Baxter's hair is soft, almost oily- it looks crazy wild. Mike usually "styles" it in a mohawk. It collects a little bit of everything he passes! Bits and pieces of outdoors, food, fabric fuzz- he's a walking forensic evidence collector for each day. He absolutely must have a bath every week.
He was due for his Sunday bath the night he hurt his leg, but didn't get one because I knew he wasn't feeling good so he's way overdue for one. We've tried washing just his face to keep his beard clean, but he really needs a full blown bath right now. He's never smelly, just dirty.
Our other two dogs can go weeks upon weeks without a bath and still look and smell fresh. We were spolied at how easy their smooth coats were to maintain. But Baxter is a good sport about all the baths- treats help the process move along.

I hope it's not wrong to say this, but I'm really enjoying this site. I'm so glad I found this place!!!