1. Seasonal shedding

Spring and autumn are the seasons when most cats and dogs shed their fur. Long-haired dogs like Shepherds and Chow Chows shed some of their old hair to regulate body temperature as the weather gets hotter and they don't need the thick winter hair. On the contrary, when winter comes, the coarse hair will be shed and the downy hair will be replaced to withstand the cold winter. Cats do this too.

Note: During this period, comb the dog's hair several times a day and clean up the hair flakes to prevent hair from flying all over the house (preferably outdoors, such as stairwells and open spaces downstairs).

　2. Disease causes massive hair loss

Dogs suffering from skin diseases such as folliculitis or eczema, or having a large number of dog lice and fleas, can also cause massive hair loss. Dogs will scratch their fur with their claws and teeth due to severe itching, and they will also scratch and shed a lot of dog hair.

For cats, special attention should be paid to cat ringworm, which is highly contagious. Once a cat is found to be infected with ringworm, it must be isolated and the sick cat should not be allowed to come into contact with other healthy cats to prevent the spread of ringworm.

Note: If there is a large amount of hair loss (balding in patches), it is necessary to consider whether it is a skin disease, and consult a doctor or an experienced person in time to prescribe the right medicine.

3. Hair loss caused by malnutrition

If the body lacks nutrients, the cat's physical development and growth will inevitably be affected. The cat's hair will become rough and dull, and hair loss will also occur. In addition, natural environments such as sunlight and temperature will also affect the growth of dog hair. If the puppy is not exposed to sunlight for a long time and is kept indoors for many years, it will also cause slight hair loss throughout the year.

Note: Good sunlight exposure helps ensure the health of your dog's coat; different nutrients can be supplemented according to the situation to ensure a balanced nutrition for your pet.

4. Excessive salt intake

If you don’t pay attention to your diet and consume too much salt, it will put a burden on the kidneys of cats and dogs and also cause dry hair. Dog food and cat food contain salt, which can ensure their muscle strength, but with professional proportion control. The salt content in our daily meals is obviously high, and long-term intake of these things will affect the fur of pets.

Note: Try not to give pets human food or eat as little as possible, and eat less food with other condiments to ensure a healthy diet.

5. Improper bath products/bathing too often

Do not use human shampoo. Because dogs’ skin tends to be neutral, and most of our shampoos are alkaline. Long-term use of our shampoo will cause the skin to become dry, causing bacteria toAnd mites will take advantage of the situation and cause severe hair loss. In addition, frequent bathing will greatly damage the normal protective substances secreted by the skin.

Note: It is recommended to use dog-specific washing products for dogs. The frequency of bathing should not be too frequent and should be reasonably controlled.

6. Emotional hair loss

Most parents tend to ignore this situation. In fact, emotions such as fear, tension, and worry can cause hair loss.

Note: The owner should interact with the baby frequently to eliminate their nervousness and fear.