Puli grooming: brushing, bathing and shedding
A practical grooming routine for the Puli: coat care, baths, nails and ears.
Cord care is a routine rather than a single job. Separate new mats every week or two, pull apart any cords that begin to join at the base, and trim the hair around the paws, eyes and rear for hygiene. Many owners of pet Pulik keep the cords shorter, perhaps 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 in), which cuts bathing and drying time considerably. Others brush the coat out or keep it clipped, which is perfectly acceptable for a companion dog.
Baths are a major event. Soak the cords thoroughly with diluted shampoo, squeeze rather than scrub, rinse until the water runs clear, then press out as much water as possible with towels before drying with a strong blower. A full-length coat can take 24 to 48 hours to dry fully, and cords left damp can mildew. Check ears weekly, since cords reduce airflow, and keep nails short.
Puli grooming in numbers
This is an illustrative schedule based on our editorial grooming score, not a breed-specific care protocol. Coat condition, skin problems and professional advice may call for a different routine.
| Task | Planning example |
|---|---|
| Brushing | Daily |
| Bathing | Every 3 to 6 weeks |
| Shedding | Minimal |
| Nail trim | Every 3 to 4 weeks |
| Ear check | Weekly |
| Teeth | Daily brushing; introduce gently and ask your vet if the mouth seems painful |
Coat
A dense double coat whose soft undercoat and wavy outer hair naturally tangle into long cords that must be separated by hand.
Grooming needs
Shedding
Drooling