CURLY COAT DOGS

Curly coats—also known as wavy coats—are characterised by those adorable curl patterns. Curly-coated breeds have hair ranging from soft waves to tight curls. The types of curls your dog has can vary within individual dog breeds, which is especially common with Poodle mixes. Curly coats are very prone to matting and daily brushing while applying detangling spray will help you avoid your dog getting shaved down. Weekly or bi-weekly bathing with a mild to moderate shampoo and conditioner is highly recommended to maintain the health and luster of the coat. Haircuts every 5-8 weeks are essential to not only keep your dog looking good, but also feeling hea;thy and comfortable. A lot of curly coated breeds are very prone to dental issues and brushing their teeth at least 2-3 times is an absolute must. Dental chews and sprays in between brushing are highly recommended and they DO NOT substitute tooth-brushing. Most curly coated dogs grow hair between the paw pads, which causes him to lose traction and trap dirt. While bathing after every walk is close to impossible, a few pumps of waterless shampoo and a quick wipe will keep all that dirt and bacteria out of your dog and home. A layer of paw balm to finish will keep those paws nice and soft. Ear infections are very commonly seen amongst these breeds and appling a few drops of ear cleaner and massaging it into the ear canal can greatly reduce their chances of developing one. Here is a list of curly-coated breeds.