Scottish Terrier Dog Grooming Instruction

Scottish Terrier Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terrier puppy or dog:

• Scottish Terrier Length of Coat: The length of coat on a Scottish Terrier is short to long and will therefore require regular grooming
• Type of Coat: The type of coat for this breed is generally described as harsh and wiry
• Time: Grooming a Scottish Terrier will require 20 minutes
• Frequency of Grooming: Once to twice per week

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

• The Scottish Terrier has a double-coat. The outer coat is harsh and wiry and varies in length often being shorter on the main body than other areas. This breed traditionally has a beard and eyebrows. The coat is very distinctive and will require regular clipping as well as grooming.

• Brush your dog or puppy with a firm bristle brush that has short closely spaced bristles
• Take care when brushing through the coat, be gentle and brush the coat slowly
• Groom through the hair whilst following the direction of the dog or puppy's hair growth

Scottish Terrier 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. Scottish Terrier 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

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

Scottish Terrier Dog Grooming Instruction