Old English Sheepdog Dog Grooming Instruction

Old English Sheepdog Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Old English Sheepdog 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 Old English Sheepdog puppy or dog:

• Old English Sheepdog Length of Coat: The length of coat on a Old English Sheepdog is long and will therefore require regular grooming
• Type of Coat: The type of coat for this breed is generally described as shaggy
• Time: Grooming a Old English Sheepdog will require approximately 30 minutes
• Frequency of Grooming: Several times per week

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

• The Old English Sheepdog has a beautiful shaggy, long coat that will require some grooming to maintain its health and appearance. This breed can also be professionally clipped every few months which will help to reduce the matting and tangling of the hair.

• Use a firm bristle brush on this coat for best results, buy a brush with long bristles that are widely spaced
• A slicker brush or a wire pin brush should help to carefully remove tangles
• The coat tangles easily so very stubborn tangles may have to be carefully trimmed

Old English Sheepdog 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. Old English Sheepdog 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

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

Old English Sheepdog Dog Grooming Instruction