Do Chuskies Shed?

You’ve probably come across those ridiculously adorable and fluffy Chusky puppies and want to know if they’re the breed for you. If you’re someone who won’t mind hair plaguing every surface and corner of your home, then a Chusky is perfect for you!

A unique breed fused with a Siberian Husky and Chow Chow, these dogs can be high maintenance when it comes to excessive shedding.

This fun-loving dog boasts many wonderful qualities, but that doesn’t make dealing with their unique coats easier.  In this article, we’ll take you through key tips to help you deal with Chusky shedding.

How Much Do Chuskies Shed?

To put it simply, Chuskys shed a lot! Removing dead hair and reducing shedding is no easy feat with Chuskys. Owners will often find tufts of loose fur scattered around their homes.

Both Chow Chows and Siberian Huskies have relatively thick coats. Bred as sled dogs, their dense undercoats are handy with this job. Combining these two breeds is a recipe for heavy shedding.

Do Chuskies Shed More During Certain Seasons?

Unlike some other breeds, Chuskys have a coat that sheds once or twice a year due to seasonal changes. This is known as “blowing” and can take three to five weeks. One is a thick winter coat, and the other a summer coat.

There’s no denying you’re in for a workout during the Chusky shedding seasons. Husky owners know this better than anyone.

Do Chuskies Shed More as Puppies?

Your floors will be relatively hair-free with a Chusky puppy. But that’s not to say there won’t be some slight shedding. After all, this adorable little pup has a Husky’s coat.

Once a Chusky reaches adolescence, it will shed its entire puppy coat and grow into its adult coat; only then will it begin shedding hair in larger-than-life amounts.
 

What Type of Hair Do Chuskies Have?

To survive in harsh environments, specifically cold temperatures, Chuskys has an incredibly thick coat comprising an outer coat and a very dense undercoat. Their double coat acts as insulation that keeps the dog warm in cold weather and cool in hot weather.

With an inner coat made up of short and thick fur, Chow Chow and Siberian Husky shedding can be a nightmare, and regular brushing of your Chusky is key in avoiding this.

While some dogs may make shedding season easier for their owners, double-coated dogs, especially those with a thicker winter coat such as Husky hair, need extra special attention.
 

Chusky Shedding Tips: How To Minimise

While other dogs can shed all year round, Chow Chows and Siberian huskies shed once or twice a year. Daily brushing for an adult double coat requires at least 15-20 minutes and is the best way to reduce shedding.

The two best ways to minimise your Chuskys shedding are a regular brush and visits to professional groomers. Choosing the right dog brush is essential to correctly and gently remove the dog’s undercoat.

The best dog brushes for tackling a blowing coat are an undercoat rake, a pin brush, or a slicker brush. A pin brush is great for everyday use on your Chuskys coat, but a slicker brush is perfect for getting out pesky mats and loose hair.

Maybe you’d like to shave, quite literally, the time spent on grooming in half. However, it’s incredibly important to know that this is a big no-no.  Chusky’s double coats act in two ways. On the one hand, they protect them from harmful UV rays; on the other, they protect them from the cold. If you shave a Chusky, you make it more difficult for them to regulate their body temperature. Shaving a double-coated dog can cause serious health issues and should only be done for medical purposes.
 

Are Chuskies Hypoallergenic?

Both the Chow Chow and Siberian Husky are non-hypoallergenic dogs, meaning that a Chusky is most definitely not the dog for those suffering from allergies.

A common misconception is that it is the dead fur that sets off allergies, when in fact, the culprit is the dander from the skin. Although it only sheds once or twice each year, Chuskys still shed enough hair year-round to affect those with dog allergies.
 

Final Thoughts on Chusky Shedding

Despite this breed being incredibly cuddle-worthy, Chuskys require special attention to grooming like the Chow Chow and Siberian Husky do. Removing large amounts of hair growth from a dog with a thick double coat is not for the faint of heart.

So, if you’re curious about adding this unique breed as a new addition to your family, consider whether you’re prepared to tackle the amount this dog sheds so you don’t end up pulling your own hair out!