Puli Dog Grooming Instruction

Puli Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Puli Puppies and Dogs just needs time, care and patience. The level of grooming and time spent on grooming will depend on the breed and size of the dog. The following chart provides a brief overview of the grooming requirements of a Puli puppy or dog:

• Puli Length of Coat: The length of coat on a Puli is very long and will therefore require regular grooming
• Type of Coat: The type of coat for this breed is generally described as corded and heavy
• Time: Grooming a Puli will require 30-60 minutes
• Frequency of Grooming: Two to three times per week

Puli Dog Grooming Instruction - Brushing Hair and Coat
Most dog's hair and coats need some attention. The Puli dog grooming instruction for caring for your dog's hair or coat is as follows:

• The Puli has a wavy or curly coat that clumps together naturally and forms cords. The corded coat is not to be brushed or combed, but rather to be separated into cords no thinner than the width of a pencil. The cords form when puppies reach around 6 months of age and separation of the cords should begin straight away. Just take a cord and gently, from the root straight to the end, pull it apart from the next cord, smoothing it down neatly. This can take some time and should be done a few times per week in order to maintain the coat properly. If cord separation is performed regularly, the coat will be much easier to look after and will take less time.

Puli Dog Grooming Instruction - Bathing your Dog
Bathing your dog is very important for its health and hygiene. During bathing check your dog for lumps, bumps, parasites, fleas and skin irritations or allergies. Puli Bathing instruction is as follows:

• Wash your dog or puppy when they are dirty or smell!
• Gather bathing equipment and place bathing tools and shampoo near to bathing area
• Place a mat and towel next to bath
• Check the water temperature of the bath - ensure that a minimal amount of water is used
• Gradually place the dog in the bath - be aware that this may frighten your pet
• Gently shampoo your pet - be careful of delicate areas such as eyes and ears
• Rinse shampoo and dry with a drier. Then separate the cords.

Puli Dog Grooming Instruction - Trimming Nails
Some dogs do not need their nails trimmed as they are kept short by general activities. However, should your dog's nails become long then they should be trimmed. It is important to know exactly what you are doing, as cutting too deep into your Puli dog's nails can cause damage and pain. Written instruction is not enough as the risk of hurting your Puli is too high.

• Your vet can help initially by demonstrating how to trim your dog's nails and supervise your first attempt
• Spend some time touching your dog's paws and gently squeezing the area around the nails in order to familiarize them with this sensation
• Seek advice from your vet about the most appropriate nail clippers for your pet

Puli Dog Grooming Instruction