Samoyed Dog Grooming Instruction

Samoyed Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Samoyed 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 Samoyed puppy or dog:

• Samoyed Length of Coat: The length of coat on a Samoyed ranges from short to long and will therefore require extensive grooming during shedding periods
• Type of Coat: The type of coat for this breed is generally described as soft and fluffy
• Time: Grooming a Samoyed will require 30-60 minutes
• Frequency of Grooming: Weekly on normal basis / Daily during shedding periods

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

• The Samoyed has a beautiful double coat which varies in length across the body. Males tend to have longer hair than females. The coat is thick and soft. Seasonally, the coat will  shed excessively and during these times, owners are advised to groom their dog daily. On a normal basis, when the animal is not shedding, once per week should be enough to maintain the health and appearance of this coat and to keep it tangle free.

• Use a firm bristle brush with long wide spaced bristles and gently work through the coat
• Go over the coat with a slicker brush as this will help to remove tangles and loose hairs
• Be very careful and gentle when removing tangles, do not pull on the hair

Samoyed 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. Samoyed 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

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

Samoyed Dog Grooming Instruction