Double Coat Care 

Double coat: why should it not be "simplified"? 

A double coat is not accidental. 

It is not "excess hair" that can be shortened or removed simply because it seems more convenient or visually pleasing to a human. 

It is a vital system created by nature so that a dog can: 

• adapt to climate, 
• regulate body temperature, 
• move in various conditions, 
• be protected from environmental impact. 

This system existed even before breeds – it came from wolves. 

Humans changed the exterior, but the biological essence remained the same. 

 

How does a double coat work? 

A double coat consists of two layers: 

1️⃣ Protective top coat 

2️⃣ Undercoat 

They do not exist separately – only together. 

If one layer is destroyed or ignored, the entire system stops functioning as it should. 

 

Top coat 

• Protects against sun, rain and wind 
• Repels moisture 
• Protects from friction 
• Keeps the undercoat in proper structure 

 

Undercoat 

The undercoat is not "warmth." 

It is the holder of the air layer. 

It is the air between the hairs that allows the body to regulate temperature. 

👉 A double coat does not directly warm or cool. 

It regulates. 

 

Why must a double coat shed? 

A double coat is alive and constantly changing. 

The undercoat must: 

• fall out when it is no longer needed, 
• regrow when it is needed. 

This is a normal biological process. 

However, shedding occurs only when the body has sufficient resources. 

If there is a lack of: 

• proteins, 
• fatty acids, 
• minerals, 
• trace elements, 

the undercoat does not have the "strength" to fall out. 

 

What happens when shedding is disrupted? 

The undercoat remains in the skin, accumulates and mats. 

Then: 

• the skin overheats, 
• moisture accumulates, 
• odor appears, 
• itching begins, 
• inflammation develops. 

This is not a "bad coat." 

It is a signal that the system is no longer fully functioning. 

 

Why is shaving a double coat a mistake? 

Short shaving does not solve the problem. 

It only disrupts the system. 

When the protective top coat is removed: 

• the undercoat is left without protection, 
• moisture and heat accumulate, 
• the coat takes a long time to dry, 
• the skin becomes vulnerable. 

Another problem – the top coat often does not regrow as it was before. 

It may become: 

• soft, 
• weak, 
• pigment-loss prone, 
• without structure. 

The dog loses the natural protection it had since birth. 

 

Not all double coats are the same 

Wolf-type breeds 

• Samoyeds 
• Huskies 
• Alaskan Malamutes 

Their coat system is very stable. 

The human task – help remove dead undercoat during shedding. 

 

Decorative double-coated breeds 

• Pomeranians 
• Spitz breeds 

Their undercoat is: 

• denser, 
• finer, 
• often does not fall out on its own. 

These dogs require: 

✔ regular bathing 

✔ professional drying 

✔ undercoat control 

✔ balanced nutrition 

Not shaving. 

 

What does correct double coat care look like? 

The main rule is simple: 

👉 We do not have the right to simplify what nature created as complex. 

A double coat must be: 

• clean down to the skin, 
• free of excess undercoat, 
• light and breathable, 
• not overloaded with inappropriate cosmetics. 

Only then does it perform its function. 

 

Chain reaction: when the system is damaged 

When a person begins shortening or dismantling natural structure, damage rarely stops at aesthetics. 

Over time, there may appear: 

• heavy shedding, 
• non-regrowing areas, 
• alopecia, 
• bald zones, 
• sensitive or inflamed skin. 

This is especially visible in decorative breeds such as Pomeranians. 

It must be clearly stated: 

It is impossible to change a breed’s coat type. 

You can change appearance. 

You cannot change biology. 

 

Is it possible to restore a damaged coat? 

Yes – in most cases, it is possible. 

If: 

• you stop in time, 
• you stop disrupting the system, 
• you begin working consistently, 
• you understand coat biology. 

Restoration is not a fast process. 

It is a path requiring time, discipline and correct decisions. 

But it is real. 

 

Main message for the owner 

A dog’s comfort does not depend on how short its coat is. 

Comfort depends on whether its care system functions properly. 

When we begin to see the coat not as a beauty detail but as a living part of the organism, decisions change. 

And they protect not only appearance, but the dog itself. 

 

TAURO PRO LINE cosmetics for double coat dogs 

Daily / regular care 

Goal – clean skin, light breathable coat and properly functioning undercoat. 

