Do not shave dogs in autumn

Shaving dogs cannot solve the problem of hair loss, because the hair does not break off in the middle, but falls off from the hair follicles. Therefore, after shaving, the hair on the dog will Those tiny hairs are more likely to enter the human body with breathing. The human respiratory tract does not have the digestive function, and the consequences of long-term accumulation of hair in the lungs are very serious.

What are the effects of shaving dogs?

1. Shaving dogs can cause psychological problems in dogs. Many dogs will be in a bad state of mind after shaving and feel that they are no longer a complete dog, causing low self-esteem, shame, depression and other emotions. Over time, dogs will become unwilling to go out, their personalities will change, and some may even attack people.
2. Shaving dogs will cause them to lose the protective umbrella of their skin. When the skin is directly exposed to the air, it is not only vulnerable to ultraviolet damage, but also easily caused by dust, pollen, mosquito bites, etc., causing skin allergies, itching, etc., and then inflammation, infection and other diseases.
3. After shaving the dog, the dog cannot resist the cold. When the weather is bad and the temperature is very low, dogs’ immunity is reduced and they are more likely to get colds or gastrointestinal diseases.
4. Improper shaving techniques may damage the dog’s hair follicles. Once a dog's hair follicles are necrotic, they will no longer grow new hair, which can cause great harm to the dog.

The role of dog hair

1. Dog hair can protect dogs. When the dog plays and runs outside, especially in the grass and bushes, it can prevent the dog from being scratched by sharp objects and the invasion of mosquitoes and bacteria.
2. Dog’s hair can block ultraviolet rays from damaging the skin. If your dog’s skin is directly exposed to the sun in summer, it may cause skin diseases due to exposure.
3. The dog’s hair can keep warm. Like some polar sled dogs, even in the ice and snow, they use their long hair to resist the cold. Veterinarian Xiao Ming would also like to remind dog owners that shaving a large area of ​​​​the dog's hair in winter is harmful to the dog, and it is also unnecessary to wear a lot of clothes on the dog, which will also affect the dog's mobility.
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