Blow Coat – A Furry Situation!
Written by Pam on May 7, 2015
I get a lot of questions regarding our HGT’s dogs – both the goldens and the labs – so I thought this blog should focus on our dogs’ beautiful coats, how they shed or blow coat and why certain breeds shed more than others. I will focus on those breeds very VERY close to my heart while leaving beautiful strands of fur on each of my outfits!
Goldens
When I think of our goldens, I first think about their luxurious coats, long flowing feathering fur that they sport in several different golden shades. Although beautiful to look at and touch, the second thought that rushes in is that they do shed. This shedding is seasonal and the deep sheds happen 3 – 4 times a year – normally they start around this time of year. Because the Golden Retriever has a dense undercoat, you will need to brush and/or have the dog groomed more often than say that of a Yorkie who sports human-type continuous growing hair and seldomly sheds.
Labradors
When I think of our Labs, the first thing I think of is their mink-colored coats that actually glisten in the sun light. They tend not to shed as often as the Goldens, but they do shed and blow coats a couple times a year. Although with the lab, their undercoat tends to redden when it is time to blow coat and this shed can take as long as 3 weeks.
With a rake type brush or metal comb and a lot of patience, you can help your dog look…tidy! Now the house might be another matter. Yes, dogs shed – but you will need to keep up with it. I actually leave our vacuum out – it really never gets returned to the closet because it is in use daily :*)
To me, I will take shedding any day verses other natural issues that dogs may come packed with – Although for those of you that have allergies, the dog’s dander is full of allergens and should be taken seriously when selecting a certain breed.
I hope I was able to explain with a sense of wit about dogs blowing coat – what can be a furry situation! Enjoy the pictures…