🔹 STEP 1 – Deep skin cleansing 

Tauro Pro Line Derma Care Amber Scrub Shampoo 

Function: Deep cleansing 

Purpose: 

• Removes excess oil 
• Cleans impurities down to the skin 
• Detoxifies 
• Prepares coat for further care 

👉 Especially important for double coats to keep skin clean and breathable. 

 

🔹 STEP 2 – Hydration 

Tauro Pro Line Ultra Natural Care Intense Hydrate Shampoo 

Function: Gentle cleansing + hydration 

Purpose: 

• Restores moisture balance 
• Softens coat 
• Protects from dryness 

 

🔹 STEP 3 – Deep moisture and elasticity 

Tauro Pro Line Ultra Natural Care Intense Hydrate Mask 

Function: Nourishment + elasticity 

Purpose: 

• Nourishes hair 
• Improves structure 
• Helps maintain light, fluffy coat 

 

🔹 STEP 4 – Regeneration 

Tauro Pro Line Pure Nature Repairing Elixir No. 2 

Function: Restoration 

Purpose: 

• Strengthens hair structure 
• Protects from breakage 
• Improves overall coat quality 

 

🏆 TAURO PRO LINE routine before shows 

Goal – clean, voluminous, structurally defined coat. 

🔹 STEP 1 – Skin exfoliation 

Tauro Pro Line Ultra Natural Care Gentle Scrub Shampoo 

Function: Gentle exfoliation 

Purpose: 

• Removes dead cells 
• Cleans skin 
• Prepares coat for volume 

 

🔹 STEP 2 – Volume 

Tauro Pro Line Ultra Natural Care Volume Boost Shampoo 

Function: Fluffiness 

Purpose: 

• Lifts coat from roots 
• Provides firmness 
• Enhances shape 

 

🔹 STEP 3 – Nourishment + structure 

Tauro Pro Line Ultra Natural Care Volume Boost Mask 

Function: Volume + strengthening 

Purpose: 

• Enhances volume 
• Smooths 
• Maintains coat structure 

👉 Important: double coat must not be weighed down. 

 

🗓 Care between shows 

Goal – restore, nourish and stabilize coat condition. 

🔹 STEP 1 – Gentle cleansing 

Tauro Pro Line Ultra Natural Care Gentle Scrub Shampoo 

Function: Cleanliness maintenance 

Purpose: 

• Maintains skin balance 
• Prevents undercoat accumulation 

 

🔹 STEP 2 – Nourishment and restoration 

Tauro Pro Line Ultra Natural Care Repair & Nourish Shampoo 

Function: Structure restoration 

Purpose: 

• Nourishes damaged coat 
• Improves elasticity 

 

🔹 STEP 3 – Deep regeneration 

Tauro Pro Line Ultra Natural Care Repair & Nourish Mask 

Function: Intensive nourishment 

Purpose: 

• Strengthens 
• Improves coat density 
• Restores after stress 

 

🔹 STEP 4 – Restoration 

Tauro Pro Line Pure Nature Repairing Elixir No. 2 

Function: Structure protection 

Purpose: 

• Protects from breakage 
• Stabilizes hair surface 

 

🔹 STEP 5 – Light protection 

Tauro Pro Line Pure Nature Magic Coat Oil 

Function: Shine + protection 

Purpose: 

• Provides natural shine 
• Does not weigh down coat 
• Protects from environmental impact 

 

🌿 Shedding and regrowth period 

This is the most important stage for double coat types. 

Goal – help the body remove old undercoat and stimulate healthy regrowth. 

🔹 STEP 1 – Intensive skin cleansing 

Tauro Pro Line Derma Care Amber Scrub Shampoo 

Function: Deep cleansing 

Purpose: 

• Cleans pores 
• Removes old undercoat 
• Prepares skin for growth 

 

🔹 STEP 2 – Growth stimulation 

Tauro Pro Line Derma Care Coat Growth Recovery Shampoo 

Function: Coat growth activation 

Purpose: 

• Stimulates follicle activity 
• Supports new coat growth 

 

🔹 STEP 3 – Restorative conditioning 

Tauro Pro Line Derma Care Coat Growth Recovery Conditioner 

Function: New coat nourishment 

Purpose: 

• Strengthens growing hair 
• Improves elasticity 
• Protects from breakage 

 

📌 Essential logic for double coat 

✔ Skin must be clean down to the skin 

✔ Undercoat – controlled 

✔ Coat – light and breathable 

✔ No excessive weighing down 

The double coat system must be maintained, not changed.