Shedding!

[Asherton19]

I have an almost 1yr old flashy fawn named Dakota. She is the softest, fluffiest boxer I have ever seen. Her fur is longer than most boxers I've seen also, especially by her neck and hind legs/butt area. I could tell she lost her puppy coat a long time ago, but now she just sheds continuously. The seasons haven't made a difference, it's been the same amount for awhile now. I brush her w/a metal tooth brush which she loves, but it doesn't do much help. Does anyone else have a fluffy boxer that sheds a lot??? Any suggestions? Thanks!!

 

[Net45582]

I know my Chancey sheds more when she gets excited. Nutrition plays a large role in the coat also....whatcha' feeding?

 

[SandyHG55654]

Try using one of those rubber mitt type brushes with the nubby side. I think they sell them at Target for like $5. I use one on Dozer who continuously sheds no matter what I do, or feed him. I'm simply amazed at how much hair it takes out! Also it's that time of year so expect a little more shedding than normal.

 

[Pearlywhirly]

Anything that's made of metal is just going to skip over the slick hair. Try a Zoom Groom. These brushes are made of soft rubber that's almost sticky and they grab the loose hair very easily but without the scratching like a metal brush can do. Don't be afraid to be vigorous with it, you can't hurt them. Pearl loves hers, it feels like a massage.

Here's a link:

http://www.petsmart.com/global/prod...zoom+groom&In=All&previousText=zoom+groom&N=2

 

[Poetic_thing]

You also might want to start adding some Salmon & Fish Oil to her diet. My girl sheds next to nothing. I give 1000mg/day

 

[Boxer Babies]

Hey I bought one of those Zoom Groom things yesterday and I have to say its fantastic! better than fantastic, its awesome.

I couldnt believe the hair that came out.

Best $30 Ive spent I reckon.

 

[Asherton19]

thanks!

Thanks for all your help guys! I will give these ideas a try =)

 

[Asherton19]

zoom groom

Thanks for the advice. The Zoom Groom is great! She liked the metal comb also, but this one seems more gentle and it gets more hair out. Thanks guys!

 

[ncbeachgal]

I just wanted to add that the Zoom Groom is great! We brush Lucy with it and then let her run around and play with it b/c she thinks it's some type of Kong.

 

[terrip]

where did you get the Zoom Groom? I think I need to get one.