Corded Coat

CORDED DOES NOT MEAN MATTED

When you think "Corded" picture dreadlocks in humans. The coat consists of long rope or mop-like strands where the top coat has entwined with the undercoat. Usually, the coat will cord up naturally once the dog is fully grown, although some breeds need some coaxing into place. A Corded coat is intentional and non-painful, whereas matting pulls on the dogs skin.

Breeds

Bergamasco

Havanese

Komondor

Poodle

Puli

Spanish water dog

Bichon frise

Note:

Doodles (mutt breed, coat type may vary)
- See "Curly/Wavy Coat type when booking

Recommended Grooming Practices

Do NOT Shave

No.

Brushing

Long-haired breeds require careful daily grooming, as they can easily develop tangles and a buildup of mats. Because of the level of grooming needed, pet parents of long-coated breeds often opt for “pet cuts,” where the long hair is tastefully bobbed for much easier maintenance.

Bathing

When bathing a corded coat, a heavily diluted, but gentle shampoo is highly recommended. Do NOT rub/scrub the coat, you must squeeze the product into the coat and repeat the process until the water runs clear.

You MUST thoroughly dry this coat due to the texture of the coat and the potential bacteria that will form inside the cords within a few days. First, you squeeze the water out of the cords, then use circulating air, usually in a crate to finish drying. Additional drying time means additional exposure to heat which means you should have fresh water available for the dog.

Frequency

3-4 weeks for the best results

6-8 weeks for regular grooming

9-12 weeks for minimum maintenance