If you’re constantly battling dog hair on your furniture, clothes, and car seats, you’re not alone. Shedding is a natural process for most dogs, but professional de-shedding treatments can dramatically reduce the amount of loose fur your dog leaves behind. Here’s everything you need to know about our de-shedding service at Pets Muddy Paws.
Why Do Dogs Shed?
Shedding is your dog’s natural way of getting rid of old or damaged hair. Most dogs shed year-round to some degree, with heavier shedding occurring during seasonal changes — typically spring and fall. Factors that influence shedding include:
- Breed: Double-coated breeds (Huskies, Golden Retrievers, German Shepherds, Corgis) shed the most
- Season: Longer daylight triggers spring shedding; shorter days trigger fall coat growth
- Health: Poor nutrition, allergies, and stress can cause excessive shedding
- Indoor living: Dogs that live primarily indoors may shed more consistently year-round
What Is a Professional De-Shedding Treatment?
Our de-shedding treatment at Pets Muddy Paws is a multi-step process designed to remove as much loose undercoat as possible without damaging the healthy topcoat:
- Pre-bath brushing to loosen dead hair and break up any tangles
- Specialized de-shedding shampoo that helps release the undercoat
- Hydro massage bath to flush out loose fur
- Conditioning treatment to nourish the remaining coat
- High-velocity drying to blow out additional loose fur
- Final de-shedding tool work to remove the last of the loose undercoat
The result? Up to 80% less shedding for weeks after treatment.
Which Dogs Benefit Most?
While any shedding dog can benefit from de-shedding, it’s especially valuable for:
- Heavy shedders: Huskies, Malamutes, Samoyeds, Akitas
- Double-coated breeds: Golden Retrievers, Labradors, German Shepherds, Corgis, Australian Shepherds
- Seasonal shedders: Any breed that “blows coat” in spring and fall
- Dogs with allergic owners: Reducing loose fur means less dander in the home
Important: Never Shave a Double-Coated Dog
A common misconception is that shaving a heavy-shedding dog will solve the problem. This is actually harmful. A double coat acts as insulation — keeping your dog cool in summer and warm in winter. Shaving can permanently damage the coat, cause sunburn, and actually make shedding worse long-term. De-shedding is the proper, healthy alternative.
Our de-shedding treatment starts at just $10 and can be added to any grooming package. It’s one of the best investments you can make for your home’s cleanliness and your dog’s comfort.
How Often Should You De-Shed?
For heavy shedders, we recommend a professional de-shedding treatment every 4-8 weeks, with more frequent sessions during peak shedding seasons. Combined with regular brushing at home, this schedule keeps shedding manageable and your dog’s coat in top condition.
Schedule your dog’s de-shedding treatment today! Call Pets Muddy Paws at 910-479-7297.
