Just like any proud and responsible dog owner, you would
always work for the best to maintain that your dog is always healthy and
well-groomed.
That's why we've prepared a list of tips that would help you
promote and maintain your Long Hair German Shepherd's coat without much of a
hassle!
Tip Number One: Nutrition plays a big role in maintaining
your furry friend's fur. Your Shepherds are strong carnivorous which means that
the food they eat must be rich in protein, fat and in vitamins. Foods like
Beef, Lamb and Chicken are perfect. And if you ever plan to create your own
dog's diet, make sure that your mix would be high in these.
Tip Number Two: Avoid Vegetables. Unlike humans, dogs'
stomachs are straight and not curved. Thus, this makes digesting vegetables
hard for them. Stay clear of the vegetables and stick to the high protein
regimen above.
Tip Number Three: Brush your dog's hairs regularly. By
brushing your dog's hair, you contribute in distributing your dog's natural
oils. Aside from that, you help prevent matting of the fur and aid in removing
dead skin cells.
Tip Number Five: Bathe your Dog. Obviously, bathing your dog
contributes to maintaining its hygiene. But did you know that a dog should be bathed
once or twice a month? German shepherd's natural oils are there for a reason,
that's why your dogs shouldn't be bathed more than twice per month. However,
frequency of bathing varies depending on the nature of where your dog hangs
out. Surely a dog that stays outside will require more baths than one that
stays inside.
Tip Number Six: Do you See Dust? If you stroke your dog and
see dust that means your dog is already due for its bath.
The attractive coat of the German Shepherd can unfortunately
be quite attractive to parasites too. Beneath the coat on the skin itself, hot
spots can be created by skin infections, which can arise from a poor diet or
from an infected cut.
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