Pieces in a dog: causes and solutions

The problem of koltunov is acutely worrying owners of dogs with long hair. It is important not only to remove the confused lump correctly, but also to establish the cause of its occurrence. So it will be easier to choose preventive measures. For example, when combing a pet, you need to use a special comb - this will prevent the occurrence of hairballs.

The formation of tangles is the result of a lack of care or its excess. We list the common causes of their occurrence.

1. Wet pure wool knits. This happens with owners of long and thick hairs, if not dried with a hairdryer after bathing. In the process of natural drying, not only the state of the coat, but also the skin is damaged.
2. There are special "water tricks" - the result of improper washing. This phenomenon occurs in inexperienced owners who are trying to actively lather and launder dirt from wool. Prevention is simple - apply detergents gently and hair growth, not entangling them.
3. When wearing clothes for dogs, wool can stray in places of stitches and body contact. To prevent the need to use things with lining of a special sliding fabric.
4. The dog can gather burrs and spines during the walk. Pulling them out of the wool is difficult, the ball splits into small spines as it moves. It is recommended to inspect the animal during walking to remove all plants immediately. You can wear a duster on the dog or other clothing that will protect the coat.
5. Combing with the wrong tools. Inexperienced owners believe that a massage brush is enough for care. However, short cloves tidy up only the top layer, and the undercoat knits in one. Even professional groomers do not always cope with the consequences of such mistakes; the dog has to cut it high.
6. Excessive love of the owners to the fur breaking during the games leads to disastrous consequences. You should not iron the dog against the growth of hairs, ruffle them.
7. Health status may affect the appearance of the coat and the formation of tangles. If you observe not only knocking down hairs, but also their dullness, inanimate appearance, then you should contact a veterinarian. Fleas, worms, diseases of the kidneys and liver can affect the state of the coat.
8. Dogs may deteriorate hair condition. during pregnancy and childbirth. This is due to a number of factors, including a decrease in the number of cosmetic procedures. Dog breeders recommend shaving the dog as short as possible before pregnancy, or at least remove the hair near the mammary glands. If there is no such possibility at all, tie the hairs with rubber bands or put them in papilotki.

If the wool got huddled together, then it is worth trying to solve the situation with minimal losses. We must try to unravel everything, and not immediately cut it off. For combing ticks, special tools are used that greatly simplify the task. Consider the most effective methods.

1. Plicas often appear in the area of ​​the ears, armpits - where the wool is particularly soft. Immediately after combing, treat the hairs with baby powder on a zinc base and walk through the puhoderka. So you can easily prevent tangling.
2. When using shampoo from mats, be sure to read the instructions.Some of them wash out the undercoat too much and are not suitable for some breeds. Particularly bad it can affect the state of the Pekingese hair, Shih Tzu.
3. Air conditioners will help make the wool softer, making it easier to disentangle tangles. Use them after shampoo, and immediately comb the animal.
4. For the treatment of hairballs, it is not necessary to wash the dog; you can use a spray of mattes. In the composition of such funds are oils. Wool becomes greasy, so it is better to unravel.

To purchase care products you need in a veterinary pharmacy. Many of them are aimed at the wool of certain breeds of dogs, so read the information on the packages carefully. Prefer famous brands.

The device allows you to carefully cut off the strayed ball, without causing pain or discomfort to the dog. It is important to choose the correct cutter so that you can use it as conveniently as possible. Only in this way will the procedure be easy. There are several types of koltunorezov.

1. Vertical - comb with sharp blades, instead of teeth. The back side is rounded, secure. Some models are equipped with cutting teeth, which are hooked crocheted.
2. Horizontal or stripping - It looks like a puhoderka, but instead of the usual teeth, there are sharp, slightly curved blades.
3. Teardrop-shaped or specific - consists of 1 or 2 small rounded blades. Designed for use on hazardous areas - near the ears, on the feet, under the arms.

The number of blades is selected based on the thickness of the dog's undercoat. For owners of long hairs fit models with 12 sharp teeth. And also, depending on the type of wool, you should choose different lengths of the blades, which vary between 4-10 cm. Some cutters have wavy cutting elements, this increases the efficiency of the tool. The handle must be strong and ergonomic.

Using the tool is quite simple.

1. For long-haired dogs with large lumps suitable vertical koltunorez. With one hand, lock the live wool at the base of the mats. Pry the ball up with the bottom tool and gently separate it. All movements should be smooth, without jerks.
2. If the hair is semi-long, use a horizontal cutter cutter. Comb through the ball in several approaches with gentle movements. Gradually dissolve the koltun into pieces.
3. Handle small mats in delicate areas with a drop-shaped mahogany cutter. Act carefully, be sure to hold live hairs. If in this zone there is a painful and large lump, then it is more efficient to cut it off with sharp scissors. In order not to make bald patches, cut vertically in relation to the skin of the animal.

After applying the cutter with your fingers, separate the live hairs and the ball. The procedure is simple and fairly quick, the main thing - do not jerk so as not to hurt the dog. Comb the place where there was a lump so as to accurately separate all the hairs.

The comb is selected on the basis of the type of wool and needs. For high-quality care combine several tools. If the dog has long, flowing hair, then the first step is to use a massage brush. Shorthair pet brush with a soft bristle brush. For the processing of thick wool is used Pouderka, the working surface of which is made of metal.

All dog combs teeth are not sharp, but blunt, rounded.So you can not be afraid to scratch the skin of the animal. Manufacturers offer tools of different sizes. It’s worth choosing to comfortably comb even inaccessible areas. For medium-sized dogs, pouderki with a working surface of 6-7 cm are suitable, more models are relevant for large pets.

Combs combs are also called rakes. The tool for leaving very convenient and allows to process wool qualitatively. When choosing it is necessary to pay special attention to the length of the teeth. Their size is selected by the length of the wool. The device not only removes loose hair, but also cleans the dog's skin from old epithelium.

Comfortable and modern fixture is furminator. The work surface is made of stainless steel, and the plastic handle is rubberized to prevent slipping. The tool combines a comb with a small blade. During processing, most of the dead hairs are removed, and the live wool remains intact.

The big advantage of the feedminator is that it does not contact with the skin of the animal. It does not use a device for breeds without undercoat, because in this case it simply will not bring benefits. You can handle only dry wool. It is necessary to comb smoothly, on growth of hair.

Smooth-haired dog should be combed with brushes or special gloves made of silicone, rubber. Tools are suitable only for breeds that do not have undercoat and are used during shedding. Short dog hair is also well treated with a piece of natural suede fabric.

The procedure of combing can bring discomfort to the animal, if it is in a neglected state or not at all accustomed to care. To simplify the task of preventing mats help expert advice.

1. If the coat is long or of medium length, then begin treatment with the use of a comb with rare teeth. It is important to correctly guide the tool. Run the coat at a slight angle.
2. Particular attention should be paid to areas with soft wool. In most breeds it is a muzzle, ears, hind legs.
3. After combing it is necessary to re-treat the coat with a massage brush. Move from head to tail.
4. Plukherku should be used for dogs with an average coat length. If the hairs are very long, the instrument will bring discomfort.

How to comb ticks in dogs, see the following video.