Description of breeds of curly dogs and their content

Today, many breeds of dogs with curly hair are known and all of them are in great demand among connoisseurs of their indisputable beauty. An unusual coat requires special attention, in addition, pets need to be properly fed, daily hygienic procedures should be carried out, and education and training should not be neglected. Read about the popular varieties of curly dogs, the features of the content and the selection rules in our article.

Representatives of curly breeds of dogs look perky and cute, so they never go unnoticed during walks. Among the pets of this species, there are both large and medium-sized and small individuals. Therefore, before purchasing such a pet, you need to take into account the main characteristics of a particular breed, the history of its origin and the requirements for maintenance and care.

The curly-haired dog belongs to the decorative group and needs constant brushing to maintain the beauty of the curls. The fur is first washed with special emollients, then gently combed with a brush. Sometimes, to shape the curls, strands of wool are wound on papillotes.

It is difficult to say which breed of curly-haired dogs is the best, because each of them is beautiful and interesting in its own way. All curly-haired pets need the attention of the owner, these are not the dogs that will have fun and take care of themselves on their own.Before you get such a handsome man, you need to choose the right breed, taking into account the size and living conditions in the house.

Depending on the variety of the breed, you can purchase a small, medium or large pet. The same applies to the color: your choice is represented by almost all colors that exist in the "dog" world - white, red, chocolate, black, motley and others.

The progenitor of these small curly dogs was bred in the middle of the 14th century in France. Due to their miniature size, pets have earned immense popularity in the society of aristocrats; today, the Bichon Frize has become widespread throughout the world. The growth of representatives of this species does not exceed 30 cm, their fur reaches a length of 10 cm. Dogs are usually only white, with beige patches allowed. Such pets are demanding in their care, they need to be bathed and combed regularly, but if the owner plans to make the dog an exhibition career, then he will have to spend a lot on maintaining the beauty of the "curls".

Its charming curly ears are reminiscent of the wigs that were popular in the Middle Ages. The breed was bred at the beginning of the 19th century in Great Britain, and its representatives are considered excellent hunters. Curly cuties are distinguished by a friendly character, energy, have an excellent sense of smell and eyesightbesides this, the dogs have well-developed muscles and an ideal physique. The growth of individuals does not exceed 40 cm, the coat is of medium length and can be black, red and black-blue. These pets need daily hair washing and occasional haircuts.

Today it is the most common species among the curly ornamental breeds. Poodles are distinguished not only by their original appearance, but also by their intelligence. For the first time the breed was bred in France, at the moment there are varieties with corded and curly hair. As for the color, it can be different from red (apricot), brown, black and ending with red, silver and white. There are four growth varieties of poodles: large (standard) with a height of up to 60 cm, small (up to 45 cm), dwarf (miniature) - its height does not exceed 35 cm, as well as a toy poodle (up to 28 cm). These pets are considered the most obedient, they quickly lend themselves to training and training.

It is the largest curly dog, the breed of which was bred in the 50s in the USSR. Such beauties have an average height not exceeding 80 cm, they are unpretentious to the conditions of detention and quickly learn. Pets of this breed require constant attention from the owner, so they will not sit on a chain. Animals have beautiful black fur, which is thick and silky. In caring for such dogs, the main thing is to pay more attention to their appearance and constantly groom them.

Curly dogs are represented by many breeds, so before buying a puppy you need to decide what it will be needed for. If you need a friend for the family, then it is best to give preference to those dog breeds that calmly react to children and are friendly to people and other animals. Besides, the pet should be mobile and like to spend time actively... To guard the house, it is advisable to purchase large animals that are easy to train.

Since purebred puppies are expensive, many people choose to buy purebred dogs, but there are some risks involved.

• Until that time, until the baby grows up, it is difficult to foresee its external data and dimensions. Mixing several breeds can result in unpredictable results.
• It is impossible to predict the habits and behavior of outbred pets. In addition, a puppy taken from the street will have to be immediately shown to the veterinarian and all vaccinations given to him, protecting himself and other animals from possible diseases.

