Maybe she’s born with it, maybe it’s salmon oil…
A healthy dog shines from within with bright eyes, a soft coat, and good weight and muscling. A dull coat can be a warning sign your dog is suffering from poor nutrition, parasites like fleas or worms, food or environmental allergies, or just a lack of adequate grooming. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite tools for ensuring beautiful dog fur, including foods, supplements, grooming tools, and shampoos. Many of these have been very popular with our readers this year!
A Quality Diet
A minimally-processed food using fish as the main protein source is a great way to boost the omega-3 fatty acids that contribute to gorgeous fur.
Nature’s Domain Salmon and Sweet Potato
35 lb: $44.56
Wellness Simple Salmon and Potato
24 lb: $54.98
Acana Wild Mackerel
25 lb: $97.44
Fish Oil and EFA Supplements
Salmon Oil
32 oz pump bottle $34.97
Krill Oil Soft Chews
60 soft chews: $24.99
Omega 3 Soft Gels
180 soft gels $30.56
Grooming Tools
Regular grooming removes dead hair and skin, and spreads oils throughout the coat, adding a nice gleam.
SleekEZ Shedding Tool
This tool is great for dogs with shorter coats, and may be all you need if you don’t have a heavy shedder.
2.5 inch comb: $12.95
Slicker Brush
Gentle and effective, a slicker brush is an important basic addition to your home grooming arsenal.
$6.82 each
Furminator
A best-seller and perennial favorite among our readers, this tool is especially effective for dogs with a thick double coat.
$23.54 each
Shedding Glove
Slip it on to remove loose fur and get a little bonding time in, too.
$5.49 each
Bathing
Dogs with a hair coat (versus a fur coat) are especially in need of regular bathing and grooming.
DERMagic Skin Rescue Shampoo Bar
Like shampoo—but with an easy form factor.
$11.95 each
Oatmeal and Aloe Soothing Shampoo
We love dog shampoos that avoid unnecessary chemical additives, and Earthbath makes some of the best.
$9.95 each
‘The Stuff’ Silicon Grooming Spray
The perfect grooming aid for mat-prone coats. Dilute with water and use as a final rinse after bathing or just spritz on before brushing out the coat. Poodle and Pomeranian approved.
Buddy Spray
A spray-on conditioner and deodorizer so your dog can smell as good as she looks.