Chinese Crested Hairless Skin Question?

I bought a chinese crested a few days ago and he has pimples on his skin and his skin in very rough feeling but not dry and he also has trace curly hairs on his back. and also has hairs on his muzzle. Do i trim the hair down or is there a special somthing i can do to get rid of the unwanted hair in those areas and what can i do about the pimples and roughness on his skin
Chinese Crested Hairless Skin Question?
Congratulations on you choice. We have 3 wonderful little hairless boys. They are so lovable, smart and entertaining. There is not a day that goes by that they don't leave us in stitches. One of mine had blackheads and pimples at about 4 months of age but when he went thru adolescence only a few here and there. I use Oil-Free Acne Wash by Neutrogena and a small buff puff when bathing them once a week. I use a tear free shampoo on the face, head, tail and paws. After I dry them and comb their hair I use a cocoa butter lotion. Prior to bathing I use the small Peanut razor which can be purchased at Pet Smart, Pet Co, or perhaps even Walmart. This helps break open the heads of the pimples, and the buff puff gets the blackheads out. I was scared to do my first grooming but even if you shave off hair that you didn't want to, remember it will grow back. We have found that it is easier to do this after they have run around outside and played for a while or take them for a walk so they can get rid of any excess energy and cooperate. They get treats between stages as well. If the pimple problem gets any worse your vet will put him on a low does of antibiotics to prevent any infections. If you bought him from a breeder they should be able to answer any of your questions as well. Good luck, don't be afraid and enjoy that precious little boy of yours!
Chinese Crested Hairless Skin Question?
go to the veterinarian. they can answer your skin questions. a groomer could trim the hairs if you don't want to do it yourself.
Reply:Chinese crested take a lot of extra skin care. Your dog may need skin lotion. They are very sensitive to sunlight and may burn. Don't trim its hair!





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Reply:i know that you can use baby oil to soften the skin just use a little ever day and when you bath him use a oatmeal or other soothing shampoo....i work at a kennel and we have one that comes in and we shave off the trace hair on his back and face...their face can grow a fair amount of hair like the legs....in the summer use baby sunscreen and winter use a coat they are sensitive b/c of the lack of body hair but shaving thr 12 hairs won't matter...they can not live as an outside dog so if you protect him he will be fine....
Reply:You shouldnt cut any of his hair. And it sounds like he needs to get to a vet. He needs skin conditionar
Reply:We had one at the shelter I worked at and his back was all rought and lumpy, the vet said the poor guy got sunburnt! Sounds like he needs a visit with the vet and a groomer(they'll know what to do with the hair issue)
Reply:They have special skin requirements so I would recommend buying a book specifically on the breed for notes on coat care...the AKC website also has info on specific breeds and coat requirements.


I would take him to the vet for the pimples and make sure he doesn't have canine acne (could be stress from a new home) and they can give you good prevention information and more info on coat maintenance or diet needs.
Reply:Some people use Phisoderm to clean there skin. If you put oils on him he will probably get more pimples. His skin may be rough because of blackheads. A little sunbathing can really help clear up the skin, just make sure he isn't out to long or he will burn.





You can buzz or snip the stray hairs if they bother you. I would certainly shave his face, most people do. You can use a little trimmer like a peanut trimmer. Just take your time and be careful.