Despite all these negative moments, mongrels differ from thoroughbred relatives in good health and become loyal to their owners from the first minute of communication. Regardless of whether a purebred puppy or a mongrel will be purchased, it is also important to determine its gender. Males and females differ among themselves not only in appearance, but also in character. So, the features of males include:

• have a powerful physique and well-developed muscles, so they look larger than girls;
• have a strong nervous system, which makes them more resilient bitches;
• due to physiological characteristics, males are able to work all year round, while females are less efficient during estrus.

As for the shortcomings of males, they are more aggressive and show a dominant character in relation to their owner. If they are not trained and trained, then such pets will become uncontrollable. In addition, boys are less attached to their master than girls. They have a need for personal territory, walks with males take a lot of time, they can behave uncontrollably in the presence of trendy bitches.

The pluses of bitches include:

• compact size: compared to males, they look squat and smaller;
• girls are more attached to home and owner;
• docile, gentle character, good learning ability, obedience;
• high intelligence and emotionality.

Despite the above positive features of bitches, they also have disadvantages: low endurance during estrus, which occurs several times a year, girls become less obedient and efficient. In addition, as a result of accidental mating, the bitch can unplanned pregnancy and bring unwanted puppies into the house. When buying a girl, the main problem in the future will be the choice of a purebred dog, because in order to get extra-class puppies, purebredness of both parents is needed.

The place of purchase also plays a huge role in choosing a puppy. You can buy a mongrel baby "for a penny" at a flea market, in a shelter where puppies are sent from the street, or just pick it up. In this case, you should pay attention to the conditions in which the puppy was. This will help him quickly select a diet and regimen in order to speed up the adaptation period.

Pedigree representatives of the breed are usually sold in special nurseries, where they are raised by experienced breeders. Such babies fully comply with all breed standards, but are expensive. When buying a puppy in kennels, you can be sure that the dog is vaccinated for its age and healthy. They must have a pedigree and a passport.

When buying a puppy of one of the curly breeds, experts recommend paying additional attention to the following points.

• The prospective owner should ask the breeder how many puppies there are in the litter.To obtain healthy and strong offspring from a bitch, there should be no more than seven babies in the litter. In this amount, puppies fully develop and receive the right amount of milk. If there are more babies, then they may grow more slowly and be delayed in development. In this case, even feeding the crumbs with artificial nutrition will not help, since they will be deprived of the nutrients that are in the mother's milk.
• A small number of puppies in one litter is also considered a bad indicator. If the bitch has only one or two babies, then this means that the rest were born dead or died after birth due to some kind of illness. In this case, it is necessary to clarify all the details with the seller, and if there are doubts, then it is better to be from the purchase.
• Choosing even the largest and most active baby, it is necessary to examine his sisters and brothers. They should not have any physical disabilities and deviations.

Curly-haired dogs are usually kept in an apartment or house, and they need to provide free walking in the fresh air. This will help improve your pet's health. Therefore, it is desirable for the owner to have a personal plot or the opportunity to often walk the dog in the park. If there are no such conditions, then it is recommended to purchase dwarf breeds that quickly become accustomed to the tray. But this does not mean that the dog does not have to be walked. Typically, pets require two walks per day for at least an hour.

Since representatives of this type of dog have a beautiful and unusual coat, they should be combed daily, this even applies to sheared pets. You need to bathe animals with a special shampoo, water procedures are performed 1-2 times a month. At least once a week, an examination of the genital area should be carried out and if damage is found, immediately contact a veterinarian. As for the claws, they are sheared as needed. The ears and eyes of the animal must be periodically wiped with a cotton swab, while for the eyes it is moistened in a solution of calendula, and for the ears - with antiseptics.

Despite the fact that curly-haired dogs are in good health, they can sometimes show allergic reactions to food, especially for ready-made mixtures. In this case, pets need to be fed with natural food, it should be varied, fresh and balanced. The owner should constantly monitor the presence of clean boiled water in the drinking bowl (with a volume of at least 500 ml). It needs to be changed several times a day.

Half of your dog's diet should be low-fat meats. The meat is pre-scalded, for aged pets - boil. In addition, the menu should include oatmeal, rice and buckwheat porridge, cooked in water and seasoned with vegetable oil. It is recommended to give the pet a lean fish twice a week (only in boiled form).

Curly dogs can be treated with fruit (not very sweet). If the pet tolerates fermented milk products, then fermented baked milk, kefir and cottage cheese are added to the menu (no more than 2 times a week).

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