In this video, I’m breaking down why dog shedding in winter happens and what you can do when it feels like fur is taking over your home. A lot of dogs grow a thicker coat for insulation and then shed it later, and if your dog is indoors most of the time, you may see shedding year-round. I also talk about how dry or irritated skin can make shedding worse, and why it’s important not to assume the worst—but still pay attention if shedding suddenly increases. I cover the bigger-picture causes, too, because excessive shedding can sometimes be tied to medical issues like thyroid disease, parasites, bacterial infections, kidney or liver disease, and more. Female dogs may also shed more during pregnancy. Then I walk you through my 5 best ways to reduce winter shedding: improve nutrition (cut fillers like corn/grain and choose meat-first foods), keep your dog hydrated (wet food can help), brush consistently with the right tools, bathe regularly but not too often (oatmeal shampoo is a common go-to), and keep up with flea prevention even in winter. I also share quick cleanup tips like using a pet hair vacuum and lint rollers once you get shedding under control.