jamesfernando17 Posted June 23, 2019 Report Share Posted June 23, 2019 Hi new to here, I recently adopted a 2yr old husky 3 months ago,so all still new. His fur was looking great and health recently his started to shed but his new fur coming through is really corse is this normal or something I should be worrying about? Sent from my iPhone using Husky Owners mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted June 23, 2019 Report Share Posted June 23, 2019 Hes losing all the soft undercoat so it will feel a bit different now but as it gets colder the winter coat will grow back in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meech&Sai Posted June 23, 2019 Report Share Posted June 23, 2019 My husky just turned one and had begun his first shed as well and I was worried also with the coarseness of the hair underneath. Is there anything someone could recommend to soften the hair as it seems to be somewhat itchy for him at times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Huskyfun Posted June 24, 2019 Report Share Posted June 24, 2019 My pups start looking dual, patchy, and like they have some weird sickness. LOL It is very corse and they itch a lot. Normally it only last a month or two. Lots of brushing and a really good Omega 3 helps a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shepsky5 Posted June 27, 2019 Report Share Posted June 27, 2019 I am able to to just pull big clumps of fur out with my fingers...made a big pile today!! Don’t be alarmed. The soft undercoat all has gotta go....and there will be bagfuls of it...😮 Small side note: when I switched my dog from cheap grocery store dog food ( he was fed on this at rescue) to a more highly rated brand, his fur got a lot softer. So nutrition does make a difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Huskyfun Posted June 27, 2019 Report Share Posted June 27, 2019 1 hour ago, Shepsky5 said: I am able to to just pull big clumps of fur out with my fingers...made a big pile today!! Don’t be alarmed. The soft undercoat all has gotta go....and there will be bagfuls of it...😮 Small side note: when I switched my dog from cheap grocery store dog food ( he was fed on this at rescue) to a more highly rated brand, his fur got a lot softer. So nutrition does make a difference. I pluck mine too. 🤣 it’s addicting.... I also think I get more in one setting. I do use a small tooth comb to get the stuck patches. And I totally agree with the high quality foods help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulG Posted June 28, 2019 Report Share Posted June 28, 2019 get used to the shed fur your going to get it twice a year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dean Posted July 1, 2019 Report Share Posted July 1, 2019 Hi all I was going to ask "what is everyone using to brush/de-shedd there furry friends with" (it's probs already been asked like a thousand times)I am currently using a slicker brush which is doing an ok job. In the past I have tried a furminator I was advised against using this 2 yrs later, thunder didn't like it anyway and the fur on his back legs has never grown back properly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Huskyfun Posted July 1, 2019 Report Share Posted July 1, 2019 I just use a small tooth comb. Takes forever but works great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robke Posted July 2, 2019 Report Share Posted July 2, 2019 10 hours ago, Dean said: Hi all I was going to ask "what is everyone using to brush/de-shedd there furry friends with" (it's probs already been asked like a thousand times)I am currently using a slicker brush which is doing an ok job. In the past I have tried a furminator I was advised against using this 2 yrs later, thunder didn't like it anyway and the fur on his back legs has never grown back properly. I use a blower and a undercoat rake... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted July 2, 2019 Report Share Posted July 2, 2019 Undercoat rake and a detangle spray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellydh Posted July 2, 2019 Report Share Posted July 2, 2019 When I'm not plucking it out in clumps, I use an undercoat rake and a windy day, lol! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Posted July 2, 2019 Report Share Posted July 2, 2019 Oh just wait! This year has been the worst for shedding. All 3 of mine are just a fur explosion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shepsky5 Posted July 3, 2019 Report Share Posted July 3, 2019 The dangling tufts are addictive! He will be sniffing a bush and while he is occupied, I reach down and pull out massive loose clumps of fur. I look like a crazy dog lady! I also use a comb when he is relaxing in his dog bed. i used to use a furminator when we first got him, but it stripped/cut short some of his shoulder fur. It also made him uncomfortable...he used to lift his head and wave his mouth at me if I hit a sensitive spot. With the comb, he falls asleep. ( I try to remember what side I did, so I can do the other side next time!) Ps When mowing, my husband found a nice little round nest by the back wall in our backyard. It was white and soft...it was all made of my dog’s fur! Somebody has put it to good use... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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