Shedding can be a serious consideration because of allergens and inconvenience. People who suffer from allergies may want to go for pets that do not leave a lot of dander around. If shedding is an issue, a dachshund could be the right dog for you. However, the fact is that all dachshunds, and for that matter, all dog breeds shed to a certain extent. The amount of shedding depends on a number of circumstances, like the health of the dog, the time of the year and the type of dachshund. Other relevant factors include my grooming routine and my diet.
Even though I shed, I am on the list of dogs that are low shedding. I’m also very loving with the cutest puppy dog eyes.
Do Dachshund Shed?
All wiener dogs shed their coat. However, the amount of shedding depends on my health and also on the type of coat. We have three types of coat: short hair, long hair and wirehaired. Some dachshund owners will tell you their dog hardly ever sheds, but they’re probably just too smitten, which can happen! Short-haired dachshunds have small hairs and they also have less of an undercoat, compared to the long-haired variety. In this instance, a dachshund owner may not even notice the shedding. However, dachshunds with long-haired coats shed the most as these dachshunds have a dense undercoat that helps them stay warm during the cold weather.
Wirehaired dachshunds also have a thick undercoat and they have extra hair around their face and eyes. This extra facial hair gives them a charming, bearded appearance. However, it may be a surprise that out of the three types of coat, wirehaired dachshunds shed the least.
How Much Shedding?
According to research, 19% of dachshund owners claim that their pets show no signs of shedding. In addition, 60% of dachshund owners claim that our breed is low shedding. According to the other 21%, our breed is seen as moderate to extreme shedders. However, most dachshund owners stress the significance of grooming. As such, dachshund owners who determine their dog to be low shedding credit regular brushing and bathing.
The Issues With Shedding
Allergies
Unfortunately, some people are allergic to dogs. You may know that a dog’s actual fur is not the allergen, but rather, the dried saliva, pet dander and urine that is bound to the hair itself.
Certain breeds are considered hypoallergenic. When these dogs shed, it should not trigger an allergy attack. Unfortunately, dachshunds are not one of these breeds. Dachshund shedding can cause an allergic reaction in sensitive people.
Inconvenience
Although we love our dogs very much, it is annoying to go somewhere, only to find that you’re covered in pet hair. Likewise, you don’t want to invite a friend over and they then find themselves covered in pet hair when they leave. Constantly grooming your dog can be annoying, expensive, and time-consuming. Many products promise to keep your clothes fur-free, but shopping for them is going to cost you so hopefully, you don’t have to try all of them.
How To Deal With Shedding
Grooming will affect how much your dachshund sheds. If his coat is properly cared for, naturally, he will shed less. Establishing a grooming routine will depend on the type of coat your dog has. In general, regular brushing will help, and occasional bathing is a must for keeping my coat healthy and shiny. All dachshunds produce sebum that keeps our fur and skin healthy. Sebum gets removed while bathing, so no matter what our coat type, don’t bathe us too often. Once every three months is recommended and always use a shampoo designed for dogs.
As for brushing, shorthaired dachshunds need to be brushed once a week and with a soft bristle brush, while long-haired dachshunds may need daily brushing to tackle mats and tangles. Sometimes, stubborn knots may have to be detangled by hand or cut out.
Conclusion
All dogs shed. However, different types of dachshunds shed differently. The number of hairs that a dachshund sheds is affected partly by environmental factors and on how you take care of him.
