Alaskan Malamute grooming in St. Charles, MO
Everything a Alaskan Malamute owner in St. Charles needs to know about coat care — what it needs, how often, and why it matters.
Why grooming matters for a Alaskan Malamute
The Alaskan Malamute wears a heavy double coat built for arctic cold, and twice a year it blows its dense undercoat in dramatic fashion. During these shedding seasons, a thorough bath, undercoat rake, and high-velocity blow-out remove the loose woolly undercoat that would otherwise pack down, mat, and end up all over your home.
This coat insulates against both cold and heat, so it should be de-shed and maintained rather than shaved, which can damage the coat and its ability to regulate temperature. Weekly brushing, along with attention to the areas behind the ears and on the legs where the undercoat mats, keeps the skin healthy and the coat doing its job.
What we pay attention to
Twice-yearly de-shedding baths, undercoat raking, and blow-outs clear the massive amounts of shed undercoat.
The double coat insulates against heat and cold, so it should be maintained and de-shed rather than shaved down.
The undercoat packs and mats behind the ears and on the legs, so these areas need extra brushing attention.
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Alaskan Malamute grooming FAQs
How do I manage an Alaskan Malamute's heavy shedding?
Weekly brushing keeps year-round shedding in check, and professional de-shedding baths with a high-velocity dryer are essential during the twice-yearly coat blows. Regular undercoat raking removes the dense woolly hair before it packs down and mats.
Can I shave my Alaskan Malamute in summer?
Shaving is strongly discouraged because the double coat insulates against heat as well as cold and protects the skin from sun. Instead of shaving, regular de-shedding and brushing keep the coat working properly and help the dog stay comfortable in warm weather.
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