Portuguese Water Dog Grooming Instruction

Portuguese Water Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Portuguese Water 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 Portuguese Water puppy or dog:

• Portuguese Water Dog Length of Coat: The length of coat on a Portuguese Water Dog is medium to long and will therefore require regular grooming and clipping
• Type of Coat: The type of coat for this breed is generally described as thick and strong
• Time: Grooming a Portuguese Water Dog will require around 20-30 minutes
• Frequency of Grooming: Once per week

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

• The Portuguese Water Dog has a thick, strong coat that is either curly or wavy. This breed doesn't shed any hair so the coat is basically hypoallergenic making it a good breed for allergy sufferers. Dogs and puppies should be groomed at least once per week, and bathed and clipped once every two months. There are two main clipping styles for this breed which are the lion clip and the retriever clip:
• Lion clip - coat on hindquarters and muzzle clipped to the skin
• Retriever clip - entire coat clipped to 1 inch & follows outline of dog
• Brush from the dog or puppy's head using a firm bristle brush with wide spaced bristles

Portuguese Water 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. Portuguese Water Dog 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

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

Portuguese Water Dog Dog Grooming Instruction