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You'll want to brush daily or you may soon be overcome with matt's and tangles. If you got your dog from a breeder, they may be able to recommend which tools you should use and show you how.
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Start with a pin brush. The pin brush should be run through the coat in the direction of hair growth. Then check thoroughly for mats. If you find a matt use a shedding comb to remove them. Do so by starting at the bottom of the mat and working slowly up towards the skin. Its important and sometimes difficult not to pull your dogs hair when working on a mat, so take extra care during this part. Its not a good idea to cut the mat up thinking it will make it easier to tackle, because it may actually make that area more prone to matting.
Hairless dogs may not need brushing, but they do need particular attention paid to their skin care. Bathing frequency of your hairless friend depends on their skin type. Smooth clear small pores require infrequent bathing. Larger oil producing pores that develop acne may need baths once to three times a month. If your pup is particularly prone to pimples, pop the question of prescriptions to the vet.
A moisturizer after bathing may be a good idea to help keep your dogs skin soft for a larger portion of their life. In this case you may get away with a gentle hand or body cream designed for humans. Sunburn is a real concern for skinless dogs. Don't let them out in the sun any more than you would a small child, and protect them with sunscreen in the same way.
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