Hi, I had my Cocker spayed last September and I knew her coat would change. In fact, having read quite a few posts about the changes that occur it seems I don't really have much to complain about... It is still soft and has not gone curly. I certainly don't need to consider having her clipped.
What has changed in the past few months that I would like advice on is the condition of her skin which has become flaky on her lower back where the new fluffy hair has grown on. I would like to hear specially from breeders if bitches need anything added or taken away from their diets after they are spayed due to the hormones levels change, etc.
I was advised to add the following to her diet: salmon oil, evening primrose oil and seaweed powder in a bid to improve her coat and skin. It has been a week since I started giving her these and already there seems to an improvement!
Currently I feed her Vitalin Active (
http://www.vitalinpetfood.co.uk/mall/productpage.cfm/VitalinCompletePetFood/_Active%2015/283512/Active), but from next week or so I will start feeding her their Adult kibbles (
http://www.vitalinpetfood.co.uk/mall/productpage.cfm/VitalinCompletePetFood/_Adult/283513/Adult) which is gluten free.
I have used the Furminator on her coat but after reading a few posts on this site I have decided put it to rest and I am only using a comb with an elastic band.
She also seems to be shedding alot more hair than usual. Does this have to do with a Summer coat she is losing or something?
I would really appreaciate any advice. Many thanks
Van & Millie x
