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Why is my Labrador shedding so much? How can I reduce hair at home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 2 years old | 61 lbs

I have a 2 years old male labrador he loses a hell lot of hairs. I keep brushing and everytime the brush is full of hairs. Hairs everywhere in the house. His skin is good,there are no fleas or ticks on him. I dont have a vet near me. I have tried giving him healthy coat products but it works temporarily. Please anyone help me out.

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Answered By Lotus Altholtz

Veterinarian, Board-Certified Lab Animal Medicine Specialist

Published on May 1st, 2019

Adding Fish oil to his food daily (Welactin fish oil in a pump in one easily administered product) will help with the shedding as well as with dry skin if he has that as well. Additionally giving VetriScience Derma Strength chews daily (available on chewy.com) and switching to a higher quality food may help as well (Royal Canin and Hills are two examples of frequently recommended dog food brands). Lastly, purchasing and using a furminator brush to remove as much of the shedding hairs and undercoat at once will likely help as well. Good luck!

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