Proper grooming of dogs of different breeds

In the maintenance of the dog an important place is taken by grooming. During molting, it is updated, therefore, in such a period, the dog is thoroughly and correctly combed out. But this does not mean that the rest of the time nothing needs to be done. The frequency and technique of the procedure depend on the type and length of the coat.

Care for short (smooth) hair

Dogs, Dalmatians, short-haired terriers (Toy, pit bulls), Dobermans, etc. are practically deprived of undercoat, so they freeze in winter. Therefore, in addition to regular combing when they go out, they are insulated with clothing.

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Dogs are combed once every 7 days, and during strong molting - every day. Do this in the direction of growth of the outer hair. The tool is selected individually. Non-solid massage brushes with short or medium-long teeth are usually a good fit.

In addition, it is convenient to use a special scraper, it helps to quickly get rid of dying hairs. After these manipulations, the body is wiped with a damp cloth to remove dead cells of the upper layer of the skin.

In the same way, they look after a coat of medium length and all smooth-haired dogs that have a dense undercoat (for example, Labradors). However, during moulting, it is better to use a brush with longer, but rather soft, metal teeth for combing. In the most problematic places you can just pinch your fingers. Usually whole shreds form on the neck, under the armpits, on the hind legs (especially on the thighs) and the tail.

Longhair dog care

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A long coat (as, for example, in a collie, sheltie, setter, spaniel, some shepherds, a golden retriever) requires more painstaking care so that no tangles appear. First of all, this applies to the most furry places: tail, ears (in some breeds) and paws.

To do this, you will need a slicker, a soft massage brush and an iron comb with long teeth located in one row. Four-legged friends are combed 2-3 times a week, and during molting - daily. Moreover, for areas with the longest hairs, it is a metal comb or a rare comb that is used.

Long-haired pets are combed very carefully and slowly so as not to provoke creases. Movement - in the direction of hair growth.

If there are hairs on the paws between the pads, they are trimmed. This is especially true in frosty winters when an iceball freezes on the limbs of pets.

How to care for a wire-haired dog

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Scotch terrier, drathaar, airedale, schnauzer, wire-haired dachshunds, jack Russell terriers, fox terriers and others are to the liking of the owners who do not like to clean the house often. In coarse-haired breeds, the outer hair does not fall out, although it has a certain maturation cycle, therefore such a dog is taken to the salon for trimming.

Using a special tool, the master plucks dead areas. So be prepared for additional financial costs for the groomer.

In addition, the beard, bangs and lower part of the legs are combed 2-3 times a week with a comb with frequent teeth. The strands falling into the eyes are trimmed as they grow or are collected in a ponytail or pigtail. And periodically, hairs knocking out between the paw pads are cut out periodically.

Care for hair similar to human hair

Yorkshire and Bedlington terriers have a very soft and almost non-shed "hairstyle" without undercoat, so people often say that these pets have human hair. In fact, this is also wool, only a slightly different structure.

It grows continuously and almost does not fall out, so you need to cut it (you can do it yourself, but it is better to use the services of a professional groomer) and daily comb with a rare comb or brush. If the hairs interfere with vision, they are collected in a ponytail or bundle.

Application of the furminator

This new zoo industry is gaining more and more popularity. A special comb that looks like a rake with sharpened teeth, perfectly removes dead hair. True, the original tool is not cheap, and it is better not to use a Chinese counterfeit, since with a poor quality furminator you risk injuring the skin of the animal.

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There are furminators for different types of coat. They differ in the size of the working surface and the length of the teeth.

How often and how to wash a dog

They wash any dog ​​with a special zoo shampoo. Pets that are kept on the street are bathed less often - 2-4 times a year. And they wash their pets as they become soiled.

If you allow your pet to climb on the bed, it is best to do this once a month. If he spends very little time on the street and always carefully walks around puddles and dirt, then a thorough bath with shampoo is arranged once every 2-3 months. However, washing the paws is mandatory after every walk at any time of the year.

Accustomed to nursing procedures

Many representatives of the canine family are calmly combing, some even like it. Firstly, the animal is pleased that the owner takes care of him, and secondly, the dog enjoys skin massage.

However, it is very important not to scare or injure the four-legged friend during the first procedure, otherwise he will have negative impressions in his memory for a long time. Then it’s hard to fix the situation.

Your main task is to demonstrate only the best sides of combing. At first, while washing, they feed the pet a treat at the moment when he behaves calmly and does not run away to hide at the sight of a brush. In addition, he is praised for his correct behavior with his voice.

Thanks to this, positive associations with this occupation will soon arise. Then the care procedures will not seem like a punishment. Comb your tailed friend regularly, carefully and without haste - and he will be grateful for your care.


Людмила Богданова    18 December 2018 - 14:02

Ох уж этот уход!!

У меня шпицы, и многие покупатели тупо забивают на причесывание шерсти, вычесывание...в общем на уход и удивляются..

А что это у нас с собакой такое? На картинке они выглядят не так!!!

20 February 2019 - 09:40

Кто мне в салон приводят даже жесткошерстную собаку на стрижку) Это кто как относится к своим псам..За всеми ухаживать надо, когти подстрич или шерсть на под подушками лапок.

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