"I almost killed my dog following advice from TikTok," writes user @DogMom2023.
We are talking about the “fashionable” method of drying wool with a hair dryer without an attachment.
Veterinary trichologist Olga Krylova warns: “Hot air destroys the protective layer of the skin, leading to eczema.”
The journal VetDermatology published a study: 40% of dogs with alopecia were regularly dried on high heat.
True story: Dachshund Mickey from Novosibirsk lost hair on his back after grooming at a salon.
How to avoid mistakes
Always use a heat protection spray and ask the salon to show you the equipment certificate. And never shave your dog in the summer - it disrupts thermoregulation!
But this is not the only mistake. Husky owners often comb out the undercoat with metal slicker brushes, which leads to the formation of bald spots.
"The undercoat takes 2 years to recover! Use only wooden combs," insists groomer Artem Volkov .
His client, Ira the husky, wore overalls for a year to cover up her bald spots after being groomed incorrectly.
Shocking fact: 90% of "hypoallergenic" shampoos contain sodium lauryl sulfate. This ingredient causes itching, causing the dog to scratch.
Solution
Wash your pet no more than once a month and only with products containing natural surfactants, such as soap root.
Did you know that coat conditioners block the sebaceous glands?
Veterinary dermatologist Sergei Morozov explains: “After using conditioner, the skin stops producing protective lubricant, which leads to dermatitis.”
Instead, rinse your dog with chamomile infusion - it soothes and adds shine.
