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Dog DandruffDog dandruff is the white flakes that appear on your dog's coat. It is usually not difficult to treat using natural home remedies.
Causes of Dog Dandruff
There are many possible causes for dogs to have dandruff. The most common ones (and the easiest ones to fix) are:
Natural Remedies for Dog DandruffIf you can rule out that the dandruff is caused by some underlying health problems, then try the following to improve your dog's skin condition: Omega-3 Fatty Acids As a dietary supplement, flaxseed oil can be added to your dog's food to provide omega-3 fatty acids which are essential for rich healthy coat in dogs. Other sources of omega-3 fatty acids include fish oil, and pumpkin seeds. Vitamin E Vitamin E is an antioxidant and can help give your dog a healthy and shiny coat without dandruff. (Dosage: 5-10 mg per pound of body weight, daily)
Prevention of Dog DandruffNatural Diet Feed your dog a natural, preferably home-prepared diet. Use tonic herbs on a regular basis to detox and strengthen the immune system. (Please refer to our page on Dog Skin Irritations on this topic.) Regular Grooming Regular brushing and grooming can help distribute the oils on the dog's skin and coat. Get into the habit of brushing your dog every day. It is also a good opportunity for you spend some quality time with your dog. While brushing your dog, you can also check to see if there are any abnormalities in your dog's skin and body. Regular Exercise Regular exercise is also essential to maintain the dog's health and immune system. Exercise such as walking, free-running and visits to new areas can stimulate good health. When a dog is healthy, her coat will be shiny and problem-free.Related Topic Dog Skin Irritations References R. Kidd, Dr. Kidd's Guide to Herbal Dog Care (Storey Publishing, 2000). Pitcairn and Pitcairn, Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats (Rodale, 2005). M.L. Wulff-Tilford and G.L. Tilford, Herbs for Pets (Bowtie Press, 1999). A.D. Shojai, New Choices in Natural Healing for Dogs and Cats (Rodale Press, Inc., 1999). TOP of Dog Dandruff |
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