Is my dog shedding too much? Could it be a diet or vitamin issue?

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Hello; I have a small dog roughly no bigger than 23 lbs. with hair length like a pug & she's mostly a mini greyhound w/ a wonderful disposition & in great health. My problem is that I think she sheds way too much. She has me sweeping up a handful of her hair on my bed roughly 2-3 times a day. Could this possibly be a dietary problem or perhaps a vitamin she's missing in her diet? Please help because I swear if she were any other dog, she'd be bald by now. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 3 years and 2 months old | 22 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Excessive shedding is not likely due to a vitamin or mineral insufficiency if Tippy Toes eats a commercial dog food, but some dogs do seem to respond to a change in diet. It is also possible that she is a seasonal shedder and that this is normal for her. If she seems itchy or her skin is dry and flaky or red I would recommend seeing your veterinarian since some skin diseases can also cause excessive shedding. You could ask about recommended diets during your visit.

Is my dog shedding too much? Could it be a diet or vitamin issue?

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