{"id":9462,"date":"2020-09-13T04:47:09","date_gmt":"2020-09-13T04:47:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/happyfrenchbulldog.com\/?p=9462"},"modified":"2023-03-10T17:20:01","modified_gmt":"2023-03-10T22:20:01","slug":"french-bulldog-shedding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happyfrenchbulldog.com\/french-bulldog-shedding\/","title":{"rendered":"French Bulldog Shedding Guide: Everything You Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

French Bulldogs are endearing, family-friendly, loyal dogs adored by so many. The Frenchie breed was actually voted the number two most popular dog breed in 2021<\/a> by the American Kennel Club. While there\u2019s so much to love about Frenchies, French Bulldog shedding isn\u2019t always so fun. Fortunately, knowing the causes, great products that help control it, and what to do about excess shedding can make it more than manageable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do French Bulldogs Shed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The short answer is yes, French Bulldogs do shed. The fact of the matter is that all dogs can shed to an extent, including dogs that are labeled hypoallergenic<\/a>, even if the shedding is very little. At the very least, all breeds shed their old or damaged hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French Bulldog shedding is minimal, and they typically lose their undercoat twice a year. Like most dogs, Frenchies shed their undercoat in the summer to keep them from overheating. In the winter, they shed their summer undercoat to grow a thicker coat to stay warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news: Frenchies have very short, fine hair and don\u2019t have that much hair to lose and spread all over your home and clothes. It also helps that the French Bulldog size<\/a> is small, leaving a lot less fur than many other dogs. For even less shedding, check out the <\/em>mini Frenchie breeds<\/em><\/a>!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Causes of French Bulldog Shedding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While a French Bulldog shedding is never unbearable, some shed more than others. Several factors play into the amount of French Bulldog shedding, including age, weather, diet, and genes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Age<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Young dogs are known to go through a puppy shedding phase, where they lose their puppy coat at around four to six months old. On the other hand, it could be said that adult dogs shed more due to being bigger and having more surface area of hair. Either way, Frenchies are small dogs even in adulthood, so they shed less overall than bigger breeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned, French Bulldog shedding usually happens in the Summer and Winter seasons. They escape some summer heat by losing their undercoat, then they lose their summer undercoat to grow a thicker coat for the winter. In mild temperatures, shedding is at a low for Frenchies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We are what we eat, and this applies to our pets! The healthier a diet, the healthier the dog. A balanced diet<\/a> provides nutrients and vitamins needed to maintain healthy, strong hair follicles that don\u2019t break off and result in excess shedding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Omega-3 fatty acids are especially known to promote healthy hair growth. A diet with fluids is also crucial because dehydrated skin can cause hair loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Genes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As with many dog traits, genes affect French Bulldog shedding. The MC5R-gene<\/a> affects how much your Frenchie will shed. This gene is expressed in the hair follicle glands that create sebum, an oily substance that provides moisture for the skin. There are two forms of this gene, the G-variant and the A-variant. Dogs that carry the G-variant shed a lot. Luckily, Frenchies do not have this gene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep French Bulldog Shedding Under Control<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even though Frenchies don\u2019t shed excessively, finding pieces of hair everywhere isn\u2019t ideal. Several tricks can help with this. Not to mention, all of the following ideas for keeping French Bulldog shedding under control are simple things we should do anyway to care for our fur child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bath Time and Shampoo Use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Frenchies are one of the cutest dogs out there, and regular bathtime keeps them looking nice and helps with shedding as it loosens and removes hairs that are ready to shed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your French Bulldog has healthy skin and doesn\u2019t get too dirty outside, four baths a year is probably all it needs. Of course, having an extra bath here and there is perfectly okay if your dog goes on an outdoor adventure and gets soiled or has a light-colored coat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choosing the right shampoo is also important since Frenchies are known to have dry skin. There are many options made especially for dry skin. We recommend the Wahl Dry Skin and Itch Relief Shampoo<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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