Finnish Spitz Dog Grooming Instruction

Finnish Spitz Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Finnish Spitz Puppies & Dogs just needs time, care & 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 Finnish Spitz puppy or dog:

• Finnish Spitz Length of Coat: The length of coat on a Finnish Spitz is long and will therefore require regular grooming
• Type of Coat: The type of coat for this breed is generally described as harsh
• Time: Grooming a Finnish Spitz will require approximately 30 minutes
• Frequency of Grooming: The Finnish Spitz should be groomed twice per week

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

• The Finnish Spitz is double coated. The undercoat is soft and the outer-coat is long, straight and harsh. This breed of puppy and dog should be groomed twice per week on a regular basis and daily during periods of shedding; this breed sheds heavily twice per year
• Brush or comb your dog or puppy beginning at the head
• Gently work the brush or comb through the hair working your way through tangles
• A grooming rake often works well on this particular breed's coat
• Always follow the direction of the puppy or dog's hair growth
• Grooming will help to remove dead or loose hairs and will keep the coat healthy

Finnish Spitz 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. Finnish Spitz 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

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

Finnish Spitz Dog Grooming Instruction