{"id":74,"date":"2019-11-22T17:32:40","date_gmt":"2019-11-22T17:32:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/?p=74"},"modified":"2020-08-13T13:04:43","modified_gmt":"2020-08-13T13:04:43","slug":"tackling-the-fur","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/tackling-the-fur\/","title":{"rendered":"Tackling the Fur on Your Australian Shepherd"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b>Do Australian Shepherds shed?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Yep! Sorry folks, these cute guys shed a lot!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most common questions and biggest concerns of new Aussie owners is if they shed and how much?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Australian Shepherds have a coat that shed all year round. In addition, shedding heavily increases during Spring time, as they rid their heavy winter coats.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-75 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/IMG_0025.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"179\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/IMG_0025.png 179w, https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/IMG_0025-168x300.png 168w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 179px) 100vw, 179px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Why a Shedding Australian Shepherd Matters<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you make the decision to get a dog, such as an Australian Shepherd, he or she will become a member of your family. And more often than not, they will be shedding. Why is this important? Many people are allergic to dogs&#8230;roughly 10%-20% of the population. However they are not really allergic to the dog-but rather to the \u201cdander\u201d produced by the Aussie. Think of dander as dandruff on dogs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As your Australian Shepherd starts to shed, the dander is also released into the home or surrounding areas. If you find yourself allergic to dogs you can follow some steps to minimize your chances with allergies in your home. With a little bit of work, even ultra-sensitive <a href=\"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/is-an-australian-shepherd-a-good-family-dog\/\">dog owners can manage an Australian Shepherd<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I Heart Dog conducted a survey with 85 real Australian Shepherds owners. Here are their thoughts on shedding and their Aussie\u2019s.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>15% said their Australian Shepherd experienced extreme shedding.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>65% said their <a href=\"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/australian-shepherd-breed-characteristics\/\">Australian Shepherds<\/a> experienced moderate shedding.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>20% said their Australian Shepherds experienced low shedding.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>0% said their Australian Shepherds experience no shedding.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s no surprise that all <a href=\"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/are-australian-shepherds-protective-of-their-owners\/\">Australian Shepherd owners<\/a> claim their dogs shed. And while 20% claim it is a low amount of shedding, they still shed more than your typical hypoallergenic dog.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-76 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/IMG_0341-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"729\" height=\"736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/IMG_0341-1.jpg 729w, https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/IMG_0341-1-297x300.jpg 297w, https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/IMG_0341-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/IMG_0341-1-480x485.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 729px) 100vw, 729px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>Owners\u2019 tips on tackling all the fur<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your Aussie has a long heavy coat use a brush and rake (type of dog brush-looks like its name) to get through any parts of the coat that are ready to shed. Brush every day, multiple times a day if possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Bathe your Australian Shepherd.<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your Australian Shepherd is a heavy shedder and you don\u2019t have the facilities to bathe at home, I recommend taking them to the groomer whenever you feel like they need it or at least every 5 weeks, give or take.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Invest in the proper tools.<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vacuum your house regularly and often to keep up on the amount of fur being shed. If you have uncarpeted floors a microfiber electrostatic dry mop\/broom helps tremendously. When it comes to removing pet hair from furniture a little moisture can help wonders.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When at all possible, brush your <a href=\"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/facts-about-the-australian-shepherd\/\">Australian Shepherd<\/a> outside. The dander will get released outside and with a light breeze those allergens will be long gone!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-77 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/IMG_0181.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"388\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/IMG_0181.jpg 388w, https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/IMG_0181-202x300.jpg 202w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 388px) 100vw, 388px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>Brush, Brush, and Brush some more.<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dander along with fur likes to collect on carpets and rugs. And if you don&#8217;t do anything about it you can experience terrible allergies. Removing carpet is not a cost-effective solution for most people so a house with both carpet and other materials (wood, marble, etc.) would be best.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although I wouldn\u2019t recommend constantly being on medication for the sake of your dog allergies, there may be times when it can help a lot. For example, during the Spring season when your Australian Shepherd starts to heavily shed or if it\u2019s just one of those weeks when your sinuses are experiencing sensory overload, taking medication makes sense. Make sure you always consult your doctor before you go out and buy allergy medication to make sure that really is your issue. Not all medication will work, so professional consultation is extremely important.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Shedding is normal so always have a lint roller handy.<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I know it might be difficult, but try to keep one room in your house where your Australian Shepherd is not allowed. Your bedroom for example&#8230;keeping your bed and the surroundings fur free can provide a place for you to escape to if your allergies get really bad or you just need a minute in a fur free zone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is possible for your allergies to get better over time. After being constantly exposed to allergens, it is not a surprise, the human body will become desensitized to it. Your body will get used to your Australian Shepherds dander\/allergens. With a little patience and time-your allergies can improve.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Get a good vacuum cleaner.<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can install HEPA filters throughout your home. Clean often and thoroughly to remove dust and dander and wash furniture coverings, such as blankets and throw pillows, curtains and other cloth items as much as possible. Buying a HEPA vacuum cleaner or one that is built for pet fur can help catch all the allergens as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washing your clothes often can help battle the allergens also. The moment you cuddle up with your <a href=\"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/do-australian-shepherds-shed\/\">shedding Australian Shepherd<\/a> your clothes will be covered in fur-well worth it I might add- but it will require more laundry days.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Dryer sheets are great at picking up pet hair.<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talking with your groomer might help you get the skinny on ways to help manage <a href=\"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/how-long-do-australian-shepherds-live\/\">living with a shedding Australian Shepherd<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no way to completely stop your Aussie from shedding. It might seem like cleaning with a shedding Australian Shepherd in your home is like brushing your teeth while eating Oreos but I promise their companionship and love will be worth any amount of fur.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do Australian Shepherds shed? Yep! Sorry folks, these cute guys shed a lot! 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