Bedlington Terrier Dog Grooming Instruction

Bedlington Terrier Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Bedlington Terrier Puppies and Dogs just needs time, care and patience. The level of grooming and time spent on grooming will depend on the breed and size of the dog. The following chart provides a brief overview of the grooming requirements of a Bedlington Terrier puppy or dog:

• Bedlington Terrier Length of Coat: The length of coat on a Bedlington Terrier is med to long and will therefore require regular grooming most days
• Type of Coat: The type of coat for this breed is generally described as woolly
• Time and Frequency of Grooming: daily to every other day

Bedlington Terrier Dog Grooming Instruction - Brushing Hair and Coat
Most dog's hair and coats need some attention. The Bedlington Terrier dog grooming instruction for caring for your dog's hair or coat is as follows:

• This breed will require trimming by a professional groomer, however, you must aim to maintain its coat in between grooming times, by brushing it every day or every other day.
• This dog has fairly long curly, woolly hair that needs to be maintained
• Start from the head and gently comb the undercoat with a pin brush
• Use a slicker brush afterwards to remove mats and tangles
• The grooming process will require time and patience

Bedlington Terrier Dog Grooming Instruction - Bathing your Dog
Bathing your dog is very important for its health & hygiene. During bathing check your dog for lumps, parasites, fleas & skin irritations/allergies. Bedlington Terrier Bathing instruction

• Wash your dog or puppy when they are dirty or smell!
• Gather bathing equipment and place bathing tools and shampoo near to bathing area
• Place a mat and towel next to bath
• Check the water temperature of the bath - ensure that a minimal amount of water is used
• Gradually place the dog in the bath - be aware that this may frighten your pet
• Gently shampoo your pet - be careful of delicate areas such as eyes and ears
• Rinse shampoo and towel dry. Then brush the hair

Bedlington Terrier Dog Grooming Instruction - Trimming Nails
Some dogs do not need their nails trimmed as they are kept short by general activities. However, should your dog's nails become long then they should be trimmed. It is important to know exactly what you are doing, as cutting too deep into your Bedlington Terrier dog's nails can cause damage and pain. Written instruction is not enough as the risk of hurting your Bedlington Terrier is too high.

• Your vet can help initially by demonstrating how to trim your dog's nails and supervise your first attempt
• Spend some time touching your dog's paws and gently squeezing the area around the nails in order to familiarize them with this sensation
• Seek advice from your vet about the most appropriate nail clippers for your pet

Bedlington Terrier Dog Grooming Instruction