Tibetan Terrier

Brushing Routine

Brush daily or every other day with a pin brush and wide-toothed comb. Their long, profuse double coat falls naturally and mats easily if not maintained. Use a detangling spray before brushing and work from the ends up to the roots. Part the coat and brush in sections to reach the dense undercoat.

Bathing Tips

Bathe every 2-3 weeks with a moisturizing shampoo and deep conditioner designed for long coats. Their coat texture benefits from a cream rinse that provides slip for detangling. Always detangle completely before bathing -- water tightens existing mats into felt-like knots.

Common Issues

• Severe matting if daily brushing is missed even briefly
• Eye irritation from hair falling into eyes
• Debris, twigs, and burrs trapped in the long coat
• Ear infections from heavy ear hair restricting airflow
• Interdigital mats between the large, flat paw pads

Extend Your Grooming Results

Use a leave-in conditioner spray daily to maintain coat slip and prevent matting. Keep the hair above the eyes trimmed or banded to prevent irritation. Check between the toes daily for mats and debris -- their large, flat snowshoe-like feet are mat magnets. A weekly deep conditioning treatment keeps the coat manageable.

Seasonal Care

Moderate shedding trapped within the coat (meaning mats, not furniture fur). Houston heat may warrant a puppy clip for comfort -- discuss with your groomer. The full coat provides some sun protection but can be uncomfortable in extreme humidity. Many owners opt for a shorter trim in summer months.

Maintenance Schedule

Brush daily or every other day, full comb-through twice weekly, paw pad check daily, eye area trim as needed, ear cleaning weekly, nail trim every 3-4 weeks. Professional groom every 4-6 weeks.