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The Klee Kai
Yes, they shed twice a year. They blow their coat each time and require plenty of brushing during this period. Of course when you are looking at a 10 to 20 pound dog, there isn't nearly as much hair as regular sized husky. I have allergies and these dogs don't aggravate them, so some people who are allergic to dogs may be able to tolerate these, probably because they are such clean dogs.
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Healthy Schips usually shed their undercoats twice a year--in the spring and again in the fall. (Their outer coats tend to shed more or less continuously, however, with frequent brushing, this rarely a problem.) A bitch who has whelped also will shed undercoat about two months after having her litter, and dogs who have been ill or undergone strong medication will sometimes shed following these events. If your Schip seems to shed more often or for too long, check with your vet.
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Do Black Mouth Curs shed a lot?

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All dogs shed, but the BMC is a short-coated dog and so the shedding isn't as noticeable as a long coated dog. Most BMCs blow out their coats twice a year, in the late fall and in spring and are not a constant shedder. added benefit of the short coat is that mud and dirt cleans out very easily and quickly. The short coat of the Black Mouth Cur does not allow ticks and fleas much cover to hide and hunters or stockmen can quickly find them.
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La Brise: FAQ
Great Pyrenees shed all year round. You need to brush them at least once a week to keep the hair under control. If you get one, you should plan on doing some extra vaccuuming. Pyrenean Shepherds shed very little, but still need a good brushing once a week to keep them from tangling.
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Yes, they shed twice a year. They blow their coat each time and require plenty of brushing during this period. Of course when you are looking at a 10 to 20 pound dog, there isn't nearly as much hair as regular sized husky.
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Alaskan Malamute Information
Malamutes blow their undercoats twice per year. They do not typically shed year round like many dog breeds. When they do blow their coat, they loose lots of hair (several grocery sacks full per week).
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Do German Shepherds shed a lot?

Frequently Asked Questions about German Shepherds
Yes. The GSD is a "double-coated" dog with an undercoat and guard hairs. The guard hairs will be shed all year. The undercoat is "blown" twice a year. The shedding is pretty much constant, but a regular weekly brushing keeps things under control.
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Neapolitan Mastiff Frequently Asked Questions
They have short hair and actually shed very little. The spring tends to be the worst time. While the new coat is growing the dog may appear lighter colored and spotted. The older hair that has not fallen off will lighten and the new hair will emerge a darker color.
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Do Greyhounds shed a lot?

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It seems to vary a lot from dog to dog. Some will shed an appreciable amount, others hardly at all. ìAppreciable" means that when you use a curry comb, you can get loose hair off the dog. There is some thought (and anecdotal evidence) that lighter colored Greyhounds shed more than dark ones do! However, bear in mind that even a so-called "heavily shedding" Greyhound would shed a lot less than say, a Dalmatian or a German Shepherd Dog.
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Do Mini Aussie's shed a lot?

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Aussie's are average shedders and only need to be maintained by brushing. No special maintenance is required.
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Do Birmans shed a lot?

CallisteCats FAQ
Very little - what you've heard is true! Most cats have long guard hairs (the ones you pet) and very short and fine body hairs. The body hairs are the ones that float in the air and get in your nose. Birman grooming habits are such that they tend to pick a favorite place (or three) to groom themselves, and when they are done you will find a little twisted clump of hair on the floor.
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Do golden retrievers shed a lot?

Retriever pet care guide: Golden retriever faqs
Due to the golden's long feathered coat they do shed a lot more than most breeds do, this can be controlled to an extent by regular grooming but the dog will always shed constantly.
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Do Westies shed a lot?

Westie - FAQ
Yvonne says: Not if they are kept groomed. Westies' old, dead hairs don't fall out. What will happen is that an unbrushed Westie will get bigger and bigger looking until eventually he looks like a walking bundle of hair. If he gets anywhere close to this look, the hair will rub off against objects the dog touches - walls, fences, furniture and human legs, just to name a few.
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Chicagoland Bearded Collie Club FAQ
Groomed properly, they shed minimally. Most of the dead hair will be removed by the comb and brush. The worst shed is when they lose their puppy coat, usually between nine months and eighteen months. This lasts for approximately two to three months. During this period, they often lose their cuddly appearance and look scraggly and ragged, losing hair from the top to the bottom, or from the front to the rear.
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Do raccoons shed?

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Not like a dog or a cat. Once a year in early spring the 'coon's coat "cracks". The dead hair of the winter coat comes out in clumps. In the wild, the den is lined with it to keep the newborns warm.
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Do Irish Setters shed a lot? What grooming do they require?

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Irish Setters do shed, but you will not see fluffy tumbleweeds rolling across the kitchen floor (as compared to a breed like a Golden Retriever). Irish Setter hair is similar in texture to human hair and requires brushing at least two to three times a week to remain tangle free. Setters groomed in the "show" style have the tops of the ear, under ear, and necks clipped with an electric clipper. Fine blending of clipper lines is done with a thinning shears.
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Shilohs have a double coat- a harsh outer coat with a soft downy undercoat. Sometimes the smooth coat lacks an undercoat. The smooth coats seem to shed a bit more, but that is not to say the plush coats don't shed...and the hair is longer. If you can't stand dog hair on your belongings this is not the breed for you! However a weekly grooming session usually keeps the hair under control.
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Mersey Standard Manchester Terriers
Yes, they do shed, however, not excessively. Most Manchester Terriers only "blow coat" twice a year (spring and fall). With properly grooming shedding is usually not a problem.
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East Devon Council - Housing FAQs
You need permission to build a garage, shed, fence, patio or other external construction. Please apply in writing with proposals to:
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New Jersey Bengal Cats,Bengal Breeders,NJ Bengals Kittens &a...
If you get a kitten with pelt and glitter I find they shed not at all. Just once a year usually in August to get their new coats. Very little owner grooming is necessary.
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Newf FAQ
Yes. The undercoat is shed at least once per year, known as "blowing coat." Grooming is extremely important at this time, as the dead coat must be brushed out or mats will form. It is possible to brush out a pile of hair which seems to be equal to the size of the dog being groomed, but this is not an ongoing condition. About ten minutes per day of brushing (a little more during the few weeks of shedding per year) will keep the coat glossy & healthy.
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High Hopes Cavaliers FAQ Page
Cavaliers will shed more in the summer months if left outside. Brushing helps keep dead hairs removed. They shed lightly in the winter.
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Pond Hollow - A Lifetime of Love and Devotion to the Chesape...
The amount of shedding depends on the type of the coat and where the dog lives. The coats can vary in the amt of density of undercoat and breeders can generally tell which puppies at birth will be the heaviest coated. If the dog lives outdoors especially in the cold weather, the spring shed will be profuse. If the dog lives inside most of the time, the shed will be much more moderate. Generally, the dogs shed in the Spring (March-June) and then have a very light shed in the Fall.
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Westie FAQs
They do shed a little. However they do not shed profusely and their hair is easily vacuumed or removed with a lint brush. Regular brushing will reduce shedding to a minimum.
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