Do Corgis Shed? Causes and How to Manage It

1 Why Corgis Shed — and How to Manage It

1. Causes of shedding in Corgis

1) Shedding season: heavy shedding at this time is normal. Brush often to clear the loose fur so it doesn’t end up all over the house.

2) Unbalanced nutrition: a dog fed only one kibble with no other nutrients can start to shed. With too little coat nutrition the fur looks dull and falls out easily, even going bald.

3) Skin disease: a major cause of shedding, usually in large patches, with the dog scratching from itch and dandruff falling with the fur.

2. How to prevent and relieve shedding

1) Manage well and brush more. Seasonal shedding is worst just before summer and near winter; keep a few comb types to clear the coat thoroughly.

2) Regular baths help by clearing old dandruff, but dry the coat fully afterward — and don’t bathe too often, which damages the skin.

3) Keep the diet light; salty food causes shedding and, at its worst, can lead to kidney failure.

4) Fish oil helps the coat. Add some for dogs that shed heavily from skin disease — it eases the shedding and adds shine.

A Corgi’s shedding may be seasonal or a sign that something is wrong, so finding the cause and acting on it is key. We hope this helps; for other questions, you can consult an online vet.