Great Pyrenees Dog Grooming Instruction

Great Pyrenees Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Great Pyrenees 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. These charts provides a brief overview of the grooming requirements of a Great Pyrenees puppy or dog:

• Great Pyrenees Length of Coat: The length of coat on a Great Pyrenees is long and will therefore require regular grooming
• Type of Coat: The type of coat for this breed is generally described as thick
• Time: Grooming a Great Pyrenees will require around 30 minutes
• Frequency of Grooming: Once per week and daily when shedding excessively

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

• The Great Pyrenees has a beautiful white, or white with markings, thick, long double coat which is weather resistant. The outer coat doesn't tend to tangle so other than when the dog or puppy is shedding excessively, the grooming requirements are moderate. Therefore, this breed's coat should be groomed weekly then daily when shedding heavily.

• Use a grooming rake and a slicker brush to thoroughly groom your dog or puppy's coat
• Always follow the direction of the hair growth and begin at the head of the puppy or dog
• Take your time carefully working through the hair as this will help to remove loose hairs
• Grooming regularly will help to keep the coat looking healthy and in good condition

Great Pyrenees 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. Great Pyrenees 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

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

Great Pyrenees Dog Grooming Instruction