Small matted dog hair can occur daily because your long haired dog is continually shedding dead hairs.
Products for matted dog hair.
Coconut oil can be used to make the following homemade conditioner or detangler for dog hair.
Tools and products for preventing matted hair.
The long haired dog sheds its hair into the coat causing small mats to form.
This shedding process is not like those breeds that leave hair all over your house.
Soft bristle brushes which vary in density and structure can work well depending on the breed she says.
However the best natural product for dealing with matted dog hair is coconut oil.
Pet parents can use brushes combs clippers or detangling products.
Verplank s favorite tool is a curved back slicker brush.
Have good products on hand.
Also consider the size of the dog when choosing the brush.
Detangling coconut oil conditioner for dogs.
Another matted dog hair remedy is cornstarch a good alternative if you re in a bind or don t have access to a pet store or time to wait for ordering the items above.
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8 steps to untangle matted dog hair.
Extra virgin coconut oil is an excellent natural remedy to add shine softness and hydration to a dog s hair.
You can find these tools at a pet supply store or online.
Liberally rub the cornstarch into the matted fur then slick the hair from the bottom to the top of the mat using a comb.