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- Siberian Husky Hair Type
- How often should the Siberian Husky be bathed
- Brushing the Siberian Husky fur
- How often should we brush our Husky?
- Siberian Husky shed
O Siberian Husky is a very characteristic dog originating from Siberia (Russia), known for its great resemblance to the gray wolf and its excellent participation in sled races.
If you don't know this breed yet, just see a photo to realize how impressive they have. Whether you are thinking about adopting a Siberian Husky, or if you are already lucky enough to share your life with one, it is very important to learn how to take care of your pet's fur.
In this article by PeritoAnimal we tell you all about Siberian Husky fur care. As always with tips and tricks included.
Siberian Husky Hair Type
For a start we should know that the Siberian Husky fur it has two layers: one with an inner undercoat and one with an outer coat.
- THE inner layer the fur is dense and smooth. It helps protect you from the cold and acts as an insulator thanks to its density. It's important to know that you can't overbath a Husky, otherwise the inner hair may start to lose its properties, including the natural fat layer that protects it from certain allergic reactions.
- THE outer layer it is smooth and also very pleasant to the touch. It's a medium length fur (neither short nor long) but equally dense, which gives the Husky a cute look.
There are many members of the PeritoAnimal community that ask us about the hair loss of the Siberian Husky, remember that it is a problem that must be seen, although in general it occurs due to deficiencies in the diet that can be easily corrected.
Do you know that...?
One of the very funny behavior characteristics of Huskys is that they are obsessed with cleanliness just like cats. They worry about cleaning themselves, as they can't stand being dirty. You can devote hours to it.
How often should the Siberian Husky be bathed
Once you know the type of fur and obsession with cleanliness that the Husky tends to have, you should know how often should you bathe him, as we have already mentioned excessive hygiene can seriously harm your skin.
As with everything else, the frequency of your puppy's bath will depend on the type of life you have, although you should adapt it to the specific needs of this beautiful breed:
- If your Husky dog gets dirty in excess and constantly, bet on cleaning with wipes and dry cleaning shampoos (anti-allergic) to avoid abusing the bath. You can bathe him once a month.
- If, otherwise, your Husky is cleaner and does not usually get dirty, we can give you a bath every month and a half, including every two months. Always depending on how your fur is and what indications a veterinarian can give. This is because another of the characteristics of the Husky is that it is a dog that it has almost no body smell.
- If your puppy attends canine beauty shows, it's normal to give him a bath the day before the event.
Remember that...
You should never bathe your puppy with a shampoo for people or one that is not suitable for dogs. Bet on those specific for Siberian Huskys, anti-allergic (if you have to bathe regularly) or recommended by the professional.
Never let your Siberian Husky's fur dry on its own, this could generate moisture and this could cause mold and fungus to appear. Use the dryer for a glossy, completely dry finish. You can also look for dry shampoos.
Brushing the Siberian Husky fur
Brushing a dog's fur is considered a dry bath. Imagine how important it is to a dog like the Husky. If we don't brush this breed, its fur will be knotted and look very unkempt.
Our Husky moults twice a year, so that doesn't mean he doesn't lose his hair for the rest of the year. For daily brushing of our Husky (don't forget to check our article about the different brushes that exist) we will need the following:
- Metal comb
- Smooth Scraper
How to brush a Husky step by step:
- Let's start with the slicker brushing towards the fur. With this first step we were able to remove all the accumulated dead hair.
- Then we use the metal comb. We should comb in an orderly way from the neck to the base of the tail. Be careful with the last one, it's the part they least like to be brushed off.
- Have a smaller slicker for special areas like the paws, face or armpits. With the large size you will not be able to access these zones well.
How often should we brush our Husky?
At least we must brush it three times a week. But if you want to prevent too much hair from falling around the house, brush them more often.
As we've already mentioned, with the slicker we can remove the dead hair, so the more you brush it, the less you'll have to vacuum. Remember to cut the fur that comes out between your puppy's paw pads with small scissors.
Do you know that...?
The health of your Husky puppy's coat is also determined by its diet. If the food is not of good quality, your fur will suffer. There are foods rich in omega 3 and omega 6 or the egg that will give the hair an amazing shine. Also, don't abuse these products, only offer them once a week.
must be very careful and never cut the husky's fur not knowing what he is doing, thinking that this will help him to withstand the heat better. The outer layer of fur is what allows you to keep it cool. Consult a canine beauty center and find out.
Siberian Husky shed
Generally speaking, we can say that the Husky change your fur twice a year. It usually coincides with changes in the season, and it is usually from spring to summer and the other from autumn to winter.
The seedling can also vary depending on whether we are talking about a male or a female. Females usually change their fur when they go into heat, although this varies from one animal to another. When the Husky is changing the fur it should be brushed every day.
It is also a good idea to make bathing days coincide with the moulting season. With the water you will get more dead hair out.
Are you thinking of adopting a puppy of this breed? Take a look at our list of husky dog names.
