Dogs

　　Dandruff is not only common in humans, but even more so in dogs. Why is this? Actually, under normal metabolism, skin cells constantly grow, age, die, and shed. It’s just that dogs have more fur than humans, so this situation appears more easily. Additionally, infections by parasites, allergic reactions, or skin inflammations can also increase dandruff.

　　Dandruff removal tactics:

　　1. Take a bath: Giving your dog a good bath can effectively remove the accumulated old dandruff on the skin. No need to bathe too frequently; usually every two weeks in summer and once a month in winter is sufficient. Be careful, bathing too often may damage the oily protective layer on the dog’s fur.

　　Tips:

　　Use lukewarm water when bathing

　　Avoid the eyes

　　Remember to dry your dog’s damp fur with a blow dryer at the end

　　2. Specialized shampoo:If ordinary dog shampoo can’t effectively remove dandruff, you need to use a specialized anti-dandruff shampoo containing various special ingredients. Yummy’s pet anti-dandruff shampoo is a good choice! During bathing, let the foam stay on your dog’s body for a few minutes so the medicinal ingredients can take full effect.

　　Tips:

　　Never use human anti-dandruff shampoo for your dog to avoid stronger irritations. If your dog has severe dandruff, avoid shampoos with anti-lice components as they often dry out the skin further.

　　3. Coat spray:If your dog lives in a dry environment, this might cause a lot of dandruff. You can buy some oily coat sprays at pet stores. Spraying the fur can effectively prevent excessive evaporation of moisture from the dog’s coat.

　　4. Moisturizing oil: Products generally used for moisturizing babies’ skin can also nourish your dog’s coat and skin.

　　5. Brush the fur: Regular brushing can remove accumulated old dandruff and dead hair, and also help distribute the natural oils secreted by the skin evenly across every inch of fur. Brushing often can naturally resolve many dandruff issues.

　　Tips:

　　When choosing a brush, check if the bristles are too hard. You can try them on the back of your hand. If it feels painful, your dog is likely to feel the same. Actually, human hair combs are quite suitable for dogs, and you can also choose specialized pet grooming brushes.

　　6. Add some oil:One reason for increased dandruff might be insufficient oil in the diet. Adding an appropriate amount of pet-specific fish oil to their food is a good idea; it helps the skin return to a normal metabolic function. Just half a spoon or a teaspoon of fish oil daily can clearly improve the condition.

　　7. Change food: Some low-quality dog foods fail to meet dogs’ nutritional needs, leading to poor fur condition. Many dogs have their dandruff naturally cured after switching to a more professional-quality food.