Boerboel Dog Grooming Instruction

Boerboel Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Boerboel 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 Boerboel puppy or dog:

• Boerboel Length of Coat: The length of coat on a Boerboel is short and will therefore require very little grooming
• Type of Coat: The type of coat for this breed is generally described as dense & shiny
• Time: Grooming a Boerboel will require a small amount of time
• Frequency of Grooming: Weekly to fortnightly

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

• This breed of puppy and dog has short hair that is dense and shiny. It isn't the sort of hair that tends to tangle or knot, therefore, it shouldn't take too much time or effort to maintain the coat well and keep it looking healthy
• Groom your dog or puppy once per week, or fortnightly
• Use a pin brush and carefully comb through the hair beginning at the head of the dog
• Be careful when brushing around any delicate skin areas
• This process will help to remove any dead hair and keep the coat looking nice

Boerboel Dog Grooming Instruction - Bathing your Dog
Bathing your dog is very important for its health and hygiene. During bathing check your dog for lumps, bumps, parasites, fleas and skin irritations or allergies. Boerboel Bathing instruction is as follows:

• 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

Boerboel 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 Boerboel dog's nails can cause damage and pain. Written instruction is not enough as the risk of hurting your Boerboel 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

Boerboel Dog Grooming Instruction