1、 The situation where hair removal is not necessary
Heat dissipation mechanism: Pets do not primarily dissipate heat through their skin, but have their own specific heat dissipation mechanisms. For example, dogs mainly cool down by sticking out their tongue to evaporate saliva and sweat glands on the skin of their feet, while cats mainly cool down by using foot pads and surface heat radiation. Therefore, removing all pet hair does not significantly improve its heat dissipation effect.Protective effect: Pet hair has the function of protecting the skin from UV damage and bacterial invasion. In summer, if all the fur of pets is removed, their skin will be directly exposed to strong sunlight, making them more susceptible to harm.
Psychological health: Some pets may experience psychological discomfort after shaving, such as low self-esteem, depression, and even reluctance to go out and eat. This may be because they are dissatisfied with their new image or feel unprotected.
2、 The situation where hair needs to be removed
Treating diseases: If pets suffer from skin diseases or injuries, sometimes it is necessary to remove some or all of their hair for treatment and care. In this case, hair removal is necessary, but veterinary advice should be followed and appropriate care and protection should be provided after removal.Routine examination: In some cases, such as when a pet is pregnant or requires other routine examinations, it may be necessary to remove some hair in order to observe their physical condition more clearly. But in this case, only the necessary parts need to be removed, not all the hair.
3、 Suggestion
Moderate trimming: If a pet's hair is too long or tangled severely, it can be trimmed and combed moderately to maintain its cleanliness and comfort. But it is not necessary to completely remove the hair.Maintain cleanliness: Regularly bathe and groom pets to keep their skin and hair clean and healthy.
Avoid direct sunlight: In summer, try to avoid exposing pets to strong sunlight for a long time to reduce the risk of skin damage.
Pay attention to pet emotions: After removing or trimming hair, closely monitor the emotional changes of pets to ensure that they do not experience psychological problems due to changes in their appearance.
In summary, whether it is necessary to remove hair from pets in summer should be judged based on their specific situation and needs. In most cases, keeping pets' fur neat and moderately trimmed is sufficient, and there is no need to completely remove the fur.
