pet retailer websites. Those brushes are designed for dog breeds that have minimal shedding.
Brushes such as the “Furminator”, are not needed. Those special undercoat removing brushes are made for dogs that have a double layered coat. So, shedding really won’t be a problem if you decide to own a French Bulldog.
How Do You Keep a French Bulldog From Shedding?
Well, you can’t completely stop your French Bulldog from shedding, but there are a few things you can do to keep the shedding at bay.
The first thing that you can try to do is do what was suggested in the last paragraph. Brushing your pup weekly will keep those lose hairs off your clothes and furniture.
Another option you can try is feeding your French Bulldog a balanced diet. By providing your Frenchie with a healthy diet you will notice their coat and all around health ultimately improve. Foods that are full of fatty acids are excellent for improving dog’s coats.
Omega 3 and 6 are the best acids to add into your Frenchie’s diet. Fish is one of the best foods that will give your dog their fatty acids.
The other thing that you can give your French Bulldog instead of typical dog treats is give them berries. Believe it or not berries are actually perfectly fine to give to your canine.
The final thing that can keep your French Bulldog from shedding is picking out a shampoo that is gentle on your dog’s skin. Look for ingredients that are good for sensitive skin such as oatmeal, aloe vera, tea tree oil, and shea butter.
Most dog shampoos that are made for sensitive skin will have oatmeal in the formula. Although baby soap is gentle on humans, it is best not to use it on any kind of dog.
Why you shouldn’t shampoo your dog with baby soap is because the soap isn’t ph balanced for dogs. It’s also important to dry your dog’s coat with a pet blow dryer or a dense microfiber towel.
7 Helpful Solutions for Prevention
1. Weekly brushing
Make sure that you are grooming your dog on a weekly basis. Use a rubber glove or a soft bristle brush to get out all the loose hairs in your dog’s coat. Doing that will make your dogs coat shiny and healthy.
2. Bathe your dog
Bathing your dog will not only make them smell squeaky clean but will also help with any excessive shedding.
Also remember to dry your dog with a pet dryer or a microfiber towel to get all of the extra loose hair out.
3. Feed your dog top-shelf food
Feeding your French Bulldog a food that is rich in fatty acids will help improve your dog’s coat dramatically.
It’s also recommended to avoid any meat by-products, wheat, and artificial dyes in your dog’s food as it can cause health problems.
I recommend WildEarth, a food brand that is both natural and caters to your dogs needs.
4. Try giving your dog supplements
Sometimes even the best dog food won’t decrease shedding. In this case, you can try giving your dogs supplements that are rich in Omega 3 fatty acid.
However, before you give your dog any kind of supplement it is always recommended to talk with your veterinarian first.
5. Use covers on your furniture
If you own a dog, covers are an amazing option to keep your nice furniture and cat seats free from dog hair. Once the covers get dirty, you can simply wash them in a washer and dry them.
6. Vacuum and sweep floors on the regular
Make vacuuming and sweeping a part of your daily routine. Doing this will prevent hairs from getting stuck into your carpet.
7. Vet checkups
If you ever suspect that something is wrong with your dog’s skin or coat, the best thing to do is take your dog to the vet to rule out any skin problems. Sometimes fleas or ticks can be on your dogs skin and cause excessive itching that leads to hair loss.
Will your French Bulldog shed? Absolutely, but now you know many tips and tricks to keep your Frenchie’s coat looking shiny as ever!
It’s important to make sure your French Bulldog gets pampered by grooming them every week.
Not only will they enjoy the pampering time, but you will enjoy the peace of mind knowing that your clothes and home will have less hair hanging around.
Hopefully you will find these tips helpful and see your Frenchies shedding virtually disappear!
