Border Terrier Dog Grooming Instruction

Border Terrier Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Border 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 Border Terrier puppy or dog:

• Border Terrier Length of Coat: The length of coat on a Border Terrier is short and will therefore require minimal grooming
• Type of Coat: The type of coat for this breed is generally described as wiry
• Frequency & Time: Grooming a Border Terrier will require a little time once per week

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

• The Border Terrier has a short coat that is wiry. Their grooming requirements are very low. This breed should be clipped professionally two times per year, and combing through their coat on a weekly basis should suffice with maintaining the health of their coat.

• Brush through the puppy or dogs coat with a slicker brush
• Begin combing from the head of the dog following the growth of its hair
• This breed doesn't require bathing very often. Your dog or puppy should only be bathed as necessary. See below for bathing instructions.

Border Terrier 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. Border Terrier 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

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

Border Terrier Dog Grooming Instruction