Dreadlocks are a fun hairstyle and are sure to grab attention, but what happens when they occur naturally? Traditionally, you have to go to a stylist or learn how to give a haircut if you want your dog to have one. However, a few dogs don’t play by such rules and have naturally occurring hairstyles…
A coat similar to a mop will surely make a dog unique, but that isn’t the case here. The Komondor and the Puli are two dog breeds that share striking similarities, especially when dealing with their coats. It can get somewhat confusing when trying to get one of these cute dogs for your home, especially…
Puli dogs don’t drink unless there is some external factor at work. Though they may look hairy and are expected to smell bad by all logic, they smell nice. Other external factors can influence whether a Puli will stink, but they naturally won’t. Concerning dogs and how they smell, Pulis is on the nice side….
The dreadlocks on a Puli aren’t just for looks; they are used in protecting the Puli from wolves’ bites since the wolves bite and find it difficult to penetrate through the corded furs. Also, the corded furs help to keep the dog warm in the mountains with extreme weather conditions. Puli are loyal dogs, they…
Bernese mountain dogs do have fur in place of hair. This breed of dog was a multipurpose dog, groomed to protect farmlands, herd cattle and even transport milk carts to the local dairy. The Bernese mountain dog, also known as Berner, was originally called Durrbachler, which was named after an inn where these dogs were…
Poodles have hair, something that isn’t typically associated with dogs. A handful of dogs have hair instead of fur, with poodles being one of the few. Their characteristic appearance is responsible for most of their renown, and it isn’t something you can get with fur. Fur and hair are largely different, and each has different…
A golden retriever is full-grown in about twenty-four months (2 years). Most goldies attain their full height in approximately twelve months. However, it takes another six to twelve months for their growth plates to finally close, and if they have no health complications, they’ll continue to develop over that period. Even when they’ve attained their…
Golden retrievers, just like other canine species, have a very strong bite force. When they bite with full force, they can crush even the strongest of bones. The loving, playful, and affectionate nature of a golden retriever will make you feel it doesn’t have a strong bite force. But, trust me, that’s a very false…
Yes, you can shave your golden retriever. However, you should never consider doing it unless it’s recommended by a vet (which, of course, would be for health reasons). The soft, silky fur of a golden retriever is part of what makes it one of the most adored dog species. And their playful, loving, and caring…
Golden retrievers have an abundance of fur, not hair, even though it bears the appearance of hair. One of the major differences between hair and fur is that hair only has one layer or coat. On the other hand, the fur has two layers, as is evident in a golden retriever. The outer layer and…