Curly-haired dogs, care and best-known breeds
Curly-haired dogs require specific care for their hygiene and brushing. If you have a spaniel, a bobtail, a poodle or a bichon frisé, among other breeds, we give you some tips and recommendations so that it has a perfect coat. Among the best-known breeds of curly-haired dogs are poodle or poodle, spaniel, bichon frize, fox terrier, English sheepdog or bobtail, komondor, labradoodle, Bergamasco, Puli and Mudi, among others. The characteristics of this type of hair make it more difficult to keep it shiny and neat and above all… free of knots and tangles! To achieve this, it is important that you bathe your pet every three or four weeks with a specific shampoo for its hair type and that you brush it daily with a special brush for curly-haired dogs. We should not allow knots to form in the coat of the curly-haired dog. In addition to the fact that they can become nests for parasites and cause allergies in our pet, they can cause pain. If curly hair is not detangled frequently, the knots and tangles can reach such a point that there will be no other solution other than cutting. You can start by detangling the hair with your fingers, and then use a specific comb for curly hair to make it easier to separate the hair and undo any knots that remain. Finally, we will use a specific brush to go through the entire coat and remove dead hair and delay the appearance of new tangles. To facilitate brushing and keep their hair hydrated, soft and shiny, frizz-free and knot-free, use a special shampoo for their hair type, such as Disane's Natural Conditioning Shampoo for Curly-Haired Dogs . Contains avocado oil, which deeply nourishes and repairs curly hair, preventing tangles, defining curls and avoiding frizz. When applying shampoo, try to do so by massaging the hair from root to tip, following the direction of hair growth. Avoid doing it in a circular motion to prevent the formation of knots and tangles.
Be careful with your ears during bathing, do not let water get into them. And once finished, dry your pet well. One of the specificities of curly-haired dogs is that their hair grows constantly , since they do not shed it. This makes this type of breed recommended for people with allergies or for those looking for a pet that does not shed a lot of hair. To keep your hair perfectly conditioned, it is recommended to cut it often , but it should not be shaved or shaved. You can do it at home or go to a dog groomer. The areas where hair accumulates the most are the legs and abdomen. Ear Care for Curly-Coated Dogs Another point to pay special attention to in these dog breeds is the ears. Curly-haired dogs are prone to otitis. This is because they have a lot of hair in thisCZ Leadsarea and this makes hygiene and ventilation of the ears difficult. To prevent otitis, it is advisable to clean the dog's ears at least once a week. Disane's natural ear cleaner is alcohol-free and made with natural ingredients, so you can use it daily. It will help you prevent dirt from accumulating in this area, preventing possible ear infections in your dog. Spikes in dogs, how to prevent them and what to do if they stick in your dog July 22, 2020 Published in Blog spikes in dogs Spikes are, along with fleas, ticks and other insects, one of the dangers that dogs face in summer . With heat they dry and come off, which together with their arrow shape makes them easily stick into our pet. The nose, ears, eyes and paws and areas with more hair, such as the armpits, are the parts of the body in which it is easiest for spikes to get stuck . After walks in the countryside it is very important to check these areas and, if we see a spike, remove it before it causes a wound and subsequent infection.
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Keep an eye out if you notice any of these symptoms : Your dog walks abnormally, limps, or suddenly becomes very nervous If you sneeze or sniffle continuously, try scratching your nose and notice that it itches. if he shakes his head continuously and you notice that something is bothering him in his ear licking a specific part of the body insistently The spikes, with their harpoon shape, are designed to effectively adhere to external agents and thus facilitate their spread. The problem is that due to this arrowed shape, once they get stuck in the dog's skin, they become more and more embedded . In the most serious cases, surgery may even be necessary to remove the spikes that have become lodged under the skin. How to remove spikes in dogs If the spike is only slightly stuck (the open part of the spike has not been inserted) and there is no inflammation, we can remove it ourselves with the help of previously disinfected tweezers. Furthermore, if we notice that the area is inflamed or that the spike is stuck deep and/or is located in a delicate area, such as the eyes or the inside of the ears, we should go to the veterinarian as soon as possible . If the spike is stuck superficially, it is recommended to use a repair product . If it is stuck in the area of the pads, you can use Disane's Natural Pad Balm . It moisturizes, soothes and repairs wounds, discomfort and swelling in this area and thanks to its natural ingredients it is not toxic to your dog if it is licked. Of course, keep a trick in mind: apply it while your pet is sleeping to improve the penetration of the product. This way we prevent him from standing up or licking his paws as soon as we apply the balm. At bath time you can use Disane's natural shampoo with aloe vera , especially recommended for dogs with superficial wounds such as those caused by spikes . It has antiseptic and healing properties that will help you clean your pet once the spikes have been removed, thus preventing infections. Tips to prevent spikes in dogs If you can, avoid walks in areas where spikes predominate , at least during the warmer months when the spikes dry out and become a danger to our dogs. The green spikes do not detach from the plant and do not usually pose a problem, unlike the dry yellow spikes.
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