My puppy has mats. Should I cut his hair or will he get cold?

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So My puppy likes to roll around in things outside and he hates to be brushed. So I wanted to get him a haircut but I’m afraid he’ll get too cold if I give him a haircut. So I know this is a weird question but what would be better for him healthwise, for me let him keep his longer scruffy hair or would it be OK for me to give him a haircut. Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | neutered | 11 months and 5 days old | 5.5 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

If he develops mats in his fur because he won't tolerate brushing I think it would be better to give him a shorter haircut and use a sweater to keep him warm. The skin beneath matted fur can become infected. If he does not have any mats it's fine to keep his coat a little longer.

My puppy has mats. Should I cut his hair or will he get cold?

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