05/04/2026
Did you know that curly-coated dogs shed – just differently?
👉 Their hair doesn’t fall out on its own like other dogs.
👉 It stays in the coat and needs to be brushed out regularly.
When the coat isn’t properly maintained:
✔ hair tangles
✔ mats form
✔ the coat starts pulling on the skin
👉 This makes the skin more sensitive.
❗ That’s why when a matted coat is brushed or groomed,
even when done carefully, redness or minor surface skin irritation can occur.
👉 It’s not always caused by “brushing too hard.”
👉 Most often, it’s the result of matting and sensitive skin.
💡 It’s very important to understand:
✔ brushing must be done from the skin outward
✔ through the full length of the coat, not just the surface
👉 Surface brushing only creates a “nice top layer,”
while underneath the coat continues to mat.
🐾 Proper care helps prevent matting, protects the skin,
and ensures easier, safer grooming.
📩 If you’d like to learn how to brush your dog correctly – message me and I can offer one-to-one lessons.