Grooming Your Coton

Cotons have a very thick coton like coat.  This breed does require grooming.  The coat is hair not fur.  It will not shed and they are considered to be a hypoallergenic breed.

You should start taking your puppy to the groomer at about 12 weeks of age.  Get them use to being on the grooming table.  

Do not over bath your puppy. Once every two weeks should be enough.  Use a tearless shampoo and a pin brush.  I like the fresh and clean brand of shampoos.  

You may leave the coat long which will require daily brushing or keep the dog in a puppy cut. A puppy cut is easier to care for. When to cut the hair is totally up to you.