Autumn is here, and pets in spring and autumn will shed their hair due to changes in weather. As pets' closest companions, parents need to understand that pet hair loss is not only caused by seasons, but also by many other reasons.

Generally speaking, pet hair loss is divided into two types: normal hair loss - seasonal hair loss and abnormal hair loss - hair loss caused by nutritional deficiencies, skin diseases and other reasons.

The editor will take you to understand the reasons for pet hair loss and how to deal with it.

- Normal hair loss -

No.1

Seasonal shedding

The months from March to May in spring and summer and September to November in autumn and winter are the normal shedding seasons for pets.

In autumn and winter, when the temperature changes from hot to cold, pets will shed their rough hair and replace it with warm down to resist the cold winter; in spring and summer, when the weather warms from cold and the temperature rises, pets will gradually lose their down to resist the cold winter. , used to regulate your own body temperature and avoid excessive heat.

Seasonal hair loss is normal and parents don’t need to worry.

You can use a special comb for pets to comb their hair twice a day to reduce the amount of hair that your pet brings into the gastrointestinal tract due to licking. At the same time, pay attention to feeding your pet some fiber-containing food

- Abnormal hair loss -

No.2

Hair loss caused by nutritional deficiencies and other reasons

1. Excessive salt intake When pets consume too much salt, it will cause burden on the kidneys, affect body fluid circulation, abnormal mineral content and electrolytes, lead to dry skin and hair, and cause massive hair loss. Parents should choose products with appropriate salt content and avoid feeding their pets human food.

2. Malnutrition and nutritional deficiencies are also a major cause of dry hair and severe hair loss.

Some parents are used to feeding their pets a single food. This feeding method makes the pet's nutritional intake incomplete and can easily lead to a lack of nutrients necessary for healthy fur. At the same time, if the pet's body has a disease that is not cured, or during treatment, it may It will cause poor digestion and absorption, leading to malnutrition, slow growth, dry hair and other problems.

There are many ways to solve the problem of malnutrition, increasing nutrition and balancing diet is one of them.

Nutrients such as vitamin A, Omega 3 (essential fatty acids), protein and minerals in food are crucial to the health of pet fur. It is recommended that ownersPeople pay more attention to ingredients and ingredients when purchasing pet food.

Animal liver is rich in vitamin A, and fish is rich in omega 3 (essential fatty acids), which is very effective in moisturizing the skin and hair.

3. Skin inflammation Skin diseases are also a major cause of severe hair loss in pets.

If parents find that their pets have red skin, local rashes, or local hair loss, they should consult a pet doctor in time to find out the cause, and take measures for timely treatment under the guidance of a professional doctor.

A few suggestions for the owner’s reference:

1. Comb your hair regularly to remove dust and dirt from the hair, promote blood circulation in the skin and strengthen the hair follicles;

2. Choose food with appropriate salt content and avoid feeding human food;

3. If malnutrition causes hair loss, please find out the cause in time, treat or correct wrong feeding methods, and achieve a balanced diet and rich nutrition;

4. If hair loss is caused by skin inflammation, it is recommended to seek medical treatment in time and reduce the frequency of bathing;

5. Keep the environment clean and provide pets with a clean and comfortable living environment.