At present, there are about 140 purebred dogs certified by KFC in the United States. The hair texture of these dogs is different. Pet owners want their dogs to have enviable hair, first of all, they should know the quality of their dogs' hair and do specific care according to the coat state. In this micro-lesson, the following details the different nursing methods under different coat conditions, as well as the matters that should be paid attention to when caring for hair. I'm sure parents can get more knowledge you want.
Straight wire dog
Representative breeds: Shih Tzu and Yorkshire.
Straight-wire dog's hair is very delicate, and the key is luster, so when you see Yorkshire in the sun, the hair will look very supple. This kind of hair needs combing every day. At the same time, in order to prevent the hair from being too long and broken, we will coat the long hair, and at the same time, we should use spray along the hair to moisturize it, especially now it is winter, and there is more static electricity, so we should use spray.
Shih Tzu is a straight-haired dog with a double coat and a very fine cotton undercoat. Generally, it will choose a mane comb with wild boar hair.
Yorkshire is also a straight-haired dog, but it has no undercoat. Pay attention to the maintenance of its decorative hair, cover its long hair and ensure its cleanliness.
Double-coated dog
Representative dog breeds: Song Shiquan, Pomeranian and various sheepdogs.
The double-layer wool is very thick and fluffy, and the bottom wool is silky, which plays a role in keeping warm and supporting, so special attention should be paid to it when maintaining. Their outer hair is needle-shaped, which is different from the bottom hair. The outer hair mainly plays a decorative role.
Song Shiquan usually uses a mane comb made of wild boar hair, which can help dogs remove dead hair.
Pomeranians are usually round and look like a little fur ball. This is because Pomeranian dogs have very rich undercoat, and we usually comb them with a small needle comb.
Short-haired dog
The coat of a short-haired dog is short and hard, close to the skin and full of luster. Healthy dog hair looks like satin. However, short-haired dogs have oily skin and are more prone to skin diseases than other breeds, so parents should always wipe their fur with towels. In the process of nursing, special attention should be paid to the tarsal joints of dogs. If this part is not well cared for, it will easily affect the overall beauty of the dog.
poodle
The poodle's hair is very fluffy and thick, which belongs to the coat that is very suitable for beauty modeling. Usually, it is mainly combed with a needle comb to prevent knotting and felting. It's best to ask a beautician to do some care for it regularly. For racing dogs, more attention should be paid to protecting the head, neck, back, ear hair and other parts, which is of great benefit to the dog's modeling.
Hard-haired dog
Terriers are mostly hard-haired dogs. These dogs' hair is hard and tough, and it has obvious roughness to the touch. For these hard hairs on ordinary domestic dogs, special electric scissors are usually used to remove them, but in this case, racing dogs will choose to pluck them.
Hard-haired dogs need to comb their fur frequently, and parents should massage their fur more, which can promote the growth of fur.
Food hair care method
First of all, you must eat dog food, because usually dog food is made by nutrition experts, which can take care of the nutritional needs of dogs in all directions, and the contents of trace elements and fat can also help dogs to supplement nutrition better.
Protein, vitamin E, vitamin D, fat, etc. Dogs should be properly supplemented in their daily lives. These nutrients are good for dog hair growth and hair health.
Fat and protein can be supplemented by lean meat and cooked egg yolk, which helps to improve the gloss of fur. However, too much fat intake will make dogs obese, so everyone must supplement them in moderation. If the dog has pica, it may be a lack of trace elements. Parents can give their dogs some seaweed food and vegetables.
Methods and benefits of grooming pets
Different breeds of dogs comb their hair in different ways. Short-haired dogs should first loosen the large pieces of dirt on their bodies, comb them several times, then wipe off the dust on their hair with a wet towel, and finally dry their bodies with a dry towel.
Long-haired dogs are prone to knot or break their hair because of their long hair. Use a special comb for dogs when combing, and pay attention to the gentle technique to avoid pulling.
Parents are advised to groom their pets for five minutes every morning and evening. The order of combing is neck, shoulder, back, chest, waist, abdomen, head, limbs and tail. Among them, the hair behind the ear and elbow is easy to knot, so pay more attention when combing; Abdominal skin is thin, so it must be gentle when combing; Most dogs close to genitals don't like being touched, so parents should pay more attention when grooming.
Grooming pets' hair regularly can help them clean up the dust and dirt on their bodies to the greatest extent, prevent felting, promote blood circulation and enhance their resistance. The process of grooming is actually a process of checking the dog's body. We can observe whether the dog has parasites, whether the skin is red, swollen and discolored, and whether other parts of the body are normal. If you find that the dog is abnormal, you must take it to the hospital for examination in time.
Precautions for bathing
Before taking a bath, you should comb your pet. If your pet takes a bath with a hair knot, it will make the hair knot more stubborn and easily lead to skin diseases. When taking a bath, the water temperature should be moderate, preferably between 36℃ and 37℃. Too cold or too hot water will have a bad effect on hair follicles. In the process of taking a bath, be sure to use a special bath for dogs. The amount of bath liquid should not be too much or too little. Be careful not to let the bath come into contact with the pet's eyes, and don't let the water enter the ears. Be sure to blow dry after taking a shower. In the process of hair blowing, the distance between the air outlet of the hair dryer and the dog should be kept above 20cm, otherwise the hot air blown out may burn the dog's skin.
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