how to brush a pug
how to brush a pug
Determine whether you have a single coated or double coated pug. Generally fawn pugs have a double coat and black pugs have a single coat. This will determine the proper grooming routine.
Double-coated pugs need additional maintenance for their undercoat while single-coated pugs will need more care for their skin. Using the correct brush for your pug’s coat type is going to make grooming your pug a lot easier and more pleasant for both of you. Keep this in mind when you are considering which type of brush to buy and what your routine will be brushing your pug.
Brushing should be an almost daily habit. If you don’t brush at least every three days, the amount of hair might drive you crazy.
It usually takes around 10 to 20 minutes of brushing to remove enough hair to make brushing effective to help prevent shedding . Some experts say to brush until you do not see hair on the brush, but if you have a pug that could take all day! All day brushing is not the easy way to brush a pug.
Brush your pug beginning with the head and neck area then the back and finally moving down to the hind legs.
Go slow and avoid raking the brush with too much force. If this is the initial brushing of your pug, you will notice a really large amount of hair, but brushing daily will lead to less and less as you begin to get the shedding under control.
Double coated (fawn) pugs need a brush that can gently loosen the undercoat.
It’s important to rake type brush through gently without focusing too much on a single area. You really have to pay close attention and be cautious with the amount of force you use to remove the hair. It is important to be patient. As you brush, you want to spare the skin from any trauma or damage that can cause irritation. Healthy skin means a healthy coat and happy pug.
Finishing with a soft bristle brush after brushing to de-shed can redistribute oils and give the coat a nice smooth look.
These brushes do not get down into the fur and instead only brush the surface of the coat. They provide a nice experience for your pug and can feel like you’re just petting your sweet little buddy. This is beneficial for double coated pugs as it helps the topcoat settle over the undercoat more comfortably and just makes them look even more handsome.
