[sparkygirl]

Hi everyone. Could I ask, once my border terrier is handstripped will she stop shedding quite so much? I have just got her, she is 4 and she looks very scruffy so I think she's ready for grooming. I can pull long hair from her back quite easily. She was living outside in a breeding kennel but now she is a family dog and living indoors so I was wondering if she was shedding as a result of being indoors for most of the time? Aside from hand stripping (which she is having done at a groomers next week) what else should I be doing? I have a curry comb and I brush her every day, and the amount of hair is phenomenal. When I come down in the morning and open the kitchen door, I feel like I am wading through hair!!! Will handstripping really make a difference? She is a lovely dog, and I realise I have to get used to her and her hair, but I am getting tired of vacuuming, sweeping, sellotaping the hair and washing the floors everyday, sometimes twice a day?! Do I sound a little OCD? thanks for reading and any advice very welcome.

[Lara's mom]

Sorry...Where there are dogs, there is dog hair. I've learned to put my dark clothing on right by my door before I leave the apartment!!! Grooming helps but, the dog will still shed.

[cigwyllt]

I've heard very good reports of the Furminator as a brush/stripping tool that cuts down on shedding. I've always found though that the longer and coarser the dog's hair the less likely it is to shed. My smoothies (Patterdale and Staffie crosses) moult much more than my long haired JR.

[sparkygirl]

I just ordered a furminator from amazon solooking forward to that! I also ordered a pet hair attachment for the vacuum! Throwing out all my black socks tomorrow and only wearing beige from now on lol! Thanks for your replies. I am very much a rookie dog 'owner' !

[FarmMedley]

You kinda get used to the dog hair all over the place right??!! Aside from consistent brushing and constant vacuuming or sweeping, there really isn't much you can do. Since she is living indoors now she may shed a little less frequently once her body gets used to the new environment, but it won't really be anything noticeable. Sorry if this isn't the news you want to hear!

[mrandrei]

Vacuum your dog everyday (if you can) or comb your dog's hair to prevent or minimize shedding.

[millsandbones]

Another key to minimize the shedding of dog is choosing the right brush. There are several types of brushes available for different purposes some of which are slicker brushes, shedding blades, matbreakers that helps control excessive shedding.

[arunkumarrr]

Comb your dog's hair daily.. That might minimize shedding of your dog's hair..

[Jdcut]

I have 2 dogs, and that hair on the clothes was real problem. I searched for the solutions of it, and collected different methods of removing pet hair.

But first of all you, certanly, must take care of your pet, to prevent shed. So, keep your pet well groomed, because it's by far the most important step you can take in controlling the hair in your home. Regular bathing, brushing and combing will remove old hair, mats and dander. People often think that shorthaired pets don't shed. They do! They just shed shorter hair. Brushing is just as important for these dogs.
A brush, comb, mat remover or grooming glove used for a few minutes every day will help collect dead hair that you can throw away instead of finding it all over the house. Removing loose hair also reduces the incidence of hairballs.
Some tips to remove pet hair are well described here(ops,cannt post links: removepethair.blogspot.com

[mypetisloved]

I don't have any suggestions other than making sure that you comb the dog regularly. It makes a huge difference with ours, and we also use those lint brushes on our clothes. That helps some too.

[OrangeDog]

NEVER use a Furminator on a Boarder! You will ruin her coat.

80% of shedding is controled by diet. Bad food = lots of shedding

may I ask what you are feeding your dog?

[caterhamClips]

I always wipe my hairy dog down with a damp cloth
everyday the hairs stick to the cloth and aswell as
brushing everyday the damp cloth helps alot to catch the hairs.

[fbull66]

the hair is stuck to everything ....she been with us 6 weeks and im loosing my mind .no really ..so much i think she needs to go ....she 5 months old ...i need help ......i just cant deal with the hair

[Todd]

Originally Posted by fbull66

the hair is stuck to everything ....she been with us 6 weeks and im loosing my mind .no really ..so much i think she needs to go ....she 5 months old ...i need help ......i just cant deal with the hair

Well, if you can't deal with it you probably should have gotten a dog with a short coat.

[fbull66]

Originally Posted by Todd

Well, if you can't deal with it you probably should have gotten a dog with a short coat.

i have a dog that doesnt shed ...i have no idear it would be this bad........

[Todd]

Originally Posted by fbull66

i have a dog that doesnt shed ...i have no idear it would be this bad........

If your dog doesn't shed how could there be hair everywhere?

