How to look after a bald dog

How to look after a bald dog

In attempt to avoid inevitable cares of wool of the pet or having bought unusual appearance, some fans of animals get bald dogs. These dogs, as well as their hairy fellows, are capable to become the real family members, however it is not necessary to think that it is simpler to look after them, than a long-haired collie or a sheep-dog.

Breeds of bald dogs

There are not so many breeds bald dogs, however, having decided to get such animal, to you from what will choose. If you want the pet to be to you not only the friend, but the security guard and also not worse than a cat exterminated small rodents, it is worth paying attention to the American naked terrier. These dogs reach in withers of 45 centimeters, and weight – 13 kilograms. Of course, the naked terrier will not be able to overcome the adult, however he will try to make it in every way. These terriers are active and cheerful, they are faithful partners and prefer to accompany the owner everywhere. Many allergic persons not capable to hold houses of animals, perfectly get on with this breed.The Chinese crested – a dog with exotic appearance. This small graceful small animal reaching in withers of 30-35 centimeters will be a true friend, active, devoted and inquisitive. The body of these doggies is not completely deprived of hair. They have a magnificent bang, a long mane and cuffs on paws and also rare hair on the bared sites of skin. A xoloitzcuintle – the ancient breed which is very esteemed by Indians. Was considered that this dog can cure the owner of many diseases. Anyway, he is capable to be the beautiful partner and the defender, clever and sensitive. Despite the small sizes (depending on a version, dogs from 25 to 60 centimeters in height meet), the dog will seek to protect the owner.

Care for a nonhairy dog

At first sight can seem that care for a bald dog has to be simple. Really, she does not need to be trimmed, cut and combed out, you will be saved from wool on a carpet and clothes, however keeping of such pets has the nuances. Care for skin of a naked dog is comparable with care for skin of the person. The animal needs to be washed at least, than once a week. After bathing it is necessary to moisturize the pet's skin oils to prevent its drying. In the spring, in the summer and in the early fall when the sun is especially active, a dog before walk it is necessary to process sunblock cream not to allow burns. In the winter bald doggies need warm clothes and footwear – the frostbite of paws can be dangerous. Rare wool meets at the Chinese crested therefore they demand a regular epilation. However all difficulties in leaving are outweighed by unusual appearance and gay, appeasable and right character of representatives of bald breeds.

Author: «MirrorInfo» Dream Team


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