Top 10 Dog Grooming Tips: Safe Haircutting for Pups!
After a dog has been shaved and is then exposed to intense sunlight, it can lead to the formation of dark spots on its belly. This is often due to the dog having experienced skin issues, where damaged hair follicles cause a buildup of melanin, resulting in visible dark spots. As dogs age, the skin's melanin can also accumulate, leading to the appearance of these dark spots.
In the heat of summer, simply trimming a dog's fur or shaving it completely does little to help cool them down. Dogs do not have sweat glands; they rely on their tongues for cooling. Even with their fur cut short, they may not feel any cooler.
If the dog's fur is shaved too short, without the protection of the hair, the skin is left directly exposed to the sun's harmful UV rays. This increases the risk of skin damage. Additionally, dogs often lie on the ground, making their bare skin susceptible to fungal infections, skin diseases, and bites from insects, which can raise the chances of the dog developing skin issues and catching a cold. For instance, breeds like the Husky and Samoyed, which are native to cold climates, have fur that helps regulate temperature and do not require trimming. Breeds such as the Maltese, Poodle, Bichon Frise, and Pekinese naturally shed during warmer months, so trimming is common, but it's still advisable to leave at least 2 centimeters of fur. It's also important to avoid trimming the hair on a dog's head, tail, and underneath the belly, as these areas should not be shaved at all.
