Lab: Shedding Tips & Best Haircuts For Different Seasons

Labradors are adorable and can make excellent pets with the proper care and training. Since Labradors have coats, so their shedding habits come into play when considering their care. The right grooming routine will help ensure your Lab has a healthy coat, which helps keep them warm in the colder months and cool in the warmer months.

Continue reading to learn some shedding tips and the best haircuts for this friendly dog breed. 

Shedding Tips For The Labrador Retriever

Labrador shedding is a common issue for Lab owners. The breed has a thick, dense coat that can lead to quite a bit of shedding. First things first, you need the right grooming tools:

• Wide-tooth metal comb
• Canine cool air hairdryer
• Disposable dental wipes
• Sharp scissors or canine blunt
• Thick, absorbent towels
• Quality canine shampoo

Here are some Labrador Shedding Tips to help keep your Labradors coat healthy and their shedding under control:

Brush Regularly

Brushing regularly will help remove loose dead hairs from your Lab's coat before they stick around for long enough to damage your furniture or carpeting. It'll also eliminate any excess dirt or debris clinging to their fur — which means less time spent vacuuming after every walk!

Use a De-shedding Tool

A de-shedding tool is a rake-like device that removes loose hair from your pet's skin without damaging their coat or causing pain or discomfort. It is an effective way to remove excess hair from your dog's undercoat without causing any damage, as using scissors can do! A de-shedding tool will gently remove loose hair from your dog's undercoat, leaving their top coat looking healthy and shiny.

Give Your Labrador a Bath

The Labrador is an active, playful dog who loves to be outside and swim. When bathing him, you should know that he enjoys it and will not mind. However, if you wash him for the first time, ensure that you do so gradually. Start by bathing him once every two weeks or so. Always use a shampoo made for dogs and a gentle scrubbing brush and conditioner.

Best Cuts For Different Seasons

Short Haircut For Summer

This haircut, like the undercut, is excellent for hot weather because it reduces the amount of fur on the body and helps keep them cool. It allows more air to circulate your Lab's body and keeps him cool during hot days outdoors. 

Medium-length Haircut for Spring

This length is a good compromise between short and long styles that don't look right in certain weather conditions. It also provides more protection against fleas than shorter cuts. Some labradors look best with a medium-length haircut, but it may come down to your dog's preference.

Harlow Cut For Fall

A classic, timeless look for your Lab during the fall is the Harlow Cut which you can achieve without much stress; it's ideal for dog parents new to grooming their labradors. However, it leaves enough hair to keep your Labrador retriever cool and comfortable during the cooler months.

Shaggy Do For Winter

If you want a simple cut that looks great on labs of different ages and sizes, the Shaggy Do will do during those cold days. It can be styled in several ways depending on how much time you have for grooming. 

Conclusion

Hopefully, this post will help you make informed decisions on how to proceed with shedding your dog's coat so that they feel as comfortable and attractive as possible in every season and weather.