Signs of a Puppy Shedding Its Baby Coat

1 Puppy Coat Changes and Shedding

1. When Puppies Start Shedding

Puppies usually start changing their baby coat around 3 months, and it takes until 7 to 8 months to fully grow dense adult fur. During this time, feed nutrients like fish oil, egg yolk, cooked meat, or lecithin-rich foods to grow healthy, shiny fur. Also add vitamins, trace elements, and minerals to help.

Also, brush the puppy 2 to 3 times a day to shed old fur and speed new growth.

2. Seasonal Shedding

After the baby coat is gone, dogs shed twice a year, in spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). In spring they lose winter fur for summer; in autumn they grow warm undercoat for winter.

3. Shedding Care Tips

Shedding lasts a while; owners can help in these ways:

1. Brush often

Brush more than usual during shedding to remove loose fur, boost circulation, and grow healthy, glossy coat.

2. Good nutrition

New fur needs lots of nutrients, so balance the diet. Fish oil and lecithin protect skin and coat and aid growth and vitality.

3. Prevent matting

Brush fallen fur so it does not tangle with remaining coat, which causes mats and blocks growth and looks unkempt.

That covers puppy shedding. Normal shedding needs only frequent brushing and good nutrition. But if hair loss comes from illness, diagnose and treat it promptly.