Do border collies need to be shaved in the summer? There are still people who don’t know the dangers of shaving!
Border Collie does not need to be shaved in summer
Shaving Border Collie in summer will not only fail to cool down the dog, but will aggravate heat stroke. Because your dog’s hair can help block heat and prevent ultraviolet sunburn. The sweat glands on the Border Collie's body are not developed, and they do not dissipate heat through the body, but rely on the tongue and foot pads to dissipate heat. Therefore, after the hair is shaved, the body surface temperature will become higher due to the loss of isolation, making it more likely to suffer from heat stroke. .
It can also cause Border Collie depression, reluctance to go out, and irritable temperament. Shaving can also cause adverse reactions such as skin allergies and itching, making Border Collie susceptible to skin diseases.