Anagen
This is the growth phase. This is where the hairs are actively growing. The duration can vary based on breed, age, health and other factors within the environment.
Categen
This is the transitional phase. Hair growth starts to slow and evidently stops and prepares to enter the resting phase.
Telogen
This is the resting phase where the hairs become inactive and no longer grow. However, they are still attached to the hair follicle. This phase can last from several weeks to several months.
Exogen
This is the shedding phase. The hair is released from the follicle and starts shedding. This process gives way for new hair to grow and a new cycle to begin.
Factors affecting healthy hair growth
Seasons
Seasonal changes can impact significantly, particularly on outdoor animals who are exposed to natural light. In the autumn and the spring, many cats and dogs will shed more heavily to control their bodies temperature to the changes in weather.
Light
Exposure to light can affect hormone production that regulates their hair growth cycle. Those animals who are exposed to natural light, their hair growth cycle may be disrupted.
Nutrition
Feeding your animal a healthy and natural diet full of enriched nutrients such as Omega-3, & Omega-6 Fatty Acids if cruicial to maintain a healthy coat.
Health
Conditions such as allergies, hormonal imbalances can affect the hair cycle.
