🚫✂️ Don’t Shave the Fluff! ✂️🚫
We know it’s hot here in the Pahrump desert, and it may seem like shaving your dog’s thick coat is the kindest thing to do — but for northern breeds like Huskies, Malamutes, Samoyeds, and Akitas, shaving is actually dangerous.

Here’s why it’s important to keep that double coat intact:

🌡️ Their Coat Is Climate Control
These dogs have a double coat — a soft insulating undercoat and a coarse outer coat. Together, this system:
✅ Regulates body temperature (yes, even in hot weather!)
✅ Protects the skin from UV rays and sunburn
✅ Reduces the risk of heatstroke by providing airflow close to the skin
✅ Acts as a natural barrier against bugs and allergens

✂️ What Happens When You Shave It?
– Can actually make your dog hotter by removing insulation
– Disrupts their natural ability to self-regulate temperature
– Increases the risk of sunburn, overheating, and skin infections
– The coat may grow back unevenly, or not grow back properly at all

🐾 What to Do Instead:
– Regular brushing to remove loose undercoat and improve airflow
– Provide shade, water, and cooling mats
– Walk early or late in the day to avoid peak heat
– Schedule a professional deshedding instead of a shave

📍 At JAM Veterinary Services, we care about the comfort AND health of your pets — and that includes helping you make the best grooming decisions for our desert climate.