Dog & Cat Shedding Seasons

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It's that magical time of year -- that time when pet hair explodes all over your house and clothing. But isn't it fall? Shouldn't your dog or cat be growing hair for the winter instead of shedding it? What gives?

While many pets shed year round, some dog breeds, and cat breeds as well, have blowouts in both the spring and fall. If you're wondering when do dogs (or cats) shed the worst, and why, I break it all down for you in this recent Hill's Pet article: Dog & Cat Shedding Seasons and Cycles