No matter the style, your dog’s coat can say a lot about their health. A happy, healthy dog should have a beautiful, glossy coat and good nutrition. Regular grooming and parasite prevention can go a long way when it comes to keeping them healthy. But some breeds just naturally have “to die for coats” that are just a bit fancier than the rest. The following are 10 breeds who have locks we are envious about.
And, if your dog’s coat is lackluster, try these tips from Denise Petryk, DVM, an on-staff veterinarian at Trupanion, to monitor and care for your pet’s coat.
- Groom your pet regularly. It’s a great way to bond with your pet and keep an eye on the state of their coat. A bath can reduce dander and itching and regular brushing can help reduce excess hair and bond with your pup.
- Feed a balanced diet.
- Stay on top of parasite prevention to keep pesky fleas and ticks at bay.
- Watch for balding or excessive shedding. Bald spots, hair loss, or areas of thin or missing hair can mean a number of things and can be so difficult to diagnose. Some of the main causes include hormonal imbalance, stress, parasites or allergies to food and flea bites. If you discover that your pet has a lackluster coat, thinning hair, bald patches or is suffering from any form of skin irritation, it’s important to talk to your veterinarian and try to identify the underlying cause.
For more information on these breeds and more visit Trupanion’s online Dog Breed Guide.
#1 – Afghan Hound
Soft silky strands, coming in 9 colors and 5 patterns? What more could a girl ask for!? Not to mention the beach waves that are all the rage right now.
#2 – Bichon Frise
Do you know how much money people used to spend to get a perm like this dog has naturally? Do you know how many people still pay a huge chunk of change to look this good? This style never goes out of style, lucky dog!
#3 – Chinese Crested
Who wouldn’t be jealous of this rocker look?! Now to mention the soft, cottony feel of the Powderpuff variety. Either way, their hairstyle makes a statement and we love it.
#4 – Chow-Chow
Talk about volume! This dog never has to worry about “flat hair”! And coming in such rich blondes, red, and ink-black, one can’t help but resent this dog for his glorious mane.
#5 – Collie
The collie’s long locks are everything any girl could ask for. Plus it’s straight, soft and thick – no hair extensions or keratin treatments here!
#6 – Irish Setter
Who doesn’t love an Irish redhead!? This breed has that sultry dark red hair girls spend hundreds of dollars trying to have, just for it to fade in a few weeks. But these all-natural locks won’t fade – it’s okay to be jealous.
#7 – Papillion
The adorable Papillion has silky strands of multicolored cuteness that anyone would be jealous about. Not to mention how it will accent the dog’s amazing features, including his ears. Do you wish your hair accented your features so well?
#8 – Pomeranian
Like the Chow, the Pom has full thick hair that we would all die to have. No hair plugs or Rogaine here – it’s all-natural.
#9 – Poodle
The “Poodle Perm” used to be a thing. An actual thing that women got! And while it’s toned down a bit, women are still nuts for curls like what this dog’s born with.
#10 – Puli
Dreads anyone?! This dog’s got S-T-Y-L-E! And while there is some work involved in creating and maintain these locks, it’s the dog’s naturally long, thick and strong hair that makes the dreads possible. I think we would all die to have hair that healthy.
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