There is hardly any difference between dog dandruff and human dandruff as both of them look the same.
The major causes of dog dandruff are allergies, dry skin and parasitical infection.
You can control dog dandruff to a very large extent yourself with a little awareness.
You should brush your dog regularly at the same time everyday.
Ensure that the dog coat is brushed evenly so that the natural oils of the dog are distributed evenly.
The regular brushing helps to distribute your pet's natural oils evenly and reduces the build up of dandruff.
You should add flax seed to your dog's dirt everyday so that fatty acids naturally moisturize his skin.
You should wash your dog once every week and if the skin of your pet is very dry than once every two weeks.
If you wash your dog very frequently this leads to his coat becoming very dry and this in turn leads to dandruff.
After you have washed your dog brush him and brush out or cut any mats in his fur.
Remember that dog dandruff accompanied with hair loss can be a sign of allergy.
Make a visit to the vet right away when your dog has these symptoms.
You should note that dog hair loss can also be a symptom of a secondary condition called demodectic mange that occurs in those dogs that do not have weakened immune systems.
Dog dandruff can be a major cause of discomfort to your pet and you can prevent it with a little care and attention towards your pet.