Coton De Tulear Matting

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Coton de tulear matting. The coton de tulear is characterized by a natural long white dry profuse. The coton de tulear is a hardy sturdy yet small dog. Some breeds and breed mixes require intensive coat maintenance to prevent matting such as poodles doodle mixes coton de tulear and bichon frisés. Matting in coton de tulear coat.

The coton de tuléar is a breed of small dog named for the city of tuléar also known as toliara in madagascar this breed is thought to have originated from a group of small white dogs who swam across the malagasy channel following a shipwreck. The coat is long dry and nearly straight and requires brushing to remove an undercoat and to prevent matting. So i have some moistening shampoo and conditioner. Even with regular at home brushing their fine fur becomes matted very quickly especially after it gets wet.

Remember when our puppy s coat was short and soft and brushing once or twice a week was sooo easy. By susan scotland my coton de tulear has developed some matting in his coat and i have been advised by groomer to get his fur shaved off completely. The coton de tulear breeders of excellence are a group of highly experienced dog fanciers devoted to actively promotiong quality and integrity in our breeding programs. The coton de tulear also known as the royal dog of madagascar is a hardy sturdy small white companion dog.

Known for its cotton like coat the coton de tuléar typically grows to no more than 18 pounds and are white sometimes with gray black or tri. Vickie i have sorted out my coton s matting. Our guiding principles make it of paramount importance to protect and improve the original standard heritage quality temperament and welfare of the breed. A prospective coton de tulear owner should also keep in mind that the coton de tulear does have some territorial instincts and should undergo early socialization and obedience training in puppyhood.

The coton de tulear is a good candidate for the grooming salon though pet dogs often have the coat cut to a more manageable length. Although bred as a companion it once survived on its own. I have not had any matts in my cotons hair sense i started doing this. Their hallmarks are a bright personality and profuse white cottony coat.

There ph balance is a lot like ours. Since this is a small breed owners will be more apt to travel with him even if it is just to the store. A characteristic dry flyaway coat which is rather like cotton thread. Does anyone have any experience of this.

Our goal was to have him her become adjusted to brushing in a comfortable place for both and bathing and hair drying treats anyone. I have read up on coton hair they recommend using human shampoo on your coton as they have hair not fur. We have committed to a high standard of practice of sportsmanship and.