That's a nice groom and great scissor work, it would be great for many dogs...but a Coton de Tuléar is meant to have long hair, not shaved down like a poodle for lazy owners. They need their hair for protection and ventilation. And good puppy, needs some water.
Thanks! Well.. I would not say the clients are lazy. Many of my clients have kids and jobs and don't really have the time for extensive brushing like these cotons need every day. I believe that education before adoption is the best idea.. Many clients were told by the breeder that the dog needs brushing every day, all goes well for the first 6 to 9 months, and then trouble starts. The breeder doesn't really mention that it's practically a dematting session every other day. I don't feel that the breeder mentions that part. I groom so many cotons, and the clients all tell me they never were told how much real work it takes to care for these dogs. These dogs mat just by looking at them. Anyhow. I feel that the clients that do keep them maintained in a shorter cut due to lack of time or being sick or just unable or are not too good with the brush (lacking in brishing and dematting techniques)... even fear hurting the dog.. I believe they are taking responsibility for the dogs' well-being. After 14 years of grooming this breed, I have yet seen any coat or skin problems on a shorter cut. Are you a happy owner of a coton?.. a breeder? Thank you for taking the time to stop by my channel.
There are many reasons why a long-coated dog of any breed, Cotons included, would benefit from a shorter cut that has nothing to do with "laziness." My middle-aged Coton has issues with body pain, which makes regular brushing sessions distressing, so I keep him clipped short to reduce stress and pain. Improved hygiene is another concern, especially for senior dogs or ones with medical issues. Additionally, as the channel owner has commented, the owners may not have the means or ability to care for a long-coated dog and instead rely on professional groomers to help manage the owner and dog's needs.
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I liked the beveled ear. It looks nice.
Thanks, Donna! 🙂
That's a nice groom and great scissor work, it would be great for many dogs...but a Coton de Tuléar is meant to have long hair, not shaved down like a poodle for lazy owners. They need their hair for protection and ventilation. And good puppy, needs some water.
Thanks! Well.. I would not say the clients are lazy. Many of my clients have kids and jobs and don't really have the time for extensive brushing like these cotons need every day. I believe that education before adoption is the best idea.. Many clients were told by the breeder that the dog needs brushing every day, all goes well for the first 6 to 9 months, and then trouble starts. The breeder doesn't really mention that it's practically a dematting session every other day. I don't feel that the breeder mentions that part. I groom so many cotons, and the clients all tell me they never were told how much real work it takes to care for these dogs. These dogs mat just by looking at them. Anyhow. I feel that the clients that do keep them maintained in a shorter cut due to lack of time or being sick or just unable or are not too good with the brush (lacking in brishing and dematting techniques)... even fear hurting the dog.. I believe they are taking responsibility for the dogs' well-being. After 14 years of grooming this breed, I have yet seen any coat or skin problems on a shorter cut. Are you a happy owner of a coton?.. a breeder?
Thank you for taking the time to stop by my channel.
There are many reasons why a long-coated dog of any breed, Cotons included, would benefit from a shorter cut that has nothing to do with "laziness." My middle-aged Coton has issues with body pain, which makes regular brushing sessions distressing, so I keep him clipped short to reduce stress and pain. Improved hygiene is another concern, especially for senior dogs or ones with medical issues. Additionally, as the channel owner has commented, the owners may not have the means or ability to care for a long-coated dog and instead rely on professional groomers to help manage the owner and dog's needs.
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Thanks!