How Should I Groom My Pom-Maltese?

Basic Skin and Coat Care

1). Brush shorter coats once a week and longer coats every other day. Brushing removes dirt, dead hair and pollen from the coat and skin as well as keeps the coat tangle and mat free.
2). Remove tangles and mats using a slicker brush for coats that resemble that of the Pomeranian breed. Brush against the grain on the soft, wooly undercoat and with the grain on the course outer coat. Blow-dry and brush in an upward direction.
3). Brush with and against the grain using a wire pin brush for coats that resemble the Maltese. Use a slicker brush to remove tangles and mats. Blow-dry and brush in a downward motion in the direction of the coat grain.
4). Bathe your Pom-Maltese using pet-safe shampoos when the coat becomes soiled or develops a doggy odor. Some owners opt to bath their dogs once every 10 days.
5). Use moisture-replenishing, pet-safe shampoos and conditioners. Human salon products cause dryness and irritation. Perfumed pet-shampoos can over-dry skin or cause an allergic reaction.

1). Wash the dog's eyes using a warm, moist washcloth to remove dust and pollens that cause tearing as often as necessary.
2). Clean the ears during extended grooming sessions with pet-safe, non-medicated ear washes, and trim your Pom-Maltese’s nails, including the dew claws, after bathing when the nails are soft with pet-safe nail trimmers.
3). Wipe off your dog's teeth weekly with a pet-safe toothpaste to rid the mouth of odor-causing bacteria.