Dogs are temperature-sensitive mammals. Their hair can effectively protect the dog's body, prevent excessive heat dissipation and keep the dog's body temperature at a constant level. The dog's hair can be adjusted automatically according to the change of environment. For example, when the weather gets cold, their hair will be fluffy and form an insulation layer, so that the dog's body temperature will not be too low.
When outdoors, the dog's hair can also play a cold-proof role, which can not only protect the body from cold erosion, but also prevent respiratory tract infections and other diseases.
2, insect and bacteria prevention
Dog hair has the natural function of preventing insects and bacteria, and can prevent some skin diseases, infectious diseases and other diseases. Dog hair contains some chemicals, such as propionic acid and acetone, which can effectively kill bacteria and fungi, prevent the breeding of bacteria and fungi, and have a good health care function.
3. Identify individuals
Dog's hair is very waterproof, and there are some tiny depressions and protrusions on the surface of the hair, so their hair is often used as an individual identification sign between dogs. In order to prevent the dog from getting lost accidentally, the owner can implant a chip into the dog, attach a dog tag, and attach an individual number to their hair. These methods can help owners better identify the identity information of dogs.
4. Adsorption of pollutants
Dog hair can also help absorb pollutants in the air, such as dust, pollen, bacteria and so on. And keep the air fresh. This is a very important health guarantee for dogs that are sensitive to climate and have respiratory diseases.
Generally speaking, dog hair can not only keep warm and cold, prevent insects and bacteria, identify individuals and adsorb pollutants. , but also help to enhance their own perception and defense capabilities. This is a very precious natural wealth. Therefore, while raising a dog, we should also pay more attention to and take care of the dog's hair health.