Alaskan Malamutes have thick double coats that shed heavily year round, but especially heavily twice per year as they “blow coat,” which typically occurs during spring and fall. Daily brushing is needed to maintain their coat and reduce the shedding to a manageable level. 10 авг. 2020 г.
Do Alaskan malamutes shed year round?
Malamutes shed heavily twice a year, and the hair falls out in large clumps. At that time, frequent brushing with a slicker brush and/or undercoat rake helps keep the flurry of hair under control.
What months do dog shed?
For dogs that shed seasonally, you'll notice that most shedding occurs in the spring and fall. In the spring, your dog's coat will become lighter, in preparation for the warm weather. Similarly, in the fall, in preparation for winter, you will see a change in your dog's coat and a higher incidence of shedding.
Do Husky Malamute shed?
Huskies and Malamutes have two seasonal coats, a lighter summer coat and a heavy winter coat. This means they tend to shed twice a year, unlike other dogs that shed all year round. To climatize their bodies during the colder winter months, they will grow an incredibly fluffy and thick coat.