[angiesample]

get a lint brush... hopefully u get use to it. Probably should have taken into account shedding when u choose ur dog, some breeds shed worse than others. Brushing will help.. and diet can have a big factor. Good luck and remember its just fur!

[Todd]

Originally Posted by angiesample

get a lint brush... hopefully u get use to it. Probably should have taken into account shedding when u choose ur dog, some breeds shed worse than others. Brushing will help.. and diet can have a big factor. Good luck and remember its just fur!

You're right about diet. OP...Did you ever say what you feed your dog?

Also supplement with fish oil. This is great for the skin and coat.

[CorkyMax]

Quote:
Originally Posted by fbull66
i have a dog that doesnt shed ...i have no idear it would be this bad........

Quote/Todd:
If your dog doesn't shed how could there be hair everywhere?

Lol, Sorry 'guys' but these 2 above quotes have me busting a gut!

Seriously though---This breed of dog has a very wiry double coat. It sounds like your dog may be blowing it's coat. You will get loads of hair at this time but once the coat is blown, it should make for a lot less shedding. And you should be combing/slicker brush--whatever does a good job of removing this excess hair. Sorry, guess I am just in the 'mood', but my gosh that dog sounds like he should be bald by now! It will take diligent brushing/combing.
Laughing aside--I was feeling the same way (not as intense as you) thinking there was no end to it but it did finally quit---and my breed is a cocker spaniel/golden retriever which both breeds have a lot of long hair. It actually was kind of fun brushing all that hair out in clumps! And just look at it as how much the dog likes getting rid of all that hot excess hair. I use to grab a plastic grocery bag and start combing and filling the bag up. Sadly, I will not have the opportunity to do this for my Corky again as he will be 'gone' before it could happen again as he is dying. I mention this because I hope you will appreciate your dog while he is still with you---It is not his fault he is shedding so much--Forget about having a spotless, hairless house for a few days--focus on helping your dog get rid of the hair and once it is under control go to the house cleaning. Love the dog while you can!

A quote from my breeds book: Border Terriers need plenty of exercise---they were bred to hunt and have great vitality and stamina.

And here is what book states on grooming: The durable, wiry coat needs little grooming. Clip out any knots and brush occasionally with a bristle brush. The object is a completely natural look with no artifice. Bathe only when necessary. (ME here--Maybe you are bathing too much and may have an effect as to the excess shedding too.) I would check into foods/supplements that would benefit his coat.

If by chance this excess shedding is not because of blowing his coat--Perhaps you should have him checked out by a vet as there could be a health issue here that should be addressed.

[Todd]

Originally Posted by Corky/Max

Quote:
Originally Posted by fbull66
i have a dog that doesnt shed ...i have no idear it would be this bad........

Quote/Todd:
If your dog doesn't shed how could there be hair everywhere?

Lol, Sorry 'guys' but these 2 above quotes have me busting a gut!

Seriously though---This breed of dog has a very wiry double coat. It sounds like your dog may be blowing it's coat. You will get loads of hair at this time but once the coat is blown, it should make for a lot less shedding. And you should be combing/slicker brush--whatever does a good job of removing this excess hair. Sorry, guess I am just in the 'mood', but my gosh that dog sounds like he should be bald by now! It will take diligent brushing/combing.
Laughing aside--I was feeling the same way (not as intense as you) thinking there was no end to it but it did finally quit---and my breed is a cocker spaniel/golden retriever which both breeds have a lot of long hair. It actually was kind of fun brushing all that hair out in clumps! And just look at it as how much the dog likes getting rid of all that hot excess hair. I use to grab a plastic grocery bag and start combing and filling the bag up. Sadly, I will not have the opportunity to do this for my Corky again as he will be 'gone' before it could happen again as he is dying. I mention this because I hope you will appreciate your dog while he is still with you---It is not his fault he is shedding so much--Forget about having a spotless, hairless house for a few days--focus on helping your dog get rid of the hair and once it is under control go to the house cleaning. Love the dog while you can!

A quote from my breeds book: Border Terriers need plenty of exercise---they were bred to hunt and have great vitality and stamina.

And here is what book states on grooming: The durable, wiry coat needs little grooming. Clip out any knots and brush occasionally with a bristle brush. The object is a completely natural look with no artifice. Bathe only when necessary. (ME here--Maybe you are bathing too much and may have an effect as to the excess shedding too.) I would check into foods/supplements that would benefit his coat.

If by chance this excess shedding is not because of blowing his coat--Perhaps you should have him checked out by a vet as there could be a health issue here that should be addressed.

Man oh man...

I'm she glad my dog's voat is super short